Once you have done your research and decided cosmetic surgery is right for you, the next step is to schedule a consultation and meet with a doctor. The purpose of this consultation is to address your questions and concerns. It is here that you will discuss your hopes and dreams for your new body. You will be examined by the doctor in order to receive specific recommendations for your specific situation which are designed to help you get from where you are at now to where you’d like to be. This is a very important part of the process because everyone’s situation is different.
One of the most important things for you to do is be completely honest with your doctor. Please be sure to inform your doctor of any medications that you’re taking, as well as any vitamins, herbs, and/or supplements that may be included in your diet. There are certain medications that can cause delayed healing after surgery. These medications should be avoided for at least one week before and one week after surgery.
Some patients believe that all their problems will be corrected with surgery and they will have a “perfect” body after they heal. The truth is cosmetic surgery may make positive improvements which significantly impact your life, but you must talk to you doctor about realistic expectations.
It is important to realize that everyone recovers differently from surgery. Each individual will have his/her own pain tolerance level and individual healing pattern, which makes it impractical to compare one patient’s recovery to another’s. Although everyone heals at a different rate, your recovery will generally follow a similar time line. Most of the discomfort you may feel will be controlled with medication prescribed by your doctor. Do keep in mind that you will need to take time off work, the length to be determined by your doctor and your individual situation.
The Avalon Clinic for Cosmetic Surgery is located in Lakewood and Olympia, Washington. Each of our surgeons is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has over 20 years of experience. Patient safety and satisfaction is our #1 goal. Our art is to help patients’ look and feel their best.
The Avalon Clinic wants you to know that It Is Possible!
Contact us at http://www.avalonclinic.com/ or call 1-800-408-4444.
One of the most important things for you to do is be completely honest with your doctor. Please be sure to inform your doctor of any medications that you’re taking, as well as any vitamins, herbs, and/or supplements that may be included in your diet. There are certain medications that can cause delayed healing after surgery. These medications should be avoided for at least one week before and one week after surgery.
Some patients believe that all their problems will be corrected with surgery and they will have a “perfect” body after they heal. The truth is cosmetic surgery may make positive improvements which significantly impact your life, but you must talk to you doctor about realistic expectations.
It is important to realize that everyone recovers differently from surgery. Each individual will have his/her own pain tolerance level and individual healing pattern, which makes it impractical to compare one patient’s recovery to another’s. Although everyone heals at a different rate, your recovery will generally follow a similar time line. Most of the discomfort you may feel will be controlled with medication prescribed by your doctor. Do keep in mind that you will need to take time off work, the length to be determined by your doctor and your individual situation.
The Avalon Clinic for Cosmetic Surgery is located in Lakewood and Olympia, Washington. Each of our surgeons is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has over 20 years of experience. Patient safety and satisfaction is our #1 goal. Our art is to help patients’ look and feel their best.
The Avalon Clinic wants you to know that It Is Possible!
Contact us at http://www.avalonclinic.com/ or call 1-800-408-4444.
