I would ask how many patients have been injected and over how many years, and what if any side effects the doctor has had with perlane. Also, you are generally safer if a dermatologist or plastic surgeon is injecting you as they have extensive training and appreciation for maximizing beauty. Word of mouth can... more
How much is appropriate experience for Perlane?
In terms of experience, how many times/injections would make a doc "experienced"? They all claim "experience" but I'm sure it varies from doc to doc. Thanks!
2 answers to “How much is appropriate experience...”
A: Plastic surgery experience
To feel comfortable with your plastic surgeon, look at his/her before and after pictures and ask how many injections he/she has done. Be careful, though because if a surgeon tells you that he/she has injected 500 people this doesn't mean that all the results are great. Get a feel for what results you're... more
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