Choosing a Doctor 2 Years Ahead of Time - Too Early?

asked 1 year ago by Lolita5855 in San antonio
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: age 18-24, breasts, female, consultation, plastic surgeon

i am 20 yrs old but won't be getting a breast augmentation until i am 22( i would like to get it for the month of my bday.) i have thought about this long and hard and this is definitly something that i want to do! how early should i get my consultation? and since there are so many doctors how will i know who to go to without wasting a lot of time or money?

6 answers to Choosing a Doctor 2 Years Ahead of Time - Too Early?

How to Choose your Plastic Surgeon for Breast Augmentation procedure

Hi Lolita; You probably do not need two years to research for your plastic surgeon. These are some of the most important factors for choosing Breast Augmentation surgeon, Skill, training, experience and communication skill Board certification by American Board of Plastic Surgeons Membership in American Society of Aesthetic Plastic surgeon, ASAPS Membership in American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Membership In American College of Surgeons... more

Ali Sajjadian, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon for Breast Augmentation

Some people are very organized and like to start planning their Cosmetic Surgery early. But I think 2 years is a bit early. Depending on how quickly you assimilate information and reach decisions, you may want to start no earlier than 1 year Start by checking out the website of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (plasticsurgery.org). Every member is certified by the American board of Plastic Surgery, the only ABMS authorized to certify plastic surgeons. Breast Augmentation... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Choosing plastic surgeon?

In general, the more "homework" you do the better. Anyone considering plastic or reconstructive surgery should consider consulting a board certified plastic surgeon to achieve the best and safest results possible. Physicians who are considered board certified hold a certification with the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). This certification proves that the surgeon has graduated from an accredited medical school, has completed a residency of at least five years, has... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Selecting a plastic surgeon for breast implant augentation surger

Many things can change in two years that may have an effect on your decision to chosse a specific plastic srugeon. I would out off this searchunitl aobut 6 monts prior to surgery.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast augmentation consult

I think going about 6 months prior to your surgery would be a good idea. At this point you will have time to go for a few consults and will ahve enough time to arrange for your surgery when you want to have it. Often patients come in a few weeks before their desired date and can not be booked for that time period.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Choosing a plastic surgeon for breast augmentation

Choosing a plastic surgeon for breast augmentation should be a well thought out and researched process, but it probably will not take 2 years to make a decision. There are a number of different factors that are important in making a wise decision, such as board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, membership in the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, training and experience, and patient recommendations.

Olivia Hutchinson, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

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