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Should a Patient Trust Breast Surgery Before and After Photos?

asked 3 years ago by uniquelynoone in Missouri
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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I am going to have a breast lift and breast augmentation combo. I am new to the area (Missouri) and do not know anyone, let alone anyone who has had this procedure.

Can you trust the photos alone that you see in the dr's office? Are they really a fair representation of a doctor's work with breast surgery?

3 answers to Should a Patient Trust Breast Surgery Before and After Photos?

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CAn you trust breast implant before and after breast implant photos

Breast photos displayed in a doctor's office are typically representative of the surgeon's best work.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Ask to speak to a patient

Photos are sometimes the easiest way to demonstrate the visual difference that you will see through surgery. When you see before and after photos you want to exam pictures of women who are similar age and build as you are. You can also ask the doctor to speak to a patient over the phone to discuss her experiences and outcomes. Be patient, take your time, when all of your questions are answered and you are comfortable you can then make your decision.
Robert Vitolo, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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You should be able to trust them

This is a good question. Plastic surgeons who post photos on their website will want to show you good results to give you an idea of what they have done. Try to look for a before photo that is similar to you and see what implant size they had, what type of a lift they had, etc. I show my patients an additional sheet of photos representing a spectrum of results because everyone can heal just a little differently. You might also ask to talk with one of the plastic surgeon's patients who gives... more
Michael C. Edwards, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

www.medwardsmd.com

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