Cheek Augmentation: Q&A
Ask a QuestionIf a Surgeon Suggests What He Wants to Do, Can You Say "No I Want to Do This"?
I recently spoke to a wonderful plastic surgeon. I showed him my concerns, and then he suggested I would benefit from a "cheek lift and fat injections". I totally agree with the "cheek lift" part, but do not want fat injections. I am interested in cheek implants and a cheek lift. Do you think that most plastic surgeons can work with what YOU prefer and have more than one option in their mind?, and are ok with that?
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DeniJ
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You have the right to say NO
You’re absolutely right, you should be able to say “no I don’t want to do this” with your surgeon.
Your surgeon should really listen to your concerns and understand on the appearance you are trying to achieve.
If its maybe sensible to do a consultation with another surgeon to discuss the best way forward for you.
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Following the doctor's advice
The discussion between a patient and a doctor is a very important one.
The doctor's recommendations are based on many years of experience.
Patients' desires may be based on a single article or anecdote.
So discuss carefully with your surgeon beforehand, try to see their rationale without being bound by preconceived opinions before proceeding. It also doesn't hurt to talk to several top surgeons. If you hear a similar plan over and over again, this also is...
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Is Your Choice a Viable Alternative?
Yes, as long as what you want to have done is also a viable alternative. In your case, I happen to agree with your decision to go with cheek implants over fat injections as the implants are more reliable and give permanent results.
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Cheek Implants
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Communicating with your surgeon
It is important to have a good dialogue and to trust your surgeon. It is important to tell the surgeon what is bothering you and your surgeon will give you a list of suggestions to accomplish that goal.
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Can you say "no" to your surgeon
The purpose of the consultation is to find out what concerns the patient has and to get to know each other. Are the concerns realistic, can they be corrected with acceptabel risks. The surgeon will never want to do something that the patient has no concerns about. Conversely the surgeon should not do anyhting that the patient wants if those requests are unrealistic or unachievable. In the great majority of the cases patient and doctor come to a mutually satisfactory agreement what the...
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Suggestions From Your Plastic Surgeon
Hello,
A great plastic surgeon will have excellent communication with you, and be able to tailor the procedure to best suit your needs while obtaining the best results possible. Your surgeon may suggest things that he/she feels may benefit you, and allow you to achieve optimal results. But ultimately, the final decision is up to you, and it is essential you discuss all of your needs and concerns with your surgeon prior to having any work performed. Thank you, and I hope this helps....
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Different Patient Expectations & Surgeons Recommendations - WHAT TO DO ?
All surgery and in particular Cosmetic surgery, is a doctor patient interaction & collaboration.
You need to explain what you want to achieve. Your plastic surgeon will then explain your options and recommend what they feel would be best for you.
Your request may be well founded or simply not feasible. Just because you request a procedure, this does not imply that your surgeon will abide by it.
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the wrong procedure for you...
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Patient-doctor difference of opinion--get explanation or second opinion!
Plastic surgery is a patient-doctor collaboration from start to finish. You need to express your concerns and wishes, and your doctor will explain your options and recommendations. Some will explain more than others; some may "cut to the chase" and just give you their "best recommendation." These days, patients are doing research, talking to friends, and reading about plastic surgery options virtually everywhere. Rare is the patient that does not come with...
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Plastic surgeons doing what you want
You should never have anything done on you that you do not want. That said, what you may want to have done should only be done if it can be done safely and effectively. If a plastic surgeon will not do a procedure that you want, you should fully understand the reasons why. You should seek multiple opinions. Just be sure that the plastic surgeon you see is board-certified in plastic surgery, as you do not have to be a plastic surgeon to do plastic surgery, and there are physicians who will...
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These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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