How Do I Find the Best Breast Augmentation Surgeon?

The first place to start is The American Board of Plastic Surgery. Are they certified by this board? Also, have they taken the time and interest to complete the Maintence of Certification and have they re-certified their boards(recommended after 10 years)? A referal from a friend or family member is helpful if there are many BC surgeons in your area. The next step is how experienced are they in breast augmentation? Ask them how many of these procedures do they do in a year. Ask to see results and also to speak to patients that have had augmentation. Finally you must feel comfortable and safe with your choice. Do you like your surgeon?

Make sure your sugeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Sugery.  That way, the surgeon has completed a formal plastic surgical residency and passed a detailed set of written and oral examinations.  Be sure to explicity ask that they are board certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 

Thank you for your question.  When seeking the best breast augmentation surgeon, patients can go to ratings sites such as this one or RateMDs to learn about past patient experiences with the prospective surgeon.  Learning about the surgeon's credentials are important, for example:  is he/she a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, are there any current complaints filed, years of experience and area of specialty.  It is also important to have an in-person consultation with the surgeon to determine a trust and good fit when meeting you goals.  These may be some of the criteria you can use when selecting the right surgeon for you.  @yorkplasticsurgery

Thank you for your question. First, I would suggest that you look for a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area. (You can check plasticsurgery.org to see if a physician you are considering is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon.) Second, if you can, find a plastic surgeon who is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) in your area. ASAPS (also known as The Aesthetic Society) is probably the most exclusive society for plastic surgeons. Only approximately 30% of Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons are able to join, and to be eligible for membership, a plastic surgeon must perform 75 cosmetic surgery cases within an 18-month period among other requirements.Then, research plastic surgeons whose before & after results you find aesthetically pleasing. There are many techniques to breast augmentation, and to some degree, the surgeon may influence your choice of implant size. Things to look for include: symmetric breasts post-op, attractive cleavage, and appropriate position of the implants (not too high, not too low), and well-hidden scars.When you have an in-office consultation with your surgeon, ask your board-certified plastic surgeon how many breast augmentations they perform per month. Ideally, the more commonly they do the operation, the better. I personally perform breast augmentation very frequently, and it's one of my favorite cosmetic surgery procedures to perform. Finally, after consultation, do some further research on breast augmentation to answer any remaining questions you may have. I have attached a link below to my Guide to Breast Augmentation on my website that details many of the possible choices you should consider before undergoing surgery and answers some common questions: saline vs silicone implants, round vs anatomical implants, textured vs smooth implants, implant profile selection, implant insertion location, implant placement in the breast, implant manufacturer, etc.Disclaimer: I am personally an active member of ASAPS.I hope this helps, and good luck with your surgery.

This is a very important question.  My biggest recommendation for patients who are looking to undergo any cosmetic surgical procedure is that they seek out a board certified plastic surgeon who is well-experienced in the procedure of specific interest.  What many patients are surprised to find out is that not every 'cosmetic surgeon' has had formal plastic surgery training and not every plastic surgeon is a board certified plastic surgeon.  After this, it is about finding a surgeon with whom you are comfortable with.  Look at their before and after galleries, ask to speak with past patients, and make sure that all of your questions have been answered and that you completely understand the answers and information you are provided with.  No question is not worth asking.I hope you find this helpful and best of luck!

Doing your homework is so important when trying to find a qualified plactic surgeon. Your first step should be to go to the website of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to find board certified plastic surgeons who are in your area. Once you have a few names of board certified surgeons, you might talk to your family doctor and see what they say about the list of surgeons you have found. It's ok to schedule consultations with several plastic surgeons. During your consultation ask lots of questions. You might ask how long have they been doing augmentation surgery, and how many of these surgeries do they do each year. You should also ask is they do their surgery in a safe certified surgical facility. Good luck!

I would recommend that you visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.  Make sure you feel they spend adequate time with you, and that you have your questions answered.  I would also see if you have friends and colleagues who can share their experience with you.

Hello! Thank you for your question.  Cost will vary among plastic surgeons as well as with geographic location and what procedures exactly they will be providing to you.  Certainly, researching a board certified plastic surgeon well-versed in the procedure(s) you desire is recommended - checking the American Board of Plastic Surgery is a great start. Consult with two or more surgeons who you are happy with their postoperative photographs and those who you, most importantly, feel comfortable and confident with. Use the opportunity to ask questions as well as visit with staff and investigate the accredited facilities they work out of.  I believe fellowship-training, beyond the core plastic surgery residency to be important, as that surgeon has gone above and beyond to seek additional training specific to that area of interest and chosen to gain additional expertise in that area.   Experience should not be measured solely by the age of the surgeon or how many years s/he has been in practice.  Checking the education and training is more valuable - a Board Certified MD plastic surgeon who was accepted to and completed an integrated plastic surgery residency, in today's day and age, are excellent choices. Those are the top students who have superior training at top institutes.  Plastic Surgery is NOT a fellowship...it is a residency. Those surgeons who have actually successfully completed additional fellowship training beyond the plastic surgery residency are also passionate about that area and will likely have the most recent, innovative, and up to date techniques. These are usually the younger surgeons, who are still readily willing and competent to continue to strive for the newest material and remain up to date on literature and conferences. You must decide for yourself who you are most comfortable with and confident with who will meet your goals and expectations. Cost may differ just on expertise and the aforementioned additional training ad what that additional expertise training has afforded to his/her patients.  Hope that this helps!  Best  wishes!

Look first for a board certified plastic surgeon.  Then look for someone that does primarily or only cosmetic surgery.  Then look for someone with years of experience, good reviews and good photographs.  Talk to your friends.  Finally, go to meet with the surgeon.  If you get a good feeling from the staff, the doctor, and the office, it usually means the fit is right. Simply finding someone nearby that can do surgery can often lead to disappointing results. It is your body, you need to make the best choice.

In
South Florida there are several surgeons that are very good at breast
augmentation surgeries. There are some
important questions to ask as you should not base your decision about where to
have surgery only on price. I would
advise you to see a couple different surgeons to get a couple different
opinions and see where you feel most comfortable.



It is important to
ask the right questions during your consultation:



1.Is
your surgeon a board certified plastic surgeon?a.Be
sure he or she is a plastic surgeon, there are a lot surgeons that are cosmetic
surgeons or board certified in other fields other than plastic surgery. They do not do the same training as a plastic
surgeon. b.You
can check the American Board of Plastic Surgery website for a list of plastic
surgeons in your area.





2.Does your surgeon commonly
perform this procedure?a.Ask to see before and after
pictures or look online for reviews on the procedure.



3.Where is the surgery performeda.Is the procedure performed in an
accredited surgery center or hospital?



4.Who performs the anesthesia for
the procedure?a.Is an anesthesiologist performing
the anesthesia?

I hope this helps. 

The first step is to find a highly qualified surgeon who is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.  Schedule a consultation and get to know the surgeon.  He should be experienced and capable of showing you hundreds of before and after photos of other breast augmentation patients. Establish a rapport with your surgeon and make sure you feel comfortable asking questions.  Evaluate his work based on patient photos and patient satisfaction.  Take your time and make an informed decision.Best of luck,