How To Determine If Your Plastic Surgeon is Right For YouWritten by Kelly Altodona
The best plastic surgeon for you is one that you can trust. Remember that you are paying this individual a lot of money to perform a service for you so there is no reason for you to put up with patronizing talk or unpleasant comments about your body. As in any situation, trust your gut instincts. If doctor does not seem to be listening to you or answering your questions then that may be a red flag that you are just another cash cow for him or her. Also if you feel at all humiliated in any way that is your cue to get out of situation and find another doctor.Apart from having innate sense that you can trust this individual plastic surgeon should also be able to thoroughly answer following questions in a clear, concise and thorough manner. §How much can I expect to pay for this procedure? §Do you offer financing or must it all be paid upfront? §Will my surgery be performed in your office or a hospital? §Does your facility have surgical accreditation and if so through what organization? §Do you have hospital admitting privileges? If so, with which hospitals? §How many times have you performed this procedure? §What complications can I expect from operation? §What percentage of your patients suffer from complications after surgery? §In your practice, what is most complication of this surgery? §Is this invasive or non-invasive plastic surgery? If it is invasive then can you please show me where incision sites will be? §Does procedure require an anesthesia? If so do you
| | How to Find a Good Cosmetic DentistWritten by Kelly Altodona
Finding a good cosmetic dentist can be as difficult as find a true artist among imitators. If there is one thing that distinguishes cosmetic dentistry from regular dentistry it is artistic aspect of applying veneers, bridges and crowns to improve a person's appearance. This requires an eye for symmetry, proportion as well as a talent for fulfilling individual requests. In addition, many cosmetic dentists also need to have some accreditation as anasethiologists as their higher prices often include sedating patients as well.Finding a cosmetic dentist can be daunting as there is no central database containing all of names of all cosmetic dentists in practice. Finding one that is true artisan in your area may take some homework on your part! Also be prepared for possibility that cosmetic surgeon that seems most appropriate to you may be located a few towns or cities away. When you do find a cosmetic dentist with credentials that satisfy you make sure to ask for opportunity to view his or her portfolio. Sometimes these portfolios are made widely available on Internet and sometimes they are in a brochure in an office. Do not make a judgment based on an Internet portfolio alone. Keep in mind that photos can be purchased by anyone to augment a practice. Most reputable cosmetic dentists provide potential clients with a glossy brochure that details exactly what procedures they do and how much it will cost. If dentist or dentist's assistant seems to be evasive about cost then move on to next likely prospect! This is because both plastic surgeons and cosmetic dentists are quite famous for slapping on additional fees to cover cost of "complications."
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