Going under the knife for a face lift? Great.
But before you rush to your plastic surgeon, we advise you to prepare for the processes involved in the surgery.
Preparations before the procedure Establish clear goals and expectations.
Not everyone is a good candidate for a face lift.
Surgeons often turn down applicants who have very high and unreasonable expectations regarding the results of the procedure.
They also reject those who casually opt for the procedure without proper preparations.
Before you decide on consulting a surgeon, you should first examine your own objectives.
Talk to your plastic surgeon.
Have a thorough talk with your surgeon.
Discuss your concerns openly with your doctor and let him talk about the risks, benefits, and side effects of the procedure.
If he shows hints of hesitation, pass and look for another surgeon.
Do some research.
Know your options.
Educate yourself with the pros and cons of the procedure, the desirable effects, and the not-so-desirable results of plastic surgery.
Research on the price for each type of treatment as well.
Each type of face lift is different, and while your doctor can lend you some information regarding the different types, it is still very necessary that you do your own homework.
Choose a qualified surgeon.
A good surgeon is someone who has been operating for many years, is board-certified, and has undergone various trainings and seminars that can significantly increase his knowledge and skills regarding the procedure.
Preparations for post-operation state Arrange how you will get home.
Unless you are staying in the clinic or the hospital, you should prepare beforehand how you will get home.
While you can drive yourself home after the operation, it is still best that you ask someone to do this for you.
It is safer that way.
Plan the recovery period.
Expect some bruising, swelling, and other post-operative effects of the procedure.
Also, expect to stay away from work for a few weeks, so be sure to arrange that with your boss.