The Breast Augmentation Guide

Introduction to Breast Augmentation

Finding a Surgeon

You wouldn’t want to hand over the fate of your breasts to just anyone, right?

That is why finding the right surgeon is the most important step in the whole breast augmentation process.

When selecting a surgeon, look for the following criteria:

• Verify that the surgeon has Board certification. For example, if a plastic surgeon has been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), then you can be sure that they have graduated from an accredited medical school, completed at least five years as a resident surgeon, and completed a minimum two-year residency in plastic surgery. To become certified, the doctor must successfully complete rigorous written and oral exams.

Visit Liposite to locate a certified plastic surgeon in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. You may also verify your surgeon’s certification with the American Board of Medical Specialties. If you live in Canada, your surgeon should be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

• Make sure that the surgeon is licensed to practice medicine in your particular state or province. You may verify that the physician is licensed to practice in your state by contacting the State’s Medical Licensing Board. This number is listed in the State Government section of your phone book.

• Verify surgeon’s participation in continuing education programs. All physicians are required to attend continuing education programs in order to maintain their license. You can ask the receptionist what Continuing Education courses the physician has attended or lectured at. You can also inquire about the surgeon’s memberships in different medical associations.

• Check your surgeon’s past disciplinary history. If you live in the States, you can verify this information with the Federation of State Medical Examiners.

Finally, after meeting your surgeon, you must evaluate the experience. Answer the following questions:

• Is the surgeon’s practice clean and orderly?
• Can you communicate well with your surgeon?
• Has your surgeon clearly explained the procedure, and answered all your questions?
• Has the surgeon made you aware of all your surgical options, and the risks involved?

It is extremely important that you feel able to communicate with your surgeon. It is also important that you feel comfortable with your surgeon.

Take the time to make all of these verifications – it is the only way to ensure that your breast augmentation surgery is both safe and successful.

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