Tips to Protect Yourself From Botched Cosmetic Surgery

Although soft cosmetic surgery is non-invasive and much less painful than plastic surgery, there are still dangers associated with improper use of the different treatments out there. In order to protect yourself from those dangers, follow Dr. Nikolis’ checklist:

Medical Supervision Make sure you are working with a licensed medical professional. And keep in mind that although general practitioners can provide Botox, plastic surgeons and esthetic dermatologists undergo specialized training for these procedures.

Wide Selection of Options If a clinic can only offer you one solution to a problem, seek a second opinion elsewhere before accepting any treatment. “If they have just one, the facility might be prejudiced to prescribe that treatment without offering a potentially more effective alternative,” says Dr. Nikolis.

Consultation Always seek a consultation prior to undergoing any sort of treatment and be wary of clinicians who tend to promise too much.

Questions to Ask According to Dr. Nikolis, these are the key questions anyone interested in cosmetic surgery should ask a physician before starting treatment:

- What are all the costs involved?
- Is there any downtime?
- Are there any contraindications for treatments?
- How much experience do you and this clinic have with the recommended treatment?
- How many options do I have for the treatment? 
- May I see before and after photos of previous work?

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