Lip Augmentation Consultation: Prepare. Set. Go!?Preparing for your lip enhancement surgery consultation is very important. After researching your procedure, looking at hundreds of lip augmentation before-and-after photos, and collecting names of possible surgeons, you're ready to schedule a few (possibly several) consultations. This section is designed to help you do exactly that, step by step. You'll find lists of information that may be helpful in preparing to interview those plastic surgeons. We've even include links to printer-friendly versions of the lists for your convenience. What to Do Before Your ConsultFirst, you need to research several surgeons so you'll be able to check out all your options. And don't be afraid to travel (although having a surgeon who's close by is ideal.) If you have no really good lip augmentation surgeons in your area, please find one who is even if it means driving a few miles away. If you are not sure what you should be looking for in a surgeon, please see our How To Find A Good Surgeon section for more information. It is important to check credentials, verify state medical licensure, professional malpractice insurance information, and to speak to actual patients. Word of mouth is very powerful and should be heeded. Don't get discouraged if you don't find a surgeon you are comfortable with right away. If you look long enough you will find a surgeon (or even a few) who is worthy of operating on you. You're not getting a pair of eyeglasses or contacts fitted. This is surgery, so take your time.
What to Bring to Your Lip Augmentation Consultation
Questions to Ask a Plastic SurgeonI'll start by saying that I'm not suggesting that you ask your surgeon every single question on these lists. They are provided to give you a general idea of what you should ask and what your surgeon should tell you. Many of these questions will be answered without your prompting. These lists are more like cue cards, but conveniently all on one sheet. For ease of reference, use a highlighter to mark the number next to the questions you wish to address at your consultation. Good Luck! Questions for Your Plastic SurgeonGeneral Questions About Your Surgeon
Product Concerns and Questions
Surgical Techniques (Incisions, Placement, etc.)
Risks, Contraindications and Complications
Lip Augmentation Surgery Preparation
Surgical Procedure and Other Surgery Day Questions
Recovery Questions
Results
Request for Information
Financial Issues
Miscellaneous
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