Safety Guide in Plastic Surgery

We have compiled some of the points that we consider most important to start planning a plastic surgery, with the aim of providing guidance to patients so that they have at their disposal the appropriate knowledge to make a good choice about the desired procedure, the plastic surgeon and the facilities where to perform plastic surgery.

Although plastic surgery is elective it involves risks, that is why we insist on thoroughly knowing the procedure and the prior considerations that you must take into account.

In this article we will focus on 4 points or requirements that we consider basic when planning a plastic surgery.

Procedure: It must be appropriate for the patient

Considering that it is an elective surgery because it is not considered a medical or emergency necessity, it is important that you make sure that the procedure you choose covers everything. Both the risks and complications that may arise, as well as the preparation for the post-surgery. The time you will need for recovery is essential.

Be sure to ask your plastic surgeon as many questions as necessary about the procedure. It is normal to feel anxiety, either due to the excitement of the new experience or a little post-operative stress due to the expectation of the result.

Patient: Be a good candidate for the procedure

In plastic surgery, a good candidate must be a healthy person, with a stable ideal weight. We recommend that the body mass index be 28.

Here you can find more information about the Body Mass Index

Apart from analyzing and discussing the medical history of the patient, the surgeon must be honest about the state of health in general.

Some important points that you should mention to your plastic surgeon:

• Previous illnesses that have required hospitalization, consumption of medications, previous surgery of any kind and if there were any complications during or after it.
• All types of allergies and any reaction to prior anesthesia.
• The use of current medications, such as vitamins, supplements such as herbal teas, alcohol, tobacco, drugs of any kind.
• Contraceptives

It is very important that before and after surgery you stop smoking, at least 30 days before and after.

There are certain medications that, due to their components, the surgeon may ask you to stop taking them.

Here you can read more about Care after plastic surgery

Plastic surgeon: Qualified and have the experience for the selected surgery

Selecting a certified plastic surgeon who gives you confidence is a very important step.

Some details that you can take into account:

• Must have completed at least 5 years of surgical training with a minimum of 2 years in plastic surgery.
• Have demonstrable experience in all plastic surgery procedures.
• It operates only in facilities accredited and certified by the relevant health authorities.
• He complies with a strict code of ethics and is an active member of the medical and surgical societies of his country.

You can verify the affiliation of your plastic surgeon in SODOCIPRE

Certified facilities: the medical center must have the appropriate permits according to each country, and have the professional medical staff and necessary equipment

The rules on suitable establishments for plastic surgery may vary by country. In any case, it must be certified or accredited for such purposes, you can find out this by contacting the competent authorities according to your country. In the case of the Dominican Republic, it has the Authorization and Accreditation Directorate of the Ministry of Public Health.

Have a professional medical staff and the necessary equipment that can respond in the event of an emergency.

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