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Bad Cosmetic Surgery
Bad cosmetic surgery can happen as a result of surgical mistakes or negligence on behalf of the doctor. Under trained or poorly trained surgeons can botch up surgical procedures by using outdated techniques or by using poor judgment during the surgery. Asking pertinent questions about the procedure before it takes place can reduce your risks of bad cosmetic surgery. Inquiring about the surgeon's specialization, where the surgery will take place, the number of similar surgeries s/he has performed, and asking to view before and after photos of previous patients will help you get a good idea of what to expect and will act as a good indicator of the surgeon's competence. You can also research your surgeon's track record through the state medical board.
Statistical evidence on bad cosmetic surgery is difficult to come by. Some doctors who specialize in fixing bad cosmetic surgery, however, estimate that approximately 25 percent of their practice involves fixing the mistakes and errors of other surgeons. Rhinoplasties (nose jobs) are the most common type of bad cosmetic surgery. Research shows that 21 percent of all rhinoplasties are corrective procedures.
Bad cosmetic surgery involving the face can often be the most traumatic and most difficult to correct. In order to repair any type of bad cosmetic surgery there must be enough tissue left to fix the job. Bad cosmetic surgery on the face is most difficult to disguise. In more extreme cases bad facial procedures can leave patients with a loss of facial sensation or asymmetrical or very tight facial features.
Poor aesthetic choices made by the doctor or the patient prior to a surgical procedure can also result in a bad cosmetic surgery outcome. Therefore it is important to fully discuss and understand the specific surgical plan devised by you and your surgeon. Realistic expectations about the outcome of your surgery can help minimize the risk of bad cosmetic surgery.
Your personal health is an important factor in success during and after surgery. How a patient heals is often a major contributor to bad cosmetic surgery outcomes. Excess scar tissue can cause the surgical area to become malformed or malfunctioned. By eating right, exercising, and quitting smoking before surgery you can reduce your risk of complications. Carefully following all before and after surgical care procedures is a vital step you can take to reduce your risk of bad cosmetic surgery.
When realistic expectations and goals are set and an accredited surgeon performs the surgery, less than one half of one percent of cosmetic surgeries involves serious complications. New techniques and technologies are ever improving the safety and effectiveness of cosmetic surgical procedures. Bad cosmetic surgery can be avoided when sufficient precautions have been taken. If you have had a bad cosmetic surgery, there are doctors who specialize in corrective procedures.
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