A session with a cosmetic surgeon is a crucial meeting for many factors. It is a chance for you to talk to the doctor, to discuss your health and the plastic surgery procedure you are looking at, and to ask questions. You should think of the session as an information-gathering mission.

Below are several questions you could ask to a potential plastic surgeon and accomplish the cosmetic surgery Cardiff you want.

You may not notice how important it is to ask where your surgery will be performed.

What made you decide to be a cosmetic plastic surgeon?

How long have you been practicing as a cosmetic plastic surgeon?

Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery? If so, How long?

If not certified by the ABPS, are you a board certified Otolaryngologist trained in facial plastic & reconstructive surgery (if consulting for facial work)?

How many are these of your own work?

Have you or would you be willing to perform this procedure on a loved one or family member?

Would there be any reason that I would not be a good candidate for this surgery?

What are the risks, complications and contraindications for this particular procedure?

What side effects are possible with this particular surgery?

Are there other techniques, newer ones perhaps, that I am not aware of?

Do you have a video tape available of (surgery interested in) that I may check out?

Will there be much pain?

Will there be much bruising or swelling?

What tips do you have for me to ease some discomfort and pain?


Can I view your Before & After photos; do you have any pictures of successive cases -- or follow ups many years post-operatively?

May I speak with any of your patients who may have had this specific procedure?

When must I expect to look normal again?

How long do you advise I take off from work, school, etc. to heal properly?

I have heard Arnica montana aids in the swelling and bruising if taken pre and post my surgery. Is this true? Do you suggest it? What about the topical gel?

What would you do if I were to choose to undergo the surgery and I had a complication?

Do you believe my expectations can be met?

If I have an emergency the night after surgery, what should I do?

If such an emergency arises, will you be the attending physician?

If I will need sutures (stitches), when will they be taken out?


The consultation is your time to ask questions of the surgeon. If after the consultation you are excited and believe that you undoubtedly need the surgery, try not to schedule on that day. You need to return home and think it over. No question like the above is inappropriate. Ask anything. Don't be shy. The only stupid question is the one you don't ask. If the doctor gives you difficulty over any queries you ask or seems incredibly elusive, pay attention to it.