24 Feb
2011
When British student Claudia Aderotimi died from a cheap, overseas ‘butt boost’ jab, the tragedy highlighted the dangers of seeking out discounted cosmetic surgery.
It’s important to remember that operations such as a boob jobs, liposuction and facelifts can involve a major operation and lengthy recovery time. In a recent survey, it was estimated, Brits spent over £2 billion on cosmetic surgery in 2010 and there’s no reason why you shouldn't consider being one of these, just make sure you follow these guidelines:
1. Ask yourself why you want cosmetic surgery. Are you are doing it for the right reasons?
2. Choose a reputable and experienced cosmetic surgeon who you feel comfortable with.
3. Find a surgeon who you feel you can trust. It is important that you feel at ease with the surgeon as they will be with you every step of the procedure, so you need to feel supported before, during and after.
4. When you meet your surgeon make sure you are prepared. Take a list of questions and ask everything you can think of, including risks, complications, recovery and aftercare. Don’t be afraid to take notes , it’s an important decision that you need to be sure of.
5. If your surgeon refuses to do something, it is for a good reason. Respect and listen to your surgeon, he is thinking what is in your best interest.
6. Make sure you’ve done your homework – read all about the procedure in order to be fully informed.
7. Make sure the timing is right. If you have recently experienced stressful, emotional or life-changing events, you may want to avoid surgery until you have recovered emotionally.
8. Be realistic about your expectations. Cosmetic surgery can have an amazing affect on a person’s life, but it may not change other deep rooted body issues.
9. Talk about your surgery with someone.
10. Schedule yourself plenty of recovery time. Your body needs time to heal after any surgery, so book some time off and allow yourself to relax.
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