Questions to Ask Before Breast Implant Surgery

As a candidate for breast implant surgery, you should know about the potential benefits and limitations of the procedure and have sufficient familiarity with the surgeon’s background and their practice. Backed by clear and authentic information, you will be in a position to make better choices about your cosmetic surgery.  

A committed surgeon will encourage you to ask questions and clarify all your doubts and concerns during the initial consultation. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon provides breast augmentation surgery to patients in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and surrounding locations.  

Questions about the Surgeon 

• Are you board certified in plastic surgery, and if yes, from which board? 
• How many years of surgical training and experience do you have in this field? 
• Have you previous performed breast procedures, and what is your success rate in this area?  
• Would you perform my breast implant plastic surgery at a hospital, ambulatory surgical center or a private surgical suite?  
• Do you have staff privileges in one of the local hospitals or accredited surgery centers?  

• If any emergency occurs during or after my surgery, is your practice equipped to deal with it?  
• If I experienced an implant failure quickly after my surgery, would you perform a revision procedure, and do you have a policy for revisions surgeries?  

Questions about Breast Augmentation 

• Am I a candidate for breast augmentation cosmetic surgery? 
• What type and size of breast implants would you recommend for me? 
• What incision technique and implant position will you use in my case? 
• Do you suggest breast implants with breast lift surgery for me?  
• Will I be required to make any lifestyle or dietary adjustments or changes to my current medications in preparation for my surgery?  

• Will I have to undergo general anesthesia for breast implant surgery?  
• Do you work with qualified anesthesiologists?  
• Will I be able to go back home the same day after my surgery?  
• Are there any potential risks and complications in breast augmentation that I should know of?  
• How many days of leave should I apply for at my workplace?  

• Can you share with me breast augmentation before and after photos of previous patients? 

Questions about the Cost 

• How much will my breast augmentation cosmetic surgery cost?  
• Does your cost estimate include the anesthesiologist’s fee and surgical room charges?  
• How much do I have to pay for post-operative appointments, surgical garments, medical tests, and prescription drugs?  
• If I combine breast implants surgery with breast lift, will the procedure become more cost-effective in comparison to two separate surgeries? 
• When do the breast augmentation costs get covered by health insurance?  
• Will your staff guide me about my financing options? 

Breast implant plastic surgery is a major procedure. You should assess how comfortable you feel with the surgeon and how accurately and clearly have they tried to answer your questions and concerns.  

You may consider putting down all the questions you want to ask on a piece of paper (or in your cell phone) and carry it with you to the surgeon’s office for your consultation. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon receives patients from Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and nearby areas for breast augmentation surgery. 

Schedule a Consultation with Texas Plastic Surgeon Dr.  Solomon

For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in Offices in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon by clicking here or calling 214-983-0213.

Serving patients in Highland park, University Park, Preston Hollow, McKinney, Prosper, Allen, Southlake, Denton, Irving, Flower mound, Little Elm, Fort Worth, Texas and surrounding areas.

Breast augmentation cosmetic surgery is a life-altering decision in many ways. You should make this decision only after careful consideration and choose the most suitable surgeon for your needs. More than any surgical technique, technology or breast implant quality, it is the skill and experience of your surgeon that will make a difference to your final results. 

With a successful breast augmentation surgery, you can expect to have improved self-confidence for years to come. But in the hands of a less trained or less experienced surgeon, you could face a poor outcome. You will either have to live with less than perfect results in this case, or consider a revision surgery, which will only add to your surgical trauma and costs. 

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon provides breast implant surgery to patients in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and surrounding communities. 

 

Choose an ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Make sure that the breast surgeon you work with has been board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). Patients often mistakenly believe that state medical board certifications are good enough, or a certification from a cosmetic surgery board is equivalent to that of an ABPS certification. 

However, the reality is that ABPS is the only board that is recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. 

To attain an ABPS board certification, doctors must receive at least six years of surgical training after med school, with at least three years of exclusive plastic surgery residency training. Additionally, the surgeon must pass written and oral exams after this grueling training phase.

In addition, the surgeon must submit documentation on the cases they undertake after their training is complete. Doctors must also clear a renewal exam every ten years to remain board certified. 

While a doctor who is qualified only in general surgery or other medical disciplines could also perform cosmetic surgery procedures, their safety and success rates may be less than ideal. For this reason, it is vital for you to work with an ABPS board certified plastic surgeon for your breast augmentation. 

 

Personal Rapport and Comfort Level

You should pay attention to how comfortable the surgeon and their staff make you feel. Breast augmentation surgery is a personal journey for a patient, and she will need support and guidance at every step of the procedure. 

You should preferably choose a surgeon with whom you feel completely at ease, and believe that you can develop a good rapport and a relationship of trust. You should ask these questions to yourself while considering a surgeon for your breast implant procedure: 

• Am I comfortable spending time with this surgeon?
• Do I trust that the recommendations that the surgeon is making are appropriate for me?
• Is the surgeon approachable enough for me to be able to express any concerns that I may have during the surgical process?
• Do I feel at ease revealing my complete health history and lifestyle habits to this surgeon?

Addressing these concerns will give you more confidence about making your final decision about choosing a breast implant surgeon. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon receives patients from Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and nearby areas for breast implant surgery. 

Schedule a Consultation with Board Certified Texas Plastic Surgeon Dr.  Solomon

For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in Offices in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon by clicking here or calling 214-983-0213.

Serving patients in Highland park, University Park, Preston Hollow, McKinney, Prosper, Allen, Southlake, Denton, Irving, Flower mound, Little Elm, Fort Worth, Texas and surrounding areas.

Over the decades, breast augmentation plastic surgery procedure has become relatively less invasive and less painful because of enhanced surgical techniques. However, recovery continues to be a significant component of the overall surgical process. Your surgeon will give you post-operative care instructions for a safe and rapid recovery.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon provides breast implant surgery to patients in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and surrounding locations.

 

Estimated Downtime

Following breast augmentation cosmetic surgery, you will have to stay home for at least one week to allow for safer healing. During this period, you should take plenty of rest, but you should also perform short walks at home. You may also perform light household activities, which do not strain the incision areas. 

The precise downtime and overall recovery experience will vary from one patient to another, depending on implant size, placement, or position of implants above or below the chest muscle, the skill and technique used by your surgeon, and your natural ability to heal. 

In general, you can expect to resume your normal routine or go to work in about 10 to 14 days. However, you should continue to avoid strenuous exercises and heavy lifting of weights for a month. 

 

Post-Surgical Garments

Your surgeon will provide you with a surgical bra, which is more important if you have had a submuscular implant placement. This bra must be worn at all times for a few weeks, except when showering. In case of subglandular implant placement, you may only need a regular bra without underwire. But this will be a decision that you should leave to your surgeon.  

A surgical bra or a wrap-style bandage is designed to harmonize the implant with the breast tissue and muscle, and provide extra support to your breasts. Until the healing is complete, you should wear this bra as directed in order to allow your breasts to acquire their full natural shape. 

 

No Smoking during Recovery

Post-surgical healing and smoking do not go together. Nicotine can cause your blood vessels to shrink, leading to restriction of oxygen flow in your blood. This will hamper the function of red blood cells, slowing down your recovery and increasing your risk of complications during as well as after the plastic surgery. 

 

Prescription Pain Medications

Your surgeon will likely prescribe mild oral pain medications in the first week after your breast implant surgery to help you manage post-operative pain, soreness, and discomfort. Driving and other activities requiring alertness should be strictly avoided while you are on pain medications. 

 

Follow-up Appointments

Your surgeon may call you a day or two after the surgery to take out the bandages and replace them with a surgical bra. In some cases, the surgeon may only call you for the first post-surgical appointment at the end of the first week. 

The sutures and temporary drains could be removed at this time. Your surgeon may also advise a breast massage therapy at this point to improve your surgical outcome and recovery. 

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon receives patients from Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and nearby areas for plastic and reconstructive surgery procedures.  

For More Information Contact Us

For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in Offices in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon by clicking here or calling 214-983-0213.

Serving patients in Highland park, University Park, Preston Hollow, McKinney, Prosper, Allen, Southlake, Denton, Irving, Flower mound, Little Elm, Fort Worth, Texas and surrounding areas.

One of the most important factors that will impact the final results of your cosmetic surgery procedure is the skill and experience of your operating surgeon. Your first consideration should be to select the best possible surgeon for your needs so that your safety and desirability of results is ensured. 

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon provides cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery to patients in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and surrounding communities. 

 

Certifications of Dr. Matthias Solomon

Dr. Solomon is a triple board certified plastic surgeon with proven expertise in a wide range of plastic surgery procedures for the breast, body and face. Dr. Solomon has been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), which is the most prestigious board and the only one recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. 

Dr. Solomon also specializes in facial plastic surgery, and has been certified by the premier board in this area, the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS). He has also been certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery (ABS). 

 

Surgical and Non-Surgical Expertise 

Dr. Solomon is a highly skilled surgeon performing advanced cosmetic and reconstructive surgery procedures, such as face lift, breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, eyelid lift, and mommy makeover. He is known for his skills in techniques such as deep plane facelift, which is a more effective way to perform facelift compared to a traditional technique.

For procedures such as tummy tuck, Dr. Solomon has pioneered a cutting-edge surgical technique called the 3-D abdominoplasty. This technique will contour your abdominal area in a more comprehensive way to create natural looking results that are three dimensional. 

In addition, Dr. Solomon performs a wide range of non-surgical cosmetic procedures such as Botox, dermal filler injections, PRP therapy, fat transfer injections, and skin rejuvenation procedures.

 

Choosing the Right Surgeon: Questions to Ask  

 

• What are your qualifications, experience, and professional certifications in the field of cosmetic surgery?

• How many years of experience do you have in the field of plastic surgery?

• Can I look at any images or videos related to your previous work?

• What procedure would you recommend to accomplish my cosmetic goals?

• Is a particular surgery appropriate for me? If not, what options do you recommend for me?

• If I am not happy with the final results of my procedure, what recourse do I have?

 

 

Do Your Own Research

Before you decide to go ahead with your plastic surgery with a particular surgeon, you should spend some time in researching about your procedure as well as learning about the surgeon’s professional credentials. You can talk to past patients, visit credible plastic surgery discussion forums such as RealSelf, and review your surgeon’s practice website to improve your understanding about your procedure. 

The more information you have gathered prior to your initial consultation, the more productive can be your consultation process. Be proactive during your meeting with the surgeon, and ask pertinent questions that will help you make your final choice of the surgeon.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon receives patients from Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas, and nearby areas for plastic and reconstructive surgery procedures.

For More Information Contact Us

For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in Offices in Dallas, Frisco, Sherman, Texas and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Matthias Solomon by clicking here or calling 214-983-0213.