Why You Should Lose Weight Before Your Cosmetic Surgery

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That said, I recently saw a patient who is not close to their ideal weight, but had a significant extra abdominal skin and had problems with chafing and rashes. I suggested that we move forward with a tummy tuck (the muscles tighten and remove excess sagging skin) and then look to liposuction and additional restrictions on the road. In this case, this type of procedure permitted and justified the risks.

Regardless of the procedure that interests you, keep in mind a few things before going to the front. First make sure that you are ready physically and mentally for the surgery and recovery, and the fact that for good reason. Next, make sure the surgeon knows not only what they do, but if you prepare everything that is not exactly as planned decision.Since there are no guarantees in life, it is even more important, and be sure and the potential of your plastic surgeon's training, certification and experience. Ultimately, it makes all the difference in the world.