What to Expect from a Breast Surgery Consultation

    HOUSTON, TX, November 20, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- If you are considering breast implant surgery, you have probably already done a lot of your homework online. Looking at photo galleries, what the terms mean, what a basic breast implant procedure is like, and more are useful. Knowledge and education about the breast surgery procedure is an extremely important part of your breast augmentation procedure. In fact, all of the things you learn about breast surgery before you meet with potential plastic surgeons will help you during your initial consultation.

Consultation Expectations

The consultation is where you get to ask all the questions you have about breast surgery. No question is too basic or "stupid." The doctor and his or her staff expect you to have questions, even if they anticipate many of them already. They understand this is new for you. The consultation is also where you will learn more about the plastic surgeon and the practice. You will also discuss their approach toward plastic surgery and breast augmentation.

While the consultation is a place for you to pepper the plastic surgeon with questions, they will also be interested in finding out about what you want. What are your likes and desires? Why do you want breast surgery? What sizes and shapes do you like and dislike? Knowing the answers to these types of questions will help your plastic surgeon tailor a breast surgery plan to your unique physique.

If you don't have a clear idea in your head of what you are looking for with breast surgery, the doctor will help to guide you. He or she will show you what they've done, may have a 3-D breast imaging program, and will point you toward further resources. You will find out what the difference is between saline and silicone breast implants, and what placement options are for each. The plastic surgeon may have a unique technique they employ that is completely different from any other breast surgeon. They will discuss the surgery, what you should do before and after surgery, and expected healing time. They may even discuss costs and finances at this point.

At the end of your consultation, which should be about an hour, you will have a much better picture of what your breast surgery will be like. You will also leave with a surgical plan, as well as feeling comfortable in your choice to undergo breast surgery.

If you would like to schedule a breast surgery consultation in the Houston, Texas area, please visit the website of Dr. Michael Ciaravino today at www.thebodydoc.com.

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