Unfortunately, there are no guarantees that your surgery will be without complications, as no surgeon or procedure is perfect in every way. You can, however, improve your odds of success by choosing an excellent Plastic Surgeon.

First of all, your odds are increased by choosing a Plastic Surgeon Board Certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). There are many other makeshift "boards" who do not meet the ABMS standards. You can find the occasional surgeon who is competent without these qualifications but, again, you are playing the odds in your choice.

In addition to qualifications, you should obviously meet both the doctor and his staff for a consultation and make sure you feel comfortable with both. You should choose a physician whose first concern is your health and well being and gives you advice that is reasonable, understandable, and realistic. Your doctor should inform you of any complications or limitations to any procedure you are considering in an honest and open fashion. Viewing before and after photographs is very helpful. Even talking to patients who have had the procedure can be easily arranged in our office. Also, pay careful attention to the administrative and nursing staff. They will play a key role in your care. Look for stability (how long have they been working at the office), compassion, and communication.

You should also look into the quality of the surgical facility used and the qualifications of its staff. We use the Dallas Day Surgery Center and are proud to be associated with this unique and caring facility. We choose to perform our procedures here because of the quality staff and the care provided to our patients.

After you have looked at all of this, you should choose the physician that makes you most comfortable and in whom you have the most confidence.

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