The primary step prior to abdominoplasty or tummy tuck cosmetic surgery is to find a fully trained and experienced tummy tuck surgeon. It is critical to choose a surgeon with whom a comfortable personal rapport is established, and the patient feels free to ask questions and receives reassuring and relevant answers.
Patients should prepare a checklist of questions that they would like to ask during the pre-operative tummy tuck consultation. The plastic surgeon will address all the questions in detail and help the patient make an informed decision. Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing abdominoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.
Questions about the Surgeon
- Do you have the required qualifications, training and experience to perform tummy tuck cosmetic surgery?
- Are you board certified in plastic surgery?
- Have you performed tummy tuck procedures previously?
- What is your rate of success in this procedure?
- How many of your patients on average require a revision surgery after the primary abdominoplasty?
- Do you have hospital privileges at one or more local hospitals to perform tummy tuck?
- Will you be able to provide tummy tuck before and after photos?
- Can I review the testimonials of some of your previous patients?
- Can I talk to one of your medical team members to know more about your practice?
Questions about the Procedure
- Will you perform abdominoplasty using general or local anesthesia in my case?
- Will I be able to return home the same day after surgery?
- What surgical technique would be appropriate in my case?
- Will I require liposuction along with tummy tuck?
- Is it possible to achieve my aesthetic goals with partial abdominoplasty?
- Do you have a policy for revision procedures in case I do not like the results of the primary surgery?
- How conspicuous will be the scarring following tummy tuck, and how is it possible to minimize the visibility of scars?
- Can you provide me with a video of tummy tuck surgery procedure?
Questions about Risks and Complications
- What are the potential risks and complications that I should be aware of?
- Can I take any pre- and post-operative measures to minimize the risks?
- Is your practice equipped to deal with an emergency situation?
- Are there any lifestyle adjustments that are required to make my surgery safer and more effective?
Questions about the Cost
- Can you advise me about all the estimated costs associated with tummy tuck surgery, including pre- and post-op expenses?
- Are there any circumstances in which tummy tuck surgery costs can be covered by health insurance?
- Can I make the payment by check or credit card?
- Would your office be able to offer any guidance or assistance with regard to insurance and financing?
A dedicated plastic surgeon will answer all questions in proper details. Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas.
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