World Plastic Surgery Day 2026: Do you want to get cosmetic surgery done? So definitely ask these 10 questions to the doctor; Negligence can prove costly!
World Plastic Surgery Day 2026:Looking beautiful, increasing self-confidence and reducing the effects of aging have become very common in today’s era. This is the reason why cosmetic and plastic surgery is no longer limited to just film stars or celebrities, but common people are also taking help of these procedures indiscriminately.
However, medical experts believe that taking the decision of any surgery due to the lure of flashy advertisements on social media, celebrity trends or just low price can be extremely risky for health. World Plastic Surgery Day is celebrated every year on 15 July, the main objective of which is to make people aware of the correct information related to these surgeries.
According to Dr. Tanmay Roy, Senior Consultant, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Shardacare Healthcity, cosmetic surgery is a serious medical procedure, do not mistake it for an easy beauty treatment. To get safe and best results, you should ask your surgeon these 10 important questions before lying on the surgery table:
Are you a trained and board-certified plastic surgeon for this specific procedure?
First of all, confirm the doctor’s medical degree, his experience and his specialization in that particular surgery.
Why is this procedure suitable for my body type and skin type?
Based on your skin texture, age, and current health condition, understand whether you really need this surgery or whether there are other non-surgical options available.
What are the risks and possible side-effects associated with this surgery?
Every surgical procedure has its own risks or complications. It is very important to be mentally prepared about these in advance.
How long will it take for recovery?
Make it clear when after surgery you can return to work, start working out and get back to your normal routine life.
Will the results of this surgery be permanent?
Some cosmetic procedures are effective only for a limited period of time (e.g. a few years), after which touch-ups are required. Get this information in advance.
Can I see ‘before and after’ photos of your previous patients?
This will give you a realistic idea of the quality of the surgeon’s work, their artistry, and the potential results.
If the outcome of the surgery is not what I expected, what are my options?
Discuss in advance the possibility and costs of revision surgery or any other corrective treatment in the future.
In which hospital or surgical center will this surgery be performed?
Make sure that the place where you are getting your surgery done is an accredited hospital which has facilities like ICU and advanced life support to deal with emergency situations.
What will be the total cost of this entire process?
Get written information about all the hidden expenses, not just the operation fees, but also medicines, pre-surgery tests, anesthesia, hospital room rent and follow-up visits.
What precautions do I need to follow before and after surgery?
Understand the doctor’s instructions in detail regarding your diet, lifestyle, smoking, alcohol consumption and current medications.
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