What questions should I ask my plastic surgeon about laser skin resurfacing?
Use this checklist as a guide during your laser skin resurfacing consultation:
Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?
Were you specifically trained in the field of plastic surgery?
Is the office-based surgical facility accredited by a nationally- or state-recognized accrediting agency, or is it state-licensed or Medicare-certified?
Am I a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing?
What will be expected of me to get the best results?
Who will perform the laser skin resurfacing procedure?
Have they been specifically trained in this procedure?
Where and how will you perform my procedure or treatment?
How long of a recovery period can I expect?
What are the risks and possible complications associated with my procedure?
How can I expect to look over time?
Do you have before-and-after photos I can look at for this procedure?
Is "skincare" turning into code for cosmetic procedures? When does skincare, the practice of regularly using products to maintain and improve the appearance of the skin, turn into cosmetic procedures like neuromodulators and fillers? When do minimally invasive procedures like neuromodulators and fillers turn into cosmetic surgery?
"Sun exposure after any kind of surgical procedure is going to negatively impact your results. And so whether that's your arms, your legs, your abdomen or your face, wearing sunscreen is super important to protect your investment."