What requirements do I have to meet to undergo cosmetic surgery?

The ideal patient for a cosmetic surgery intervention must know perfectly what she/he wants, have knowledge of her/his image, know what she/he does not like and what she/he wants. The future patient must understand very well the expectations of change.

As in any type of surgery, the intervention will be contraindicated when we present pictures of arterial hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes, heart problems, lung, kidney and liver diseases. Likewise, the need for anticoagulant medication and certain psychiatric pathologies advise against a possible intervention.

What can you expect from cosmetic surgery?

Cosmetic surgery can enhance the appearance of the patient and improve self-confidence, but what it cannot do is turn him into someone else. Before deciding to undergo surgery, you should clearly think about your expectations and discuss them with the surgeon.

What is the best age to undergo a cosmetic surgery operation?

When you start to feel unhappy with your physical appearance. By not waiting for age to make the problem worse, better results will be obtained. If you are in good health, there is no reason to prevent surgery.

What risks can cosmetic surgery have?

Cosmetic surgery, like any other type of surgery, has inherent risks (allergies, tissue infections, bleeding, etc.). However, it has been shown that the percentage of general complications is extremely low due to the fact that it usually requires less deep anesthesia and that it is generally performed in healthy patients. Every year, millions of people undergo cosmetic operations without problems, since the results outweigh the eventual risks.

How long is the recovery period usually?

The time it takes to recover from a cosmetic surgery operation depends on the procedure that is performed and the person on whom it is performed. Most patients require the help of a family member during the first two postoperative days, but in most cases and interventions patients feel comfortable enough to leave after 3-7 days have elapsed.

Can I get pregnant and breastfeed after the implants are placed, or do I wait for my last child?

Breast implants cause absolutely no inconvenience to get pregnant or breastfeed. In fact, no negative consequences were scientifically proven for either the mother or the baby. Nor does the placement of the prosthesis in front or behind the pectoral muscle have a negative influence.

Can breast implants cause cancer?

It is scientifically proven that implants do not trigger this type of disease, nor is there a confirmed relationship with autoimmune diseases.

What is the difference between liposuction and liposculpture?

In liposuction we only extract fat from the regions of localized adiposity. In liposculpture, in addition to extracting, we process and reposition part of that fat in areas where volume is needed.

What surgeries need total anesthesia and which ones can be done with local anesthesia?

In general, shorter procedures, such as breast or eyelid surgery, can be performed under local anesthesia plus sedation. Other more time-consuming procedures such as facelift, extensive liposuction or abdominal dermolipectomies must be performed under general anesthesia.

If you have any other questions, contact us and we will gladly assist you.