What to Ask the Plastic Surgeon |
- Which reconstruction technique is best for me? Why?
- How many surgeries of this type have you performed?
- What is your success rate?
- May I see patient photos of your best/worst results?
- How many surgeries and office visits will be required over what period of time?
- How do you reconstruct the nipple and areola?
- Who
will do the tattooing and what is their experience?
- How
many scars will I have and where will they be?
- How symmetrical
will my new breast(s) be?
- How long will the surgery, hospital stay and recovery be?
What should I expect from each?
- When will I be able to return to work/my normal routine?
- What if I'm not satisfied with the results?
- Do you accept my insurance?
- Will your office
help with insurance payment issues?
- What will my out-of-pocket
costs be?
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