Introduction
The risks of plastic surgery are sometimes overshadowed by the popularity of the procedures. Although some plastic surgeries are done out of medical necessity, the vast majority of them are done for reasons that are purely cosmetic. Regardless of why people choose to have plastic surgery, preventing risks and complications should be a top priority.
Possible Risks and Complications
Although serious plastic surgery complications are rare, they happen. Some of these complications can include brain damage, stroke, severed nerves that result in temporary or permanent paralysis, severe infections, blood clots, spine damage, respiratory failure, physical deformities, auto-immune diseases, negative reactions to anesthesia and death.
People who go into plastic surgery with unrealistic expectations can suffer from depression because they don't look or feel the way they expected after their cosmetic procedures.
Prevent Risks and Complications
People with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, lung disease, heart conditions, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity and breathing problems have a higher risk of complications from plastic surgery. Even if you've never suffered from these medical problems, you should visit your primary care physician to rule out any underlying medical conditions before you go under the knife.
Select your plastic surgeon carefully. Dealing with an unskilled surgeon can lead to serious complications. The plastic surgeon you select should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. The surgeon should also have several years of surgical experience in a licensed medical facility.
Never make your final decision on a cosmetic surgeon based on price. Sometimes those "too good to be true" deals can be costly to your health.
