Cosmetic Plastic Surgery

Deciding what’s right for you

Plastic surgery can be a very touchy subject for some people, while others wouldn’t think twice about it. Often in considering plastic surgery, half the issue with it sprouts from others, rather than a person’s own worries of the procedure. Here are a few things to consider before deciding whether it is right for you:

Do Your Research

Make sure you research the procedure and what can go wrong with it. You need to balance this by reading people’s personal feedback as to how happy they are that they did it. Reading about both will give you an educated view on the procedure and will assist your decision.

If there is far more negative feedback than there is positive, you are going to have a lot to think about - but even if there are side effects and every article you read is nothing but positive, then it may make your decision a little easier. Make sure you gather research from more than one source. Look into both clinics and procedures so that you are comfortable with the procedure and you know the clinic is reputable and clean.

Find a Doctor You Trust

If you are uncomfortable with the doctor, it’s unlikely you’re going to be comfortable with them performing surgery on your body. Be sure to meet with the doctor at least once before the scheduled surgery.

Reach for Support From Those Around You

If your family and friends do not support the idea of cosmetic surgery, but after researching and meeting with a doctor you still truly want it, then you need to sit down with your family and explain how much you want to go through with the procedure and why. Going ahead with cosmetic surgery is much easier when you have the support of those around you.

Embellish

If you decide to go through with cosmetic surgery, then treat the new you. If you are going to get breast implants, buy some really cute bras that will make you appreciate the change. If you're getting liposuction, take yourself shopping for clothes to fit your new form. Whatever procedure you have, it is something you are changing to help you look exactly how you want to, so why not show it off?

By Nixie Lynn

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Why won't anyone answer the question of how much lapband surgery costs? I am paying out of pocket. No need to go thru the hype if I can't afford it. I won't finance this, so if I need more money I'll have to wait and save.

Posted on 2/8/2010 12:33:00 PM by Anonymous

I am a 41 year old mother of two. My daughter is 8 and my son is 2 1/2, I have no relatives as they all have died from cancer or heart attacks. I was physically and sexually abused until I was 10 at which point I could take no more. I decided the threats made against me and my mother could no longer go on. I have always had emotional issues since then and have used food to comfort myself I suppose. Now I am about 320lbs and am an insulin dependent diabetic, have fibramyalgia, degenerative disc disease and high blood pressure. I don't want to die. I want to see my children get married, have children etc. I walk with a cane early in the day as the pain I have limits my mobility. I was recently laid-off and am on unemployment. I cannot afford the lap-band surgery but desperately need it if I am going to live. Is there anyone out there who cares enough to help me find a way to get help? I am begging you please if there is a way is there anyone willing? If I die what would happen to my children???? I can be contacted at joanie Parker@comcast.net Please Help Me

Posted on 8/4/2009 9:10:00 AM by Anonymous

I had a gastric bypass 05/12/08 and lost 190 pds. I would do it again in a heart beat. A tummy tuck and breast lift will cost me $9400.00. We'll see how it goes...

Posted on 7/25/2009 9:06:00 PM by Anonymous

I had a tummy tuck and lipo, and breast lift all at the same time 10 months after my 2nd C-section. The recovery was long and painful, but the results are worth it. I still work out to keep my arms and thighs toned, but stomach is flat and I dont' have any fat that hangs over my jeans!

Posted on 5/22/2009 10:16:00 PM by Anonymous

i have had three kids four if you count the one that didn't make it after I lost her it was hard for me to lose the weight.then i got pregant with my son and know its even harder

Posted on 5/13/2009 2:25:00 AM by Anonymous

I am a female soldier now serving in iraq, i will be home in october, i decided to treat myself to a tummy tuck or lipo. I have been working out and losing weight, just can't lose my gut. i don't want to spend too much of my saving for this. I would feel guilty if I did. I really want it bad. What is cheaper? What has the most dramatic resuts. I want to be flat bellied by nowember.

Posted on 5/8/2009 10:32:00 AM by Anonymous

I am a single mother of two very beautiful little boys and all my life I've been critized about my weight. A few years have past now since I had my gastro-bypass surgery. Alone with a lifetime change in my eating habits and joining a fitness center, I lost a very huge amount of weight. I lost so much my own family cannot even recognize me. But how can I find a good plastic surgon to remove all this loose skin? I would love to donate it! But I cannot afford a plastic surgery. Can you help me? Serious fat/skinnie momma

Posted on 4/5/2009 4:08:00 PM by Anonymous

how much is a tummy tuck

Posted on 3/8/2009 3:49:00 PM by Anonymous

Iam post op 1week after lipo&tummy tuck. I noticed changing my bandages today my stomach has a yellowish tink to it is this normal?

Posted on 2/24/2009 8:51:00 PM by Anonymous

I had the lap band surgery in 04'. It took some getting used to for about the first 2 yrs then it was easier. After I had the surgery and could only eat a bite of a sandwich, I had doubts about having the surgery. But you learn a new way of eating. And now if I eat too much sometimes I have to force myself to vomit because its very uncomfortable. Sometimes I get really airy (burp alot). But in hindsight the surgery was worth it. Even after I had my second child I didnt gain as much weight as I did with my first child. It takes a huge relief off your back because you can never over eat again. I would recommend this surgery for those who struggle with weight. But its important to know that there are side effects and you have to weigh in on those things to see if its something you can deal with for the rest of your life.

Posted on 2/5/2009 11:57:00 PM by Anonymous

I do not want to wear glass anymore

Posted on 11/17/2008 6:43:00 PM by Anonymous

I had bypass surgery in 1999 and I initially had issues with eating and feeling like the food would sit in hy esophagus, and I went back to my doctor and the band was too small. Was widened and was better, however I still have issues with meat not matter how well I chew.Hope this helps

Posted on 11/4/2008 12:40:00 PM by Anonymous

There is no way to tone loose skin seek a physicians help in having it removed

Posted on 10/23/2008 10:52:00 PM by Anonymous

im sorry i meant diet

Posted on 10/23/2008 10:45:00 PM by Anonymous

how long has it been since your surgery? what are eating? are you still following the after surgery dirt?

Posted on 10/23/2008 10:43:00 PM by Anonymous

I also had the gastric bypass and I cannot tolerate most of the food I eat. I vomit and spit up a thick clear liquid that is foamy looking. This usually happens right after I eat food. Can you help me understand what is going on. HELP !!!!!

Posted on 10/15/2008 5:41:00 PM by Anonymous

I was burned on my legs when I was a baby and was wanting to know if there is any surgery that would take the scars away or help them look less visable? My email is hkkaufman@scciowa.edu

Posted on 9/8/2008 3:37:00 PM by Anonymous

i had a gastric bypass on 6/03/08 and find i cannot tolerate any solid foods at all. i was wondering if this is normal and when will i be able to eat again. i researched all there was to know about the procedure but every one i talk to only has good things to say about it. i am glad i had the operation, don't get me wrong. but i thought that by now i would surely be able to eat some food without getting the "dumping syndrome. help!!!!

Posted on 9/7/2008 9:37:00 PM by Anonymous

Hi my name is Elizabeth and I was weighting 360bls but I started to loss weight now I weight 278 and I have under my arms all this extra skin that hangs and in between my leg I've tried tone but it takes to much of my time. Should I concsider a tummy tuck or and a arm and leg tuck as well? I need help

Posted on 6/3/2008 1:20:00 AM by Anonymous