Q: What is the difference between reconstructive plastic surgery and cosmetic plastic surgery?
Reconstructive plastic surgery is performed for the correction of body and facial issues that may be caused by birth defects, injury, disease, or the typical aging process. Normally, the goal of reconstructive plastic surgery is to improve body function. However, reconstructive plastic surgery may also be done to create a more normal appearance and improve self-esteem.
Whereas, Cosmetic surgery is performed to reform current structures of the body in order to improve self-esteem and appearance.
Q: Am I a good candidate for plastic surgery?
Individuals in good general health are normally acceptable candidates for cosmetic surgery. It is imperative for prospective patients to have realistic expectations for their surgery results. During your consultation with Dr Sadeghi, it is important to openly discuss your previous medical history, plastic surgery goals and any concerns you have so that Dr Sadeghi can make an informed and realistic assessment about your candidacy for cosmetic surgery.
Q: What Should I Look for in a Plastic Surgeon?
Firstly, Credentials are very important. Look for a board-certified plastic surgeon who has completed an accredited residency training program in plastic surgery. Most Plastic surgeons will openly state the number of board certifications they have. This kind of program includes two or three years of intensive training in the full range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) is a good indicator of a surgeon’s skill, since the board has strict requirements.
Secondly, reviews and direct patient feedback are also crucial to review. Dr Sadeghi has a 5.0 Google Rating because his patients value his expertise and professionalism.
Q: What does it mean for a surgeon to be board-certified?
Earning board certification is one of many ways a surgeon can prove his or her skills and knowledge. Every certifying board has varied requirements and measures a physician’s education and experience in their chosen fields. Dr Sadeghi holds double board certifications as a plastic and reconstructive surgeon.Board certification provides assurance that a doctor has undergone formal training in the fundamentals of surgery.
