The above links will open a new browser window to an external site. Look for a surgeon who has surgical privileges at a hospital. You can expect the surgery to recontour, rejuvenate or reshape the areas of concern, and to improve your overall appearance. Beware a surgeon who promises miracles. He should encourage realistic expectations.
Some procedures work best when accompanied by complementary procedures.
For instance, if you're having eyelid surgery done, consider also having an eyebrow lift. You want your surgeon to discuss the major risks and complications of the procedure you are considering. Some of these might include the potential for bleeding, infection, poor scarring and complications that would be unique to the individual procedure. Although these complications occur infrequently, the surgeon should be aware of them and therefore protect you from their possible occurrence. Your surgeon should tell you what type of anesthesia will be used and give you the rational for the type of sedation you will receive.