It’s important to do you research before you select a surgeon. The most important factor is that the surgeon is Board Certified either by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery. This provides assurance that the surgeon has spent dedicated years training in the specialty of plastic surgery and has been rigorously examined both in written examinations and in person oral examinations to confirm their competence and expertise in plastic surgery. It is also important to look at before and after photos to ensure that you are happy with the surgeon’s outcomes on other patients and overall aesthetics. Make sure you read reviews and testimonials to see how other patients’ experiences have been with that surgeon. The consultation is a very important time to ensure that you feel comfortable and listened to by the surgeon and his or her staff. Being able to communicate well and understand each other is critical for the patient-doctor relationship! You should have ample time to ask all of your questions and understand your options and what to expect from your procedure before you select your surgeon. It’s often very helpful to have more than one consultation with different surgeons in order to understand different approaches and make sure you are picking the surgeon you feel the most comfortable with.