Unqualified Practitioners Pose a Problem

Information and access to plastic surgeons has never been greater with the internet explosion. Likewise, the potential to be deceived by slick online advertising and fraudulent marketing may lead patients to unqualified practitioners.

When information is so easily accessible and the tools available to self-promote are readily attainable, it becomes a sort of wild west where potential plastic surgery patients could be led astray. Two board certified plastic surgeons discuss in this video how patients can combat misinformation and stray from unqualified practitioners who may be deceiving or even lying about their experience with procedures.

Perhaps most disturbing is the fact that the patients who choose the unqualified practitioner may be doing so to spend less than a legitimate practice.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Plastic surgery like most other purchases, must be an informed decision.
• Beyond meeting and talking about a physician’s background, judging a before and after gallery can provide the evidence.
• Unqualified practitioners are perhaps getting into the business to make more and easier money.

“I’m sitting here today with the real deal, two board certified plastic surgeons. But there are providers out there who are not qualified, who are doing procedures and it’s costing people injuries and also costing people their lives.”

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The Rhinoplasty Society in Versailles

Established in 1996, The Rhinoplasty Society is the premier organization in the world dedicated to the ongoing education of surgeons interested in nasal surgery.

Through this “fraternity” over 100 of the most respected rhinoplasty surgeons in the world dedicate their efforts and share their innovations to improve the quality of rhinoplasty. Dr. Geoffrey Keyes of Los Angeles, California is the President of the Rhinoplasty Society.

The International Meeting of Rhinoplasty Societies (IMRHIS) in Paris-Versailles, France, took place in September 8-10.

“This joint meeting organized by the societies of the United States and the Europeans promises to be the largest meeting devoted to rhinoplasty in history.

Not only this was a fabulous social experience with our French hosts, but 50 great surgeons demonstrated a wide variety of techniques and new procedures that are sure to refine our collective approaches to the art of rhinoplasty.”

 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• A change in the tip of the nose may influence a change in the bridge or radix.
• Cartilage and bone are quite hard and little irregularities can occur over the years.
• Even in the case of a primary rhinoplasty, there are a number of interrelated steps required to achieve facial harmony.

“Aside from the aesthetic pursuit of the “perfect” nose, there is also a functional aspect that is equally important, so breathing quality cannot be compromised.”

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Rhinoplasty Benefits That You Should Know

The driving force behind the need to have a nose job is mainly aesthetic. Many people are not happy with the way their nose looks and wish to change it.

The operation is essentially a minor one and patients can return to their homes when the operation is done. Only those who are prone to risks and complications are kept overnight at the hospital for monitoring after the rhinoplasty.

There are two main techniques in implementing the changes and improvements that the patient would like. These are the open and closed techniques, which refer mainly to the types of incisions that are made.

The operation can make different kinds of alterations and improvements on the person’s facial feature.

The aesthetic benefits of getting a nose job are dependent on the preferences of the individual and his or her point of view.

There are also health benefits that rhinoplasty can bring to people. There are some individuals who have some difficulty breathing.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Self-satisfaction is something that a person gets when he or she is happy with the results of the operation.
• Symmetry of the face and its features is something that is usually sought by the patient.
• Birth defects can also affect how a person breathes.

“Speaking to a certified and qualified surgeon will enlighten the patient more about other benefits.”

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Rhinoplasty: Part Science, Part Art

Many people don’t like the look of their nose. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons statistics show that rhinoplasty or nose surgery is the second most popular cosmetic procedure in America.

As well as patient’s desires of the shape of a new nose, the surgeon also have to take into account his or her anatomy.

Rhinoplasty is one of the most difficult procedures, and patients can be male or female, older or younger, and any and all ethnicities.

It requires a balance between science and art, which makes rhinoplasty surgery so difficult.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• To find the right proportion, your surgeon must look at the relationship between your nose and the rest of your face.
• When someone has a dorsal hump, the surgeon needs to remove it slowly and carefully.
• When a surgeon changes one thing, it affects everything else.

“Because of the inherent difficulties in rhinoplasty surgery, patients need to go to a board certified plastic surgeon who performs a lot of rhinoplasties. This is definitely a surgery where practice makes perfect.”

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Plastic Surgery – Feel Better About Yourself

Kim Kolciak always seems to say some entertaining stuff when giving interviews. She is not afraid to defend herself when it comes to plastic surgery.

Kim explains why it’s important for her to be honest about her cosmetic procedures, she said, “I’m happy with doing it or not doing it, I just want to always feel the best I can about myself.”

Kim makes an effort to change the view of plastic surgery from something that’s so taboo to something that can do a lot for women and their self esteem.

With careful research, proper safety precautions, positive motivation, cosmetic procedures can be a good thing for women. It just really depends on the circumstances and people need to relax and stop being so automatically judgmental about everything plastic surgery-related.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• There’s stuff out there you can do to make yourself feel better.
• For the most part, Kim keeps it real and I appreciate her hustle.
• Not everyone who gets plastic surgery is superficially motivated.

“I just want women to know there’s stuff out there you can do to make yourself feel better. I feel like women should empower other women.”

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Plastic Surgery Study

Anyone wishing to perform any type of surgery should be aware that there are risks, yes. Plastic surgeons and anesthesiologists always discuss this theme and even request that patients read and are aware of operative risks.

Medicine is a biological science and has its limitations. Rhinoplasty has become quite common over the last decades, but nevertheless, as a surgical procedure, all operations are exposed to certain risks.

The leading allegations by patients was improper performance of surgery (49 percent of claims). The top factors resulting in injuries:

1. Technical performance (42 percent)
2. Patient factors (41 percent)
3. Communication issues between the patient or family and the physician (10 percent).

The study is available at http://ift.tt/2d6pqun and at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons’ Plastic Surgery The Meeting, September 23 to 27 in Los Angeles.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• The study’s insights also highlight the important role patients play in their own care and recovery.
• Strategy a surgeon needs to take to ensure that he or she practices in the most risk-free environment they can.
• Both patients and physicians should work together to reduce the risk of injury

“This study is invaluable in that it spots important trends early, such as the finding involving technical errors,” said David M. Charles, MD, retired plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Denver, Colorado, and a member of The Doctors Company’s Board of Governors. “With this knowledge, plastic surgeons can work to enhance technical skills and program directors can more keenly focus on technical skills when instructing residents.”

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Social Media Changed Plastic Surgery Landscape