The Key Considerations When Looking Into Cosmetic Surgery

According to data released by LaingBuisson in 2018, the UK market for cosmetic surgery and associated treatments was worth around £286 million. This market has grown markedly in recent times too, as a growing number of people flock to have various cosmetic surgeries performed against a backdrop of diverse pop-culture influences.

The Key Considerations When Looking Into Cosmetic Surgery
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But if you are thinking of having cosmetic surgery done, what are the key considerations for you to keep in mind? Here’s a brief breakdown for your review.

#1. Recovery Time

Not all cosmetic surgeries are created equal, with each carrying its own unique risks and boasting different recovery times.

For example, there’s virtually no downtime or recovery time required in instances where you’ve had botulinum toxin (or botox) injections, although you are advised not to rub or massage the affected muscles too vigorously for 24 hours or so after the procedure. Similarly, you can get several cosmetic dental treatments the very day without any additional recovery time.  

For example, there’s virtually no downtime or recovery time required in instances where you’ve had botulinum toxin (or botox) injections, although you are advised not to rub or massage the affected muscles too vigorously for 24 hours or so after the procedure.

Conversely, more complex and invasive treatments such as liposuction and tummy tucks come with recovery times of up to three months, and this will require you to make arrangements regarding time off work and any heavy lifting.

So, be sure to understand your proposed procured in full and make proactive plans that account for any subsequent recovery.

#2. Choosing the Right Surgeon

From a practical perspective, it’s also key that you tread carefully when selecting a practitioner to actually carry out any respective surgery.

More specifically, you’ll need to ensure that you work alongside a qualified medical practitioner, and ideally one who is fully insured, based in the UK and experienced in the exact surgery that you want to have carried out.

You should also read up on first-hand customer reviews pertaining to a particular practitioner and surgery, to ensure that they have a good track record and have a long history of similarly-minded and satisfied customers.

#3. Have a Contingency Plan In Case Things Go Wrong

If you’re proactive and follow step two, it’s highly unlikely that your cosmetic surgery or procedure will go awry.

However, even the best-laid plans can be undermined, so we’d recommend creating a viable contingency plan that accounts for such a scenario.

In this case, for example, you may seek to make a medical negligence claim against the practitioner in question, so you’ll need to understand the fundamentals of this type of claim and identify solicitors who can help you throughout the process.

The reason for this is simple; as you’ll need to understand whether you have a viable claim to make in the first place and adequately demonstrate the harm caused as a direct result of the aforementioned treatment.