Plastic surgery is a great way to correct your facial features to achieve a more balanced appearance and improve your self-esteem. Unfortunately, many people have the misconception that plastic surgery gives you a fake or “plastic” appearance. In actuality, modern plastic surgery techniques can create results that look entirely natural while preserving your unique facial qualities. If you are considering plastic surgery, you are probably looking for long-lasting results that you can be proud of for years to come. Here is everything you need to know about how to avoid the undesirable “plastic” look so that you can achieve beautiful results from your plastic surgery.
Be Realistic
If your goal is to look like a specific celebrity, you may be let down when the unreasonable expectations you set aren’t met. Getting lip fillers won’t make you look like Angelina Jolie, but they will give you a plumper version of your lips. If you don’t set forth realistic goals, you may find yourself unsatisfied with the results and seeking greater amounts of plastic surgery leading to larger problems.
Educate Yourself
In order to make the most informed decision on what is best for you, it’s incredibly important to do as much research as possible before selecting a procedure and a surgeon. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is a highly reputable resource to learn about different procedures. Another recommended site is RealSelf, an online community where patients share their real experiences, results, and thoughts. In addition, make sure the surgeon you select to do your procedure is highly regarded, experienced, knowledgeable and caring. Feel free to ask for before and after photos of your surgeon’s previous patients. It is important that your surgeon’s goal is to address your concerns and meet your needs in a safe and realistic way. Most importantly, make sure you select a surgeon who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery as it is the only meaningful accreditation for plastic surgeons.
Conservative Is Key
When considering any procedure, the goal is always to accentuate how you already look with beautiful, natural results – not alter your appearance. Share your desired look with your surgeon, but make sure to heed their advice if they feel it might be too excessive. Once a procedure is overdone, it can be difficult to correct or reverse. This holds true for surgery as well as less invasive procedures.
Dr. Phillip Garcia specializes solely in cosmetic facial procedures, has performed over 10,000 cosmetic and reconstructive facial procedures and is dedicated to providing his patients with beautiful, natural results. If you are interested in learning more about Dr. Garcia and the services he provides, contact his offices in Jacksonville today!
