April 27, 2007
Buyer beware..Rhinoplasty and breast augmentation advice
A recent article in Smartmoney.com …USA warns on cosmetic surgery.
“The best surgeons spend years honing their chops in residencies; by contrast, those hoping to offer a little Botox along with flu shots tend to opt for less rigorous training — like the popular weekend classes at the International Society of Cosmetogynecology, an odd but official-sounding organization that promotes plastic surgery as an extension of gynecology. Its three-day courses cover liposuction and injectables. Empire Medical Training offers an even thriftier nine-hour seminar on lipo — two hours of which are devoted to marketing.”
“There are some certifications that matter: The American Board of Plastic Surgery is the most rigorous for this specialty and the only certification body for plastic surgery recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Members of the ABPS have completed residencies in both general surgery and plastic surgery and are trained to do all procedures from liposuction to nose jobs. ” The equivalent body in Australia is the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons. A body that I have held membership in since 1979.
Whether considering injectables or surgical procedures, potential patients must always check that their practitioner is fully qualified and trained to perform the procedure. Members of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons have a commitment to peer review and surgical standards.
Unfortunately the growing popularity of surgical and so called less-invasive cosmetic plastic surgery treatments comes the increase in unqualified practitioners stepping up to take advantage of the growing number of patients.
The decisions you make prior to surgery are ultimately reflected in your final result these decisions are vital when considering natural results from Breast enlargement or rhinoplasty.
The Jewel clinic Melbourne provides detailed reports on each of these procedures and ensures through education and understanding The correct decisions are made .
The Choices Rhinoplasty Report.
