Reducing the Risk of Cosmetic Surgery
Like any surgery, the patient has the ability to reduce the risk of complications. The best way to reduce the risk of a bad outcome is to choose the surgeon who performs the procedure wisely. Lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, are extremely important before surgery, as non-smokers heal faster and have less scarring. Some plastic surgeons will not perform surgery on current smokers because the final outcome may not be as good. In addition, eating a healthy diet before and after the procedure can speed healing and improve wound closure, which also minimizes scarring.