When considering plastic surgery, selecting the right doctor is just as important as choosing the procedure itself. The process of finding the right surgeon is “almost like dating,” explained Dr. Angela Sturm, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Houston. Look for someone whose aesthetic aligns with yours and with whom you feel comfortable.
“Treat this like a partnership between you and the surgeon. Ensure there is alignment of goals and communication,” said Dr. Daniel Gould, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills. “Find them slowly and fire them quickly if there’s any question.”
To help navigate what can be a complex and high-stakes decision, we asked three top plastic surgeons to share the warning signs that should give you pause. While no checklist can guarantee flawless results, overlooking these sketchy details “can be detrimental to your safety and results,” warned Dr. Mark R. Murphy, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Palm Beach, Florida.
Here are the red flags plastic surgeons say you should never ignore:
1. Your surgeon is not board-certified in plastic surgery.
