Is every surgeon honest about before/after photos?

How do you define positive plastic surgery results? Is it in the way the patient would feel after a procedure? Does it come from the aesthetic appeal? Can plastic surgery bring you to a more spiritual place?

Before and after photos are pretty important factors within my industry, but unfortunately can be misunderstood by prospective patients. In some cases, the photos don’t even represent a particular surgeons work. You may be wondering, “How is that even possible?”

There are surgeons out there that post photos that are not their work.
Some ways to get the truth is to ask your surgeon if they were the one that actually performed the surgery in the photos being viewed. If the practice has several surgeons, photos need to be clearly labeled with the doctor who performed the procedure.

Now, of course you’re going to look at before and after photos. It’s important to do that. However, I recommend looking at photos of patients that are similar in body size, age and height (if applicable). And despite similarities, it’s important to remember that we all have different body types. No one can make you look like a photo.

Despite the importance of photographs, remember that they can be altered. It’s sad but I’ve seen it done. Photos should only be one of the factors when choosing which plastic surgeon you go to. Remember to check credentials, ask for patient referrals, but most importantly, ask yourself whether or not you feel comfortable with the surgeon and the office staff.

For more questions about this subject, please don’t hesitate to email me at info@danielronelmd.com or call the office. We’re here for you. In the meantime, have you ever experienced a surgeon not being honest? How did you react? Did you find out before or after the fact? Sound off now.

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The facelift above was done by me.