Am I Ready for Plastic Surgery?

By: Sarah Knowles BA, MA - Updated: 24 Oct 2012 | *Discuss

 

Going under the knife for purely cosmetic reasons is an enormous step. Don't go into it unprepared. Having realistic expectations are key, as is finding surgeons who will talk through all the pros and cons with you and help you make an informed decision about how to achieve the goals you want.

The first step, however, is deciding whether plastic surgery is really right for you. It's no use taking the leap if you're not really ready for it. But how do you know if you are?

Questions to Ask Yourself First

Take time to think about why you want plastic surgery. Do you think it will change your life for the better? This isn't always the case, even for people who are delighted with the physical results. If things stay the same - or even get worse - can you handle the change? Also think about:

Six Signs You're Ready for Plastic Surgery

If you've decided to go ahead and have surgery, make sure you´re ready by asking yourself the following questions:

Plastic surgery is not something to be entered into lightly, and people with the best results are those who do their research, find the right surgeon and have realistic expectations. It is a branch of medicine that, in the vast majority of cases, should enhance one´s life, not radically change it. For some people, diet and exercise can be an even better, and more permanent, option.

Investigate what is available to you and make sure that surgery is what you really want and that you emotionally, financically and physically ready for it before taking this crucial step. For many people, once you do there is no going back...

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