Things to Consider Before Cosmetic Surgery

Plastic surgery not only improves aspects of your appearance, it can improve your confidence and self-esteem. This can have a wonderful domino effect on your entire life -- as you become happier and more out-going, your personal, professional and financial life can often improve as well.

However, there are some questions you should consider and discuss with Dr. Mandraccia before you undertake any cosmetic surgery procedure.

Am I doing this for myself?

If you truly are unhappy with any aspect of your appearance, you deserve to have it fixed. If, however, you’re contemplating cosmetic surgery because a loved one, such as a spouse, wants to change your appearance, this might be a sign that cosmetic surgery is not for you. While cosmetic surgery changes your outward appearance, the main improvement will be very personal and inward. Only you know if you’ll be happier after undergoing a cosmetic procedure.

Am I doing this for the right reasons?

Cosmetic surgery will not make people like you more, make you more money or promote success in your career. It can, however, lead to increased self-esteem and happiness. When you’re happy with your appearance, you’ll find yourself becoming out-going and friendly.  It is only this internal change that will lead to more success socially and professionally. If you feel cosmetic surgery will create this feeling within you, then cosmetic procedures with a board certified cosmetic surgeon, like Dr. Mandraccia are probably a good idea. If you’re only concerned with becoming physically perfect, perhaps more consideration is required. 

Do I have realistic expectations?

Dr. Mandraccia makes it a point to clearly explain what cosmetic surgery can, and just as importantly, what it can’t do.  While the results of most procedures truly are phenomenal, sometimes patients have unrealistic goals when they first enter our office. Only after a personal consultation with Dr. Mandraccia will you be able to know exactly what sort of new look you can expect.

Where will I have my cosmetic surgery procedure?

Dr. Mandraccia’s facility includes a Board of Health certified surgery center that will ensure your comfort and complete privacy. His staff also includes a highly competent nurse anesthesia with certification, twelve years and over seven thousand procedures in experience.

Cosmetic surgery truly does improve lives.  It’s important, however, to understand how and why it does so. Dr. Mandraccia offers consultations where he can offer opinions on how cosmetic surgery can help you. If you’re in the Bonita Springs, Fort Myers or any surrounding southwest Florida areas, please contact us today and schedule a confidential consultation with Dr. Mandraccia. Dr. Mandraccia’s office is located near the new Coconut Point Shopping Center, one of Florida’s largest!

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