Fears Associated With Liposuction
Is cosmetic surgery a real reason to be scared?
When it comes to any form of surgery, there are many different fears experienced by patients on many different levels. With all the risks and side effects that one could be subjected to, it is only natural to feel some form of apprehension regarding any kind of surgery, but this is a major factor in the world of elective surgeries, such as liposuction. No one wants to put themselves at risk by choice, and it's a very serious thing to consider before making that final decision to go under the knife.
Since general anesthesia is commonly used in liposuction, many people fear the procedure of being dosed and what will happen while they are sleeping. Horror films such as Jessica Alba's "Awake" feed fear into people subconsciously when it comes to surgeries and anesthesia. Essentially, you are entirely helpless while under general anesthesia, and this is something most people are extremely uncomfortable with. Humans have an innate need to remain in control, and this takes away every bit of control we have over ourselves and our safety.
Another very common liposuction-associated fear is the fear of bad results. Since it takes six months, sometimes longer, for the results of liposuction to finally settle, it is hard to tell if your results will be optimal. With such a lengthy period of time lapsing between the time of surgery and when the final results become apparent, it can be hard to remember the exact details of any guarantee, or even to track down the operating surgeon. This fear can be alleviated by ensuring a good, reputable surgeon with an insurance policy and guarantee (that covers at least one year post-surgery for touch ups, etc).
At the top of the list for liposuction associated fears is the fear of being duped into believing you've hired a great surgeon. There are a lot of deceitful people in the world who take advantage of anyone they possibly can, and the world of cosmetic surgery is no exception. The problem is, with this kind of fraud, it's hard to tell if you've hired a con artist until it's too late. Remember - a real, reputable surgeon will be easy to find positive information on. He'll (or she'll) most likely have a web site, a receptionist at his office and lots of clients in a very clean building. The best way to avoid this potential danger? Trust your gut. If you think something might be wrong, it probably is.
There are tons of fears that can easily be associated with liposuction. By taking a careful, practical and thoughtful approach to the surgery, selecting a surgeon and being prepared for what is to come, you can alleviate most of them yourself. Deeper lying phobias should be discussed with the surgeon and possibly a therapist, if it is necessary.
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