How to Choose a Facelift Surgeon
When women and men become ready to explore facelift surgery, the search for a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon can prove to be challenging. Our specialist plastic surgeon in Melbourne, Dr Vlad Milovic, knows first-hand how difficult this process can be and has some helpful tips to potentially assist patients in their research:
- Conduct thorough research. Dr Milovic typically advises patients to meet with at least two prospective surgeons before choosing one to perform the procedure. This way, you can better familiarise yourself with their style and bedside manner, and possibly gain a clearer idea of the experience you can expect.
- Make sure the plastic surgeon is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian Society of Plastic Surgeons (FRACS) in the specialty of Plastic Surgery to ensure he or she has undergone extensive specialised training and achieved formal qualifications in plastic surgery.
- Ask if the plastic surgeon is experienced in performing facelift surgery and what techniques they use. Dr Milovic performs deep plane facelifts as well as less-invasive facelift techniques (MACS lift and S-Lift). All procedures are highly customised to suit the patient’s unique needs and goals.
- Meet plastic surgeons in-person for facelift consultations. Meeting face-to-face with potential surgeons is an excellent way to get to know them and ask lots of questions. You should feel comfortable sharing your concerns and asking questions so you can make an informed decision about your care. The surgeon you choose should listen intently and inspire trust and confidence in their surgical abilities. Dr Milovic suggests bringing a list of questions with you to the consultation to make sure you don’t miss out on anything important.
If you are considering facelift surgery and want to find a plastic surgeon you can trust, we welcome you to schedule a consultation with Dr Milovic to learn about your options.
Editor’s note: This blog was originally posted on Sep 7, 2021