During your initial consultation with Dr. Sayeg, he will review your medical history and ask what you would you like to change. During an initial plastic surgery consultation, evaluate your conversation as honestly as possible. Dr. Sayeg does not want to suggest procedures. He wants to know exactly what bothers you, so that he can specifically address your concerns and then suggest what is required. Don’t be afraid that you are asking too many questions. That is what the initial consultation is about. Continue to ask until every question you have is thoroughly answered.
In order to have a good consultation and good outcome, you must be upfront and honest with your doctor about every aspect of your health. This includes any current or former medical problems, drugs or even supplements you might be taking, and activities in which you are involved. The doctor must know about your lifestyle and what kind of individual you are in order to give accurate predictions of your surgery and recovery.
Dr. Sayeg will discuss surgical or nonsurgical solutions to your problems and their risks and benefits. He may show you photos of other patients. Typical results, less-than-average results, and a few “wows” may be shown.
Dr. Sayeg will discuss the pros and cons of a cosmetic procedure. He has a legal and ethical responsibility to explain all the risks and benefits of the procedure, and the possible alternatives. You can then give what is called an informed consent. If in the course of the consultation you decide not to have the procedure, the surgeon has done his job. Remember, Dr. Sayeg offers a service; he does not sell a procedure.