A: Please contact our call centre for more information.
Q: What can I expect at my first consultation?
A: Most plastic surgeons based in South Africa are happy to discuss your procedure over the phone preceding the booking of a proper face-to-face consultation. You could also send a detailed email outlining what changes you wish to make with images attached. It is a recommended requirement to send them your photographs of areas you have considered improving on. Upon arrival, booking of a personal consultation should be in order. A questions and answers session is always best to alleviate any fears or issues you may have regarding the impending surgery. Most consultation sessions last 50-60 minutes, but this depends on the procedure you are enquiring about and the relevant physical examinations undertaken.
Your chosen surgeon should gather as much of your personal medical information as they can and perform a full physical examination, all in order to get a full understanding of your current physical condition before surgery is decided upon. Always discuss with your surgeon, the reasons you have considered plastic surgery. Approaching the procedure with realistic expectations is a positive mindset to have. In addition, your surgeon will explain to you what you can possibly expect from the outcome. There is also the likelihood that an alternative to your procedure can be performed, so keep an open mind and trust in the surgeons suggestions.
Q: How can I keep fit and healthy prior to the surgery, what preparation should I make?
A: It is never a good idea to eat before or after treatment, as the food could interfere with the anesthesia and this may cause nausea or vomiting during the operation. Do not consume alcohol; engage in sexual activity or strenuously over exercise before the procedure. Your body needs to be relaxed and tension free before any operation is undertaken. Prepare a list of medicines you are allergic too; your surgeon needs to know this in case you have an allergic reaction during surgery.
Q: In terms of after care, what do I need to do?
A: Always take the prescribed pain medication. Under no circumstances partake in substance abuse [illegal medication or drug use] as this will interfere with the prescribed pain medication.
If you experience any adverse side effects following the procedure, note them down and update your surgeon in case a follow up is needed.
Most important of all, plan your daily activities so that after the treatment your body can get the rest it needs.
First Health Finance understands that not everyone can afford plastic surgery. This is why we want to provide you with the opportunity to improve your self confidence with our plastic surgery loans. Our loans vary in price from R4000 to R40, 000, therefore every surgery is considered. Loans are paid directly to the medical practitioner and the surgeons, cutting out any middleman involved. We offer a wide variety of surgical loans such as for rhinoplasty, breast implants, liposuction and more. Whichever surgeries you have dreamed of having, we can provide the finances for you. Let us answer your questions. So apply now or contact us telephonically, and let your dreams become a reality.
