Is Cutting Plastic Surgery Costs Worth The Risk?

Where Getting a Deal Isn't Always a Good Thing!

Plastic surgery has become a normality for much of the population in recent years. What once was a taboo subject that would stir chaos if one was found to have had treatments done, is now widely accepted amongst societies around the world. This widespread acceptance has also created a desire to achieve the beauty standards that only surgical tweaks can contain. The truth is that plastic surgery can cost thousands. Having one treatment done often leads to the desire for more surgeries, if not revision surgeries, once the results disperse after some time. Patients are now looking for a ‘cheaper; route for surgery, which, as a result, is leading to major health risks for some people, even leading to fatalities. In this blog, we will discuss the risks involved with seeking cheap plastic surgery, and how to make an informed decision if you are looking to cut costs. Take a look at the following suggestions:

The rise in cheaper alternatives 

The demand to achieve ‘ perfection’ has led to some unregulated and unqualified surgeons performing budget surgeries. Posing as professionals with guaranteed surgical results, these operations are not only dangerous for patients but also increase the likelihood of revision surgery by around 40%. Accessibility has been huge since the COVID-19 pandemic. So many seek cosmetic tweaks without paying the cost that safe and professional surgery requires.

Overseas surgery risks 

Patients have worryingly been travelling overseas just to save a percentage of the overall cost that is demanded in their location. With this, patients put themselves at risk, trusting unqualified overseas surgeons who can forge their accreditations due to operating in a lower economic state. Overseas surgery also puts patients at risk of an insufficient post-op journey. Flying home soon after surgery increases the risks of blood clots, which ultimately leads to a significant risk of facing complications whilst not having access to the relevant medical care.

Complications with repeat surgery 

With the risk of revision surgery significantly higher with cheaper alternatives, patents are more likely to match the cost of surgery that was initially proposed by accredited surgeons. For example, patients may need to revise a breast augmentation with their overseas surgeon, which requires matching the cost of the initial surgery, including flights and accommodation to stay within the country. If the patient had stuck with the initial proposed, ‘higher’ cost with the accredited plastic surgeon in Manchester, they would in the long term be saving much more on transport and avoid revision costs for at least a decade.

Making informed surgical decisions

Overall, opting for a cheaper alternative when it comes to plastic surgery is never the safest option. If cost is a deciding factor, you should likely wait until you are in a secure financial position to pay for safe surgery with a reputable surgeon in your country of residence. Choose a surgeon who offers prices that aren’t ‘too good to be true’, and has the relevant accreditations. such as being registered with the BAAPS, and offers peace of mind following a consolation.