Cosmetic
Surgeons VS Plastic Surgeons…are they the same?
This is
a very commonly asked question, and a lot of the time people are unable to tell
the difference between a cosmetic surgeon and plastic surgeon, and don’t see
the importance it plays.
There
is a significant difference between the two, the most distinct one being the
level of education.
Plastic
surgeons are required to complete 12 years of training as a minimum, whereas a
Cosmetic surgeon receives the very basic medical training and can come from any
medical background, not specialising in reconstructive and plastic surgery.
In cosmetic
surgery, patients are required to pay their surgeon directly for procedures,
which means there is the possibility of being unaccredited and unregistered,
and not really any way of knowing. Research is extremely important when
choosing a surgeon for cosmetic procedures. Have as many consultations as you
wish before making your decision, and know it’s never too late to opt out of a
surgery, even on the day of surgery, if you don’t feel comfortable.
There is
also a difference in price between plastic and cosmetic surgeons. Plastic surgeons
will generally be more expensive for the following reasons:
§ Surgery is performed in a fully
accredited hospital, not an office or clinic
§ They are highly qualified and
specialise in particular fields
The surgeons
we work with are highly qualified and experienced plastic surgeons, with decades
of experience in their field.
Contact
MTM on 1300 882 672 for a consultation!
