March 26, 2009
How do you know which cosmetic surgeon is right for you? First, be sure he or she is properly certified. In general, 2 types of surgeons are qualified to perform cosmetic procedures: plastic surgeons and otolaryngologists (head and neck surgeons). Both of these surgeons have earned the title of FRCSC. This stands for Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada and is the benchmark for properly trained surgeons in their area of specialty within Canada. Plastic cosmetic surgeons generally do overall body work including breast augmentation and reduction, abdominal liposuction and tummy tucks etc. Otolaryngologists sub-specialized in Facial Plastic Surgery generally perform rhinoplasty, facelifts, blepharoplasty, facial implants and otoplasty. However, there tends to be a bit of crossover of performed procedures between specialties. More…
