Q I’m 68 and looking for a reputable plastic surgeon to give me the nose I’ve always wanted. How do I go about finding ‘Mr Right’?
I would heed all these insightful tips I got from consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Theo Nanidis (tnplasticsurgeon.co.uk). ‘Make sure your prospective surgeon specialises in head and neck, or even better for you, rhinoplasties.
‘Do they (also) work in the NHS? If it’s yes, that’s great: their training is rigorous. Is their membership with BAAPS (the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons).
‘Yes again? Good. Good. In your first appointment, ask hard questions: How many surgeries has he or she done? What’s been their worst complication?
Inge van Lotsringen, a reader anonymously asked for her advice about finding a great plastic surgeon. File image
‘Use your gut instinct. Are you comfortable talking to them? Do they listen and offer options or rush you?
‘Ensure you feel the same at your second meeting, after you’ve had a “cooling off” period to think. Ask for full pricing transparency, but do not choose on price or “deals”.
‘Don’t opt for someone who’s part of a large chain of clinics (there’s often a “hard sell”). Websites such as Doctify and RealSelf can help you learn more about them.
‘If anything feels off, restart the process with another surgeon until you feel 100 per cent secure with your choice!’
Inge van Lotringen (pictured) shared tips from consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Theo Nanidis – including don’t opt for someone who’s part of a large chain of clinics and research the surgeons work
Email your questions to Ingeborg van Lotringen, Author of Great Skin inge@dailymail.co.uk