Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Hughes - How to Select Your Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Kenneth Benjamin Hughes is a Harvard-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Kenneth Hughes has built a fully accredited, state-of-the-art surgery center in which he performs a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeries. Dr. Kenneth Hughes performs tummy tuck, Brazilian... more
Find Surgeons from Reputable Schools
Plastic surgeons should be fully trained with at least 3 years of plastic surgery residency after general surgery. Look for schools like Harvard with a rigorous selection process.
Look for Before and After Photos
Utilize before and after photos to determine the quality you can expect from your surgeon. Does the plastic surgeon have hundreds of photos? Do they represent the procedure?
Look for Surgical Videos
Look at surgical videos to both improve your understanding and to help set expectations. Sometimes a video can explain visually what words cannot. This is helpful for patients.
Look for Positive Reviews
If the plastic surgeon has many positive reviews by patients who have multiple entries with pictures and specifics, this can help the patient make an informed decision as well.
Board Certified in Plastic Surgery
The plastic surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or ABPS. This is the only certifying board, and the others are of no consequence.
Look for Volume of Cases Performed
A plastic surgeon who has performed hundreds or thousands of the procedures that interest you will give you the best result, whether that is a younger or older surgeon.
A Responsive Plastic Surgeon
A plastic surgeon who will respond to your emails personally is a very rare thing, especially after surgery. Look for a plastic surgeon with a track record of responsiveness.
The Type of Surgery You Want
Many patients look for plastic surgeons who advertise as specialists for one or two procedures. Looking at the before and after pictures can provide clues for the volume of cases.
