Stein Plastic Surgery Offers Advice to Those Considering Facial Cosmetic Surgery

Raleigh, NC, December 22, 2010 --(PR.com)-- The idea that 'gravity always wins' is an axiom that most plastic surgeons would probably agree with. There is no argument against the effects that age and the constant tug from the earth have on our bodies. Ask a facial plastic surgeon if they believe that it is important to do research when looking for a surgeon to do surgery on your face, and they would agree. Dr. Adam Stein, M.D., is a facial plastic surgeon in Raleigh who not only believes that this is true, he tells it to each of his patients. He has recently recommended an informative video about facial plastic surgery that will explain to potential patients the importance of research when looking for a facial plastic surgeon.

Dr. Stein is a facial plastic surgeon who believes passionately that, while facial plastic surgery is a medical procedure, it is also a decision that needs to be thoroughly researched. This research starts with the potential patient deciding if they are really a candidate for facial plastic surgery. The first step in this process is an evaluation of emotional frame of mind.

Dr. Stein encourages potential patients to take a good, honest look at themselves and their expectations. Dr. Stein explains that it is helpful for an individual to analyze their face and identify what they consider to be their best and their worst features. "I encourage patients to perform an evaluation of their facial features because it helps prepare them for the dialogue that they will open with their facial plastic surgeon," said Dr. Stein. He continued, "The best time to perform this evaluation is at night. The face is generally swollen in the morning due to water retained during sleep."

This evaluation is an important step because Dr. Stein believes that, in facial plastic surgery, less is truly more. Dr. Stein explains that patients will generally find that one minor adjustment through a nose correction or gentle face lift can have a huge impact on the overall appearance of the face. He also encourages patients to embrace small imperfections or family features. Dr. Stein warns about focusing too much on symmetry and perfection. Too much facial plastic surgery aimed at eliminating all imperfections results in a lifeless, inhuman look.

Perhaps the most important aspect of research that needs to be done while a patient is considering having facial plastic surgery is their doctor. Facial plastic surgery is one of the few areas in medicine where results of the operation other than the patient's health and safety are paramount concerns of both the facial plastic surgeon and the patient.

Dr. Stein encourages those considering facial plastic surgery to pay particular attention to certification of the plastic surgeon. He recommends only visiting doctors who have been certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery ( ABFPRS). Dr. Stein is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery which is the world's largest specialty association for facial plastic surgery.

"People do more research when looking at a home or buying a computer than they would for looking into choosing a doctor" notes Dr. Stein. "I wish I could say that this is an exception to the rule, but it's really not."

The results of poorly executed facial plastic surgery can be devastating for the patient and their families. This is why Dr. Stein stresses the importance of research. Whether you live in Raleigh or New Delhi, do not see a facial plastic surgeon without watching this video. The video is available, free of charge, on Dr. Stein's blog site at http://www.facialdoc.blogspot.com/ and on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssmnjdWoT7o.

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