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Questions I should have asked
Here are a few questions you want to ask a plastic surgeon you’re considering:
Can I see before and after photos of reconstructions you’ve performed?
What will my breasts look and feel like after reconstruction?
How much experience do you have?
Do you have experience operating on women of colour?
How long will the surgery and recovery be for each type of reconstruction I’m considering?
What scarring can I expect?
Outside of NHS
Do you accept health insurance?
Do you accept my insurance?
Which phone calls and paperwork related to getting my surgery covered by insurance will your office handle, and which am I expected to handle.
This information is provided by Breastcancer.org.
