With the advance in medical technology and an explosion in interest in cosmetic procedures, there’s been an explosion in the number of clinics offering cosmetic services.
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The reality is that some of these clinics are not well set up, the people working in them are not properly trained, and it’s very hard for patients to know the difference. A huge increase in complications associated with cosmetic procedures has prompted a renewed push for increased regulation in the cosmetic sector (which we welcome), to weed out unqualified and dodgy operators.
When considering any cosmetic treatment, it is vital to consult with a registered doctor who has extensive experience in cosmetic medicine.
It is essential to do your research and find a cosmetic doctor who can perform treatments both effectively and safely. It is important that you have a thorough consultation with your practitioner, discussing their clinical experience, discussing the treatment plan, the risks involved with treatment, and how these are to be avoided or managed if they were to occur.
What questions should I ask before I have a cosmetic treatment?
There are many things to consider before you have a cosmetic treatment. You should consider asking your cosmetic practitioner some general questions about what is involved and what the risks may be.
You should also consider asking the practitioner performing the procedure some more specific questions, such as:
- What are your qualifications?
- How many times have you performed this procedure, and how often do you do it?
- What are the risks of this procedure?
- How many people have experienced complications when you have performed this procedure and what were they?
- Are there any alternative options to this procedure?
- What medicines, medical devices or other health products are being used?
- What care will I need after the procedure and who will give it?
- What will it cost and what do those costs cover?
Don’t be shy about asking questions and discussing your concerns with your medical practitioner. Make sure you get a full explanation of the anticipated results and what you can expect after the procedure. If you are unsure, seek a second opinion.
How can I choose a qualified cosmetic doctor?
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has a register of qualified medical practitioners in Australia.
You can search the AHPRA database for a particular doctor by name to confirm that your practitioner is registered and which specialty he is registered in. Doctor O’Gorman is registered with AHPRA in Australia and the GMC in the UK.
The AHPRA register will also tell you if your doctor is facing any serious disciplinary action.
What to expect when you see Dr O’Gorman
When you book a consultation or treatment with Doctor O’Gorman, you can be confident you will be seeing a highly qualified specialist with nearly 30 years of postgraduate medical experience.
Doctor O’Gorman performs all consultations, treatments and reviews, giving each of his patients his full attention.
Starting with a one-on-one consultation before your treatment, Doctor O’Gorman will assess your health and medical history, identify any risk factors and address any concerns you may have about your procedure. He will consider your aesthetic desires and examine your unique facial anatomy before recommending a treatment tailored to your needs.
Doctor O’Gorman uses advanced techniques and a unique aesthetic vision to deliver results that are beautiful and long-lasting. His visual brain focuses on symmetry, contours, angles, and profiles.
With a keen knowledge of the important anchor points, he is able to achieve more with less when it comes to anti-wrinkle and dermal filler injections. This trademark approach – along with the safety of his procedures – has earned him consistently high client satisfaction results.
For a natural enhancement, correction, and restoration, Dr O’Gorman truly is the cosmetic expert you can trust.