ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., May 9, 2016 /PRNewswire/-- E! Entertainment Television's popular plastic surgery show Botched
returns May 10. With it comes a new batch of horror stories that will leave viewers shocked and even appalled by the damaging results of some people's attempts to improve their appearance.
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The show, which follows Dr. Paul Nassif and Dr. Terry Dubrow as they look to correct "botched" procedures, has shed light in recent years on the risks of having procedures done by unqualified physicians, or worse, someone who is not a physician at all.
So how does one avoid becoming one of these "botched" patients? Raja Nalluri, M.D., Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon at Clinique of Plastic Surgery in St. Petersburg, has a few tips for people looking to go under the knife.
"The most important thing you can do is research the doctor who will be performing your surgery," said Dr. Nalluri, who specializes in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, including those correcting botched procedures. "Ask about their board certification, as well as their experience performing the surgery you're considering. Experience here is key, as it will greatly increase the chances that the surgery is done safely and correctly the first time, especially if it is a complex operation."
In addition, Dr. Nalluri recommends speaking with patients who have had procedures performed by the physician within the past few years. Flipping through before-and-after photos can also help gauge the expected results of the procedure.
"People will do a ton of research when it comes to something simple like buying a t-shirt, but when it comes time to have a major procedure done, they often go with the cheaper option," said Dr. Nalluri. "Don't make this mistake when selecting a plastic surgeon. Be critical of the practice, including the physicians, staff and standards of care."
For patients exploring plastic surgery outside of the U.S., Dr. Nalluri advises highly against it.
"The problem with having a procedure done in another country is that if any complications arise in the weeks following your surgery, your physician is located a thousand miles away and isn't available for post-op care," he said. "Infections can take over the incision site and serious complications can occur if not treated by a trained professional."
For more information on Clinique of Plastic Surgery, visit www.cliniqueps.com.
About Clinique of Plastic Surgery Located in St. Petersburg, Fla., Clinique of Plastic Surgery is a highly credible provider of cosmetic revision and reconstructive surgery lead by Board Certified Plastic Surgeons Christian Drehsen, M.D., and Raja Nalluri, M.D. The practice uses sophisticated signature surgical techniques, including the revolutionary Refresher Lift and Inner-Bra Subfascial breast augmentation, which were pioneered by Dr. Drehsen to produce natural looking results.
Media Contact: Kasey Coryn True Blue Communications Email Office: (727) 726-3000 Cell: (727) 212-6720
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So how does one avoid becoming one of these "botched" patients? Raja Nalluri, M.D., Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon at Clinique of Plastic Surgery in St. Petersburg, has a few tips for people looking to go under the knife.
"The most important thing you can do is research the doctor who will be performing your surgery," said Dr. Nalluri, who specializes in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, including those correcting botched procedures. "Ask about their board certification, as well as their experience performing the surgery you're considering. Experience here is key, as it will greatly increase the chances that the surgery is done safely and correctly the first time, especially if it is a complex operation."
In addition, Dr. Nalluri recommends speaking with patients who have had procedures performed by the physician within the past few years. Flipping through before-and-after photos can also help gauge the expected results of the procedure.
"People will do a ton of research when it comes to something simple like buying a t-shirt, but when it comes time to have a major procedure done, they often go with the cheaper option," said Dr. Nalluri. "Don't make this mistake when selecting a plastic surgeon. Be critical of the practice, including the physicians, staff and standards of care."
For patients exploring plastic surgery outside of the U.S., Dr. Nalluri advises highly against it.
"The problem with having a procedure done in another country is that if any complications arise in the weeks following your surgery, your physician is located a thousand miles away and isn't available for post-op care," he said. "Infections can take over the incision site and serious complications can occur if not treated by a trained professional."
For more information on Clinique of Plastic Surgery, visit www.cliniqueps.com.
About Clinique of Plastic Surgery Located in St. Petersburg, Fla., Clinique of Plastic Surgery is a highly credible provider of cosmetic revision and reconstructive surgery lead by Board Certified Plastic Surgeons Christian Drehsen, M.D., and Raja Nalluri, M.D. The practice uses sophisticated signature surgical techniques, including the revolutionary Refresher Lift and Inner-Bra Subfascial breast augmentation, which were pioneered by Dr. Drehsen to produce natural looking results.
Media Contact: Kasey Coryn True Blue Communications Email Office: (727) 726-3000 Cell: (727) 212-6720
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