Thinking about undergoing a cosmetic surgery procedure in the new year? Plastic surgery procedures are often booked months in advance so now is the perfect time to start planning.

• Research the procedure. Whether you want to know exactly how the procedure is performed or would rather not know the details (either is okay!), it can help to have a general understanding of the procedure you are interested in. Our website has a wealth of information for each of the surgeries we perform at Visage Facial Plastic Surgery.

• Find a plastic surgeon. Selecting a surgeon to perform your surgery is the one of most important decisions you will make regarding your procedure. Following these tips on how to choose a plastic surgeon can help you narrow down your search.

• Consider a specialist. A facial plastic surgeon will have more experience and expertise in procedures of the face & neck than a general plastic surgeon.

• Look for a board certified plastic surgeon. If you are looking for a facial plastic surgeon, make sure they are certified with the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

• Read verified reviews. Trustworthy reviews can be found on RealPatientRatings and RealSelf.

• Look at the surgeon's before & after photos of patients who have undergone the same procedure you are considering. Do they look natural? Is your desired result achievable?

• Schedule a few consultations. After narrowing down your search, you can begin to schedule phone consultations. These are essentially "screenings" to ensure that you are a candidate for your selected procedure(s). Phone consultations are followed up by an in-person consultation with the surgeon. If you are interested in scheduling a consultation at Visage Facial Plastic Surgery, use this form.

• Review office policies. Before your in-person consultation, make sure to read through the office policies so that you're aware of any fees, cancellation penalties, etc. Our office policies can be found here.

• Plan your procedure. Once your surgery is scheduled, you can start planning the details around your procedure. Most of your questions will be answered during your consultations, but you can read some tips on this page.