Best Plastic Surgeon in New York Gives Advice on Plastic Surgery Etiquette

Online, October 17, 2012 (Newswire.com) - As plastic surgery grows in popularity, many people find themselves in situations where they're faced with having to address a plastic surgery makeover.

Dr. Elliot Heller, thought of by many as the best plastic surgeon in Manhattan, New York, offers advice to those interacting with someone who's had work done.

"Having a plastic surgery procedure is a personal experience and decision, even though it's often in public view," says Heller.

Dr. Heller's advice for onlookers:

Don't Ask if They Don't Tell
If the person doesn't initiate conversation about their procedure, asking is rude, says Mary Mitchell, author of "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Etiquette."

If aware of a procedure, showing concern for the person's well-being provides appreciated support and makes the situation more comfortable.

If the surgery result is obvious, "What's your secret" can initiate conversation without making them feel obligated, says Heller, a Manhattan breast augmentation expert.

Advice for patients:

To Tell...
Plastic surgery isn't as taboo as it once was.

People may find that sharing their experience is liberating. Sharing doesn't mean people should go around flashing their new Brazilian butt lift. Mentioning the surgery without going into full detail will do the trick.

Or Not to Tell
Keeping procedures private is fine, but surgeries with extreme results like facelifts can make initial interactions awkward for friends, family and coworkers if they're unprepared. A simple "heads up" will eliminate catching people off guard.

Camouflaging procedures such as rhinoplasty or a tummy tuck with a new haircut or outfit can throw off onlookers by convincing them their friend's stylish hairdo or fabulous pants make them look rejuvenated.

"The reasons patients come in to have work done vary," says Miller, a plastic surgeon who offers tummy tuck in Manhattan "For some, it's an experience they want to keep private; that is rewarding on a personal level. For others, the experience is liberating and should be shared with the world."

Whatever their reason, if they don't want to tell, it's polite not to ask.

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