Thinking about scheduling a plastic surgery consultation? For many, looking at before and after photos is a major inspiration.

Photo galleries on plastic surgery websites showcase real results and give you an idea of what to expect from a procedure. The images can help you evaluate plastic surgeons’ work and understand their unique skills and talents. 

However, not all before and after pictures are created equal. Knowing what to look for can help you find a highly skilled, experienced surgeon who can deliver great results. 

Dr. Christopher Craft, a triple board-certified plastic, general, and trauma surgeon, specializes in face, body, and breast surgeries. Our Miami practice houses a certified and accredited surgical suite, so you get comprehensive care in our facility.

For many patients, the process starts when they view our photo gallery, which shows amazing results from Dr. Craft’s patients, proving his superior artistic skill in surgery.

We understand that many patients look at several websites before choosing their surgeon, which can lead to a real image overload. Today’s blog helps you view all those results with an informed eye. Read on to learn three things to consider as you look at before and after images.

1. Consistency in Lighting and Positioning

With results photos, you’re looking for an accurate representation of the patient’s outcome and the surgeon’s skill. To make sure you see those things clearly, look for:  

• Same Lighting: Photos should be taken under the same or very similar lighting conditions to avoid shadows that distort results.
• Similar Angle and Posture: The patient’s posture and camera angle should be similar before and after. Making it identical is often impossible but look for the same general stance and angle.
• Consistent Backgrounds: A major difference in the photo’s background can be distracting and make it hard to evaluate the outcome.

2. Natural and Balanced Results

Results should enhance the patient’s natural features rather than making them look like another person.

Look for symmetry and smooth contours in procedures like tummy tucks and breast augmentations. The ideal results look even, balanced, and natural. 

3. Variety of Body Types and Ages

Skilled surgeons, like Dr. Craft, have experience with a broad spectrum of patients, including various body shapes, skin types, and age groups. The surgeon may not tailor procedures to different body types if all the patients look similar.

Look for cases that match your body type to get a realistic idea of and goals to get a realistic idea of what you can achieve. 

Plastic Surgery Consultations in Miami 

Dr. Christopher Craft offers facial, body, and breast procedures emphasizing natural, beautiful results. To book your consultation in our state-of-the-art Miami, FL, office, call 305-596-9700 today.