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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 8 MIN

Anesthesia anxiety and plastic surgery - How safe is it really?

from Lipstick & Lipo: Your Unfiltered Guide to Plastic Surgery · host Dr. Smita Ramanadham and Dr. Ashley Amalfi

Anesthesia anxiety is one of the most common reasons people hesitate to move forward with plastic surgery. The fear is real, but the reality is very different from what you might imagine. We're addressing the biggest concerns about going under anesthesia and explaining why modern plastic surgery in accredited facilities is remarkably safe. From what actually happens when you're under anesthesia to the credentials you should look for in your surgical team, we're breaking down everything you need to know. The truth is, if you're a healthy candidate going to an accredited surgery center or hospital with credentialed providers, the risks are incredibly low. What you'll learn: Why anesthesia anxiety is so common for elective surgery patients. The actual safety statistics for anesthesia in plastic surgery. What makes a surgery center "accredited" and why it matters. The difference between hospital and surgery center anesthesia. Who should be administering your anesthesia. Red flags to watch for when choosing a surgical facility. How closely you're monitored under anesthesia. Why healthy candidates have extremely low risk. The questions to ask about your anesthesia team. If anesthesia anxiety has been holding you back from a consultation, this episode might give you the information you need. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss the critical information that helps you make an educated decision. Connect with Dr. Smita Website Instagram Connect with Dr. Amalfi Website Instagram

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Anesthesia anxiety keeps many people from moving forward with plastic surgery. Board certified plastic surgeons address the biggest fears about going under anesthesia and explain why modern plastic surgery in accredited facilities is remarkably safe. Learn what credentials to look for, why monitoring is so thorough, and the questions to ask your surgical team.

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