I chose Dr. Nugent for my breast implant change because of her reputation as a skilled surgeon, and while I am satisfied with the aesthetic quality of the surgical result, I feel that the consultation process left much to be desired. I’m sharing this review in the hope that it helps future patients approach their consultations more effectively.
During my initial consultation, we agreed to change implants with a noticeable increase in size, in Nora’s words, but not too big. When I mentioned that another doctor had recommended 500cc implants, Dr. Nugent advised that they would be “too big” and recommended 440cc instead. While I appreciated her expertise, I wanted to ensure her recommendation would achieve the results I envisioned. To gain clarity, I scheduled a second consultation with my husband present so we could both understand the reasoning behind her recommendation.
During this meeting, we raised concerns that 440cc might not create a significant enough change compared to my previous implant size of 325cc. We asked for visual aids or comparative photos to help us understand the likely outcome, but these requests were dismissed, with Dr. Nugent saying they would not be useful. Despite our reservations, I trusted her expert opinion and proceeded with her recommended size.
Now that I’ve seen the results, I feel the change is more subtle than I had envisioned, and I wish I had been provided with better tools during the consultation to validate her recommendations or explore other options. While the surgical result is technically sound and aesthetically pleasing, it does not align with the noticeable change I had hoped for.
Dr. Nugent is undoubtedly a highly skilled surgeon, but I believe the consultation process could be improved to better accommodate patients’ concerns and provide clearer evidence for the recommendations made. For anyone considering surgery, I would strongly advise asking for visual comparisons, challenging recommendations when necessary, and ensuring you feel fully confident and aligned with the proposed plan before proceeding.