what would you say would be the most important questions to ask during a skype/ phone/ in person consult with a surgeon

i would ask how long is the surgery, and how do they cut. also if they have any sort of special after treatment for swelling (min did every other day.) also for how long will you get pain meds. how often will you see the, for fallow ups. can they show you any before and after pics or allow you to meet other people who have done the surgery (mine did alot of the last two).

I think any and all questions you can come up with are important. Remember, this is your face we're talking about here so it's best to get as much information as you can.

Some questions that come to mind....

1. Are you board certified?
2. Do you have before and after photos I can look at?
3. Any prior patients I can talk to?
4. How much years experience?
5. What techniques are used?

Etc.....

Good luck.

6. What emergency services do they have "in case" and are there personnel trained in handling an emergency?
7. What procedures do you recommend and why?
8. Do you have a virtual program so I can get some idea how I will look afterward?

I would suggest you don't let the surgeon steer you in any direction that makes you feel uncomfortable.  And if you feel you are being pressured or "sold" on anything, it's time to end the call.  This your face, your calling card, so to speak.  You need to find out everything you can and make all the decisions without pressure.