When patients ask, "How do I know if my procedure is successful?" it's essential to remember two key points.

First, success shouldn't hinge on others' opinions; it must come from within. Your satisfaction should not be fragile like a house of cards, easily toppled by external comments.

Second, success is about forgetting what once made you self-conscious—just like New Yorkers say, "Forget about it." Perfection only exists in AI and Photoshop, not in real life, so embrace realistic expectations.