A lot of the punditry class likes to bemoan how our society seems to be “obsessed” with good looks. The real problem is with using that word “obsession.” In reality, wanting to look good is pretty much wired into our DNA. At our core level, we want to look our best to attract members of the opposite sex; its how our species is meant to survive!
Looking good goes hand in hand with feeling good. It is also true that there are a handful of folks who have been blessed with exquisite genetics: they’re going to look good no matter what time of the day or night it is. For many of the rest of us, we need to help “nature” along with diet, exercise and yes, perhaps plastic surgery. Instead of considering plastic surgery as something only a vain person might indulge in, think of it as the perfect solution for adding the finishing touches on the “perfect you.”
What Are Your Plastic Surgery Goals?
Everyone, even the top fashion models, have something about their physical appearance that they would like to change. Whether that is through breast augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction or wrinkle removal plastic surgery can offer up the possibility of rectifying those imperfections.
During your initial consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon you’ll be present with several options as to what to expect with a cosmetic procedure. This is especially true if you are thinking about such things as breast enlargement or rhinoplasty to smooth out your nose. With these types of procedures you might have the opportunity to assess a virtual “before and after” appearance. While it might not be exact, these after images will closely resemble what you will look like. Ask yourself if this is the look you’re going for. If so, then the next step should be to weigh all the pros and cons associated with plastic surgery.
Pros of Plastic Surgery
Naturally, improving the shape of your body or reducing the impact of aging to your face would be top of the list of the benefits of a cosmetic procedure. Along with those improvements can come the kind of confidence that could enhance your relationships and your workplace standing. People who feel good about themselves tend to be more outgoing. This translates into becoming more socially active as well as confident enough to ask the boss for that long overdue raise!
Thanks to advancements in the field, many plastic surgery procedures have been developed to minimize the invasive nature of the operation and post-op pain. There will still be a regulated recovery period but most pain and swelling can be managed by following the guidelines of your cosmetic surgeon. Today, wide arrays of available procedures are classified as “out-patient.”
Risks of Plastic Surgery
To engage in plastic surgery is to alter your body. In many ways, there might be no “going back.” As with any type of medical procedure there are risks associated to plastic surgery, especially if your procedure will require anesthesia. You’ll want to make sure you review all aspects of your potential procedure with your doctor. Let him walk you through the worst case scenario that way you’ll be making a fully informed decision about moving forward.
As you consider changing your outward appearance you should also give an equal amount of introspection to your inner emotional needs. Just because plastic surgery might provide you with the kind of body shape you have always desired doesn’t automatically guarantee you’ll feel completely better about yourself. Overall, the vast majority of cosmetic surgery patients are completely satisfied with their procedures but it might take a bit of an adjustment period for you to get used to the “new you.”
