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If you feel that you were too hastily put together by Mother Nature that she overlooked some of the finer details, or perhaps an accident did a lot of damage that needs to be put right; or you just feel you need a little help from science to boost your self-confidence, then you might want to consider plastic surgery.
There are basically two types of plastic surgery. One type is reconstructive surgery which is done to improve the function or appearance of an abnormal body part such as in cases of people with birth defects, or those suffering from damage caused by an accident or ageing. Often, surgery of this type is covered by health insurance policies. The other type is cosmetic surgery which involves reconstruction work on a normal body part with the purpose of improving the way it looks. With this type of plastic
surgery, patients expect an improvement in their self-confidence as a result of the cosmetic change.
There are many different types of plastic surgery and these are: facial implant, hair replacement, ear, nose and eyelid surgery, face and forehead lift, abdominoplasty, chemical peel, dermabrasion, breast enlargement, breast lift, laser facial resurfacing, liposuction, fat or collagen injections, and male breast reduction.
If you’re convinced that it’s plastic surgery you need, then here are some things you should do:
- Write down the pros and cons of having plastic surgery and make sure it’s really what you want.
- Check whether the surgery you want is covered by your health insurance.
- Find a plastic surgeon who has undergone proper training, is experienced, and is certified by the relevant authority such as the British Society of Plastic Surgeons or BSPS. Ask for recommendations from people you trust.
- Write down all your questions and concerns and arrange for a consultation. Discuss everything on your list with your doctor.
- Check out the place where your surgery will be performed (a private clinic, hospital or freestanding surgery center) and find out the conditions/privileges that you’ll have there
- Be aware that during the surgery you may have one of the three types of anesthesia: local, general or a combination of local and a sedation (which means you will still be awake but feel very relaxed).
- Make sure to follow all your doctor’s instructions pre and post-surgery.
- Understand that healing takes time so don’t rush things. Be ready to spend time readjusting to the changes.
- Before using cosmetics for covering, be sure to first ask permission from your doctor.
- Keep in mind that other types of surgeries, plastic surgery involves some uncertainty and risks so think it over twice, thrice or even more if it’s really for you.
When you are 100% convinced that it is the only solution you want, then by all means, do it!
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days, plastic surgery to correct a real or perceived imperfection or to eliminate the signs of ageing, has become quite common. It used to be that plastic surgery was only used for medical purposes such as to repair structural damage caused by an accident or to correct a congenital defect.
The term “plastikos” is a Greek word which can be translated into “to form”, “to mold”. This word was chosen because what this type of surgery does is reshape parts of the body with the purpose of improving their appearance as well as increasing their functionality.
Reconstructive surgery deals with abnormalities such as birth defects, and problems resulting from accidents, diseases and ageing. Cosmetic surgery on the other hand, involves the reshaping of an existing part of the body, keeping close to its original form but with the aim of enhancing or improving its appearance.
Many people are attracted to the idea of looking better by going under the knife because the results are instant and when the surgery is well done, the results can really be amazing. Aside from this people believe that an improved appearance would boost their self-confidence allowing them to feel good.
There are several types of plastic surgeries that are designed to make you look younger and these include:
- abdominoplasty or tummy tuck: takes out the excess fat in the abdomen and tightens the muscles of the abdominal wall
- liposuction: literally sucks out excess fat from various parts of the body
- breast enlargement: increases the size of the breast through the use of implants
- breast lift: involves the removal of excess skin, the reshaping and raising of the breast to restore its youthful lift and firmness
- ear reshaping: involves the reduction in size of the ears; this surgery is performed only on individuals between the ages of 4 and 14
- eyelid surgery: involves the removal of skin, fat and sometimes muscles from the upper and lower eyelids
- nose reshaping or rhinoplasty: involves altering the size of the nose to make it more proportional to the rest of the face, or to improve the angle between it and the upper lip; this surgery is also done to correct breathing problems
- face and forehead lift: this involves the redrapping of the skin and the removal of excess fat to take away that sagging look which is a result of ageing; this surgery is usually performed on individuals above the age of 40
- facial implant: this surgery aims to improve the contour or the face or make a particular part more proportional to the rest of the face by reshaping it through the use of implants
- laser facial resurfacing: the outer skin ,particularly around the eyes and mouth is vaporized in order to encourage the formation of a new layer
- injections with fat or collagen: diminishes the visibility of wrinkles by injecting them with fat or collagen
- Botox injections: induced paralysis of muscles in the face in order to eliminate frown lines, crow’s feet (around the eye area) and forehead lines
- chemical peel, dermabrasion: the removal of skin layers in order to make wrinkles less visible and to allow the growth of a new layer
According to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons or BAAPS, the number of plastic surgeries is steadily increasing in the U.K. Among women breast enlargement surgery, face lifts, Botox injections, and eye surgery are popular while men go for nose reshaping and the reduction of chest fat.
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Plastic surgeryis both a blessing and a bane. When it comes to medical cases, such as in the correction of a birth defect or damage repair resulting from an accident, no questions are raised as to its necessity. However, when the purpose is purely cosmetic, one needs to first weigh the pros and cons of plastic surgery before making the decision to undergo the procedure. If you are one of those who are considering to plastic surgery to improve your looks, read on.
The most significant advantage of plastic surgery is its emotional and psychological effect on the individual. If you have a realistic expectation of the result of the surgery, then you would feel good about yourself. The change in your appearance, whether it is the removal of ageing signs or damage caused by illness, acne scars from infection, or the reshaping of an inherited abnormality, will give your self-esteem a much needed boost.
You will experience an increase in your self-confidence enabling you to better interact with others. You would feel more attractive because you believe that you have become beautiful to look at.
As much as these things are important, undergoing plastic surgery also has disadvantages and these include:
- It is expensive and is not always covered by health insurance
- Healing and recovery takes time. You would not be able to go about your normal activities and attend to your responsibilities for quite a while.
- Its side-effects include pain, infection and scarring.
- There are risks involved which may lead to complications.
- Depending on the type of surgery performed, you may have to stay in the hospital for a period of time or you may have to get extra help with the housework when you go home.
- If your expectations are not met, you will be disappointed with the final result and regret having gone through the whole thing.
- The surgery can bring negative consequences. For instance, after liposuction, your body might react by recreating its fat deposits in some other part of your body such as the back of the knees; or if you had a dermabrasion or chemical peel, your skin might become ultra-sensitive to the sun something which is not only inconvenient but will require a drastic change in lifestyle especially if you love being outdoors.
If you are unhappy about the way you look, plastic surgery is not the only answer. Keep in mind that it is still a surgery with all the risks and possible complications as other surgeries, not to mention the cost of money involved. These are all very real issues that you must ponder on before making that final decision on whether you really need plastic surgery or not.
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Botox injections are very popular these days among people who want to remedy the signs of ageing. Botox is a purified form of type A botulinum toxin. It is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum which is a bacterium that can cause problems such as gastrointestinal distress and muscle weakness among others.
The botulinum toxin was first used to treat certain types of facial paralysis, spasms and other nerve disorders. Eventually specialists noticed that a small amount of botulinum toxin can cause local paralysis of muscles which are responsible for the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. When it happened, the skin became smoother.
This exciting discovery has led to the development of botox which is now used in cosmetics. It is a product free from harmful bacteria, is more affordable compared to the others, has fewer side effects, and can be used as needed.
Botox is injected into the muscles that create facial lines and works by blocking the release of acetycholine which is the chemical that transmits impulses from the nerve ending to the muscles. These muscles then cease to contract thereby softening the wrinkles and giving the skin a more natural and youthful look. The results become visible within 3-5 days after injecting. Botox injections are administered to what are called “target” zones which include the forehead, the eyebrows, the area around the eyes, and the bridge of the nose. These are the areas in the face where wrinkles become particularly prominent. Botox injections are not performed around the mouth however because it would interfere with activities such as eating, smiling and laughing.
Here are the advantages of getting botox injections:
- The whole procedure does not take long. There is also no need for anesthesia and the patient can resume his or her normal activities within a very short period of time after the treatment.
- The effects become visible within 3-5 days and lasts for 3-4 months.
- The treatment can be safely repeated and in time its effects will start to last longer.
- It can help lessen sweating when injected in small amounts into the underarm skin or skin on the palms and soles of the hand or foot.
- It gives the skin a better overall appearance making the patients look much younger than they actually are.
The side-effects of botox injections include:
- Pain and bruising in the injected area.
- Rare cases of paralysis or weakness of the muscles in the surrounding area where botox was administered.
- Temporary headaches
- Drooping of the eyelid (as reported by less than 1% of patients)
With the proper shot technique and extra precaution, some of these side-effects can be remedied. Remember that the area of injection should not be exercised or massaged for 4 hours after botox has been administered.
The following are the serious disadvantages of botox:
- It does not allow you to fully revel in all your emotions because part of the face does not function normally. This condition thus forces you to act in an unnatural manner.
- The fact that some parts of the face are “frozen”, the brain sends the impulses to other muscles causing wrinkles to develop in untreated areas in the face.
The good news is that disadvantages are not common and because of this, the number of people choosing to opt for this remedy against ageing, albeit temporary, continues to rise.
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