There are numerous pros and cons associated with cosmetic surgery. Benefits may include increased self-confidence, improved physical health (for example, rhinoplasty can help with respiratory problems), and even improved mental health by reducing appearance related anxiety and depression. However, there are also disadvantages to consider. Cosmetic surgical procedures can carry the risk of complications, such as infections, scarring, and even life-threatening problems, such as blood clots or complications from anesthesia.
You may not be happy with the results, which could lead to the need for additional cosmetic surgeries. In addition, these procedures can be costly and may not be covered by insurance. This is in addition to another 6.8 million reconstructive surgical treatments and more than 13 million non-surgical cosmetic treatments. For example, breast enlargement (one of the most common cosmetic procedures) has a satisfaction rate of more than 95%.
Plastic surgeons have a variety of techniques and procedures that they can use to treat various cosmetic defects. While plastic surgery can offer the desired physical transformations, it comes with inherent risks and disadvantages. Some people swear that it has changed their lives for the better, while others feel that they had unrealistic expectations about how cosmetic surgery could change their lives. You may have cosmetic surgery by a plastic surgeon, dermatologist, otolaryngologist (specialist in otolaryngology), or other people.
As with any surgical procedure, cosmetic and plastic surgery involves some medical risks, some of which are specific to each type of surgery. Additional cosmetic procedures can also be performed to remove excess skin and oil (to reveal a better contoured appearance). While cosmetic surgery can help improve a person's self-esteem or satisfaction with their appearance, it often doesn't solve the problem. While many people are convinced that plastic or cosmetic surgery will solve their problems or improve their mental health, these procedures can also worsen psychological or emotional health.
For example, a partner or spouse undergoing cosmetic surgery may struggle to adapt to change or may feel insecure or threatened. Confidence can be improved by altering the attitude of the person who is going to have cosmetic and plastic surgery. Cosmetic surgery deals solely with aesthetics and does nothing for a person's emotional and mental aspects. Evaluating cosmetic surgery as “good” or “bad” is highly subjective and depends on several factors, including a person's motivations, expectations, and potential risks.
