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PROS AND CONS OF PLASTIC

SURGERY

By Madeline Fueshko

WHY THIS TOPIC?

• I have always been interested in the way we can physically change our appearance in all different ways. I wanted to get a deeper dive into how it effects people physically and mentally, and if it is worth going under the knife to gain some self-love This Photo by Unknown author is licensed under CC BY.

THE PROS OF PLASTIC SURGERY

• Some common pros are:
• Improved self confidence
• It has health benefits
• Overall increase in happiness This Photo by Unknown author is licensed under CC BY.

WHY MORE PEOPLE ARE CONSIDERING PLASTIC SURGERY

• More and more people are considering getting plastic surgery for the following reasons:
• More acceptance
• Social media
• More affordable
• Technological Advances This Photo by Unknown author is licensed under CC BY-NC.

THE BEAUTY STANDARD

• Being open about getting plastic surgery is great and it should be celebrated, but it can also take a toll on people's mental health
• Comparison is a killer and it's not hard to see someone we see online and want to look just like them.

ADDICTED TO LOOKING PERFECT

• Once some people start, they can't stop.
• People become addicted to getting surgery to try to look perfect. These people suffer with a disorder called Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
• “Body dysmorphic disorder only affects about 1% to 2% of the general population but has been found to be up to 15 times more prevailant in those seeking plastic surgery.” - Jena Hillard

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF IT'S RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Everyone wants to look good but remember that plastic surgery is not easy to be un-done. So, make sure it's something that you truly want to be done.
• Also, don’t alter your body for anyone but yourself.
• Finally, remember to be realistic. Every body type is different for a reason and there is no such thing as perfect.
• “The key to finding happiness with your plastic surgical results are maintaining good communication with your Specialist Plastic Surgeon and ensuring your expectations are realistic” - Dr. Rebecca Wyten

WORKS CITED

• Hilliard, Jena. “Plastic Surgery Addiction: An Unhealthy Obsession With Perfection” https://www.addictioncenter.com/community/plast ic-surgery-addiction/ December 21, 2018
• Booth, Stephanie. “Yes, More People Are Getting Plastic Surgery, Heres Why” https://www.healthline.com/health-news/more-people-getting-plastic- surgery March 25 2019.
• AEDIT, Beauty Board. “How long Does It Really Take To Recover From Plastic Surgery?” https://aedit.com/aedition/how-long-does-it-takes-to-recover-from- cosmetic-surgery-procedures February 24, 2020
• WD Staff, Skin Care Specialists, “Average Cost Of Plastic Surgery Procedures” https://www.westlakedermatology.com/blog/average-cost-plastic- surgery-procedures/April 21, 2021