subject: Reasons to consider cosmetic surgery [print this page] Cosmetic surgery used to be a luxury of the rich and famous, back when procedures were expensive and less refined. However, recent years have seen cosmetic surgery become ever more affordable and accepted in all walks of life, among both men and women looking to improve their appearance or boost their career prospects.
While cosmetic surgery should not always be viewed as the answer to body issues, especially for people suffering from weight problems or body dysmorphia, who may have an unrealistic or exaggerated view of their physical appearance, it can be a highly effective way to correct perceived faults or parts of your body you simply think could look better.
There's only so much that exercise and a healthy diet can do, and even if you have a toned body and good complexion, the presence of loose skin or an oversized nose or ears could be impeding your desire to attain your ideal appearance.
While it's true that cosmetic surgery is a more involved matter than simply buying a skincare product or getting a manicure, for many people the procedures are becoming a normal part of their beauty regime. This is especially the case for non surgical treatments such as Botox, dermal fillers and laser hair removal, which are minimally invasive and can even be carried out during a lunch hour, with little to no recovery time required.
This greater availability of cosmetic surgery comes in response to procedures being ever better understood and accepted among the general public, especially with many celebrities going on the record to state their love of the treatments. Today's men have role models too, in the form of celebrities like Simon Cowell and Gordon Ramsay, helping to break the stigma of cosmetic surgery being exclusively the domain of women.
Cosmetic surgery clinics are now becoming a common sight in many areas, from Botox clinics on London high streets to cosmetic surgery Ireland clinics in upmarket areas of Dublin. However, this greater availability does carry the risk of patients unknowingly choosing less reputable providers for the delicate treatments, which often carry great risks in the form of poor results and complications further down the line.
If you're thinking about cosmetic surgery, check whether your local clinic features on national registers and is approved by medical authorities. Budget cosmetic surgery providers may be tempting due to their lower price, but procedures are frequently carried out by non-professionals, who may not provide the necessary consultation and after care that are required to help patients decide whether surgery is right for them, and to help with their recovery afterwards.
