| |
Plastic Surgery - A Risky Business
By Jeff Lakie
When most of us think of plastic surgery, we contemplate the different
things we would - or are going to - have done: that bump on the nose
smoothed down, the perky boobs put in, the fat we'll have sucked out.
But perhaps the most important question we should ask when
considering plastic surgery is not what - but rather why?
Plastic surgery is becoming an increasingly popular choice as people
realise that they no longer have to tolerate a body part that they find
aesthetically upsetting. And while the procedures involved in plastic
surgery can be as risky as having any other operation performed, the
truth is that technological advances have made having plastic surgery
easier than ever before. Within minimal time frames, patients can be up
and about again, with all manner of altered body parts, and,
theoretically at least, with exactly what they wanted. So why is it that
many plastic surgery patients are no happier after surgery than they
were before?
Plastic surgery is not a cure-all, and must not be seen as such. Many
prospective patients await anaesthesia with unrealistic expectations in
mind. And no matter how obvious an assertion it might seem, too
many patients are not grasping it fully - plastic surgery can alter our
bodies, but not the way we feel inside.
For many patients, it is not the decried body part that is the true
problem, but rather the self-perception with which it is viewed. In
other words, the wish to change a physical attribute can be a symptom
of a larger problem. While there is no doubt that many patients find
their confidence improved ten-fold after surgery, there are many other
who, without realistic expectations of what the operation would
change, simply remove their dissatisfaction from the altered body part
to a new one.
Plastic surgery changes the body, not body image. So before
considering any physical alteration, ask yourself whether your issue is
something that can only be changed from the inside out. Because
unless you are having surgery to simply change the dimensions of a
part of your body, you will be disappointed with the results. Approach
your self-perception first - you might be surprised with the
effectiveness of a little surgery to the psyche.
About the Author
Jeff Lakie is the founder of Plastic Surgery Resources a website providing information on cosmetic surgery
Article Source: http://www.simplysearch4it.com/article/6830.html
| If you wish to add the above article to your website or newsletters then please include the "Article Source: http://www.simplysearch4it.com/article/6830.html" as shown above and make it hyperlinked. |
| Some other articles by Jeff Lakie | What is asbestos?
Asbestos is a naturally-occurring substance that is mined from the
ground and woven into fibrous material. Asbestos, by its ...
Consider this when searching for a hotel
People travel for many different reasons, for business or pleasure.
When you're traveling you can find many good hotels that provide
good value ...
Things to remember when renting a hotel
Some people rarely stay at hotels and other people, like ¡°road warrior
business people¡± stay at hotels frequently. Here are some ideas from
...
Things to watch out for when buying a diamond
We've heard that diamonds are forever. But did you know that your
diamond could disappear right before your very eyes? It's true! If
you're not careful it could happen any time!
...
How to restore old jewelry
Over the years you can acquire a lot of jewelry. Some of it you may
not wear very often, while some of it might be appropriate for
everyday where. So what do you ...
Keep your jewlery safe
The best place to hide something is right in front of someone's eyes.
When you have jewelry that should be kept in a safe place, but you
don't want to spend money on ...
|
|
| |
|
