When Being Different Attracts Not-So-Special Attention Good Morning America recently featured the rising number of teenagers seeking cosmetic surgery as a means to avoid bullying. Take the case of Samantha Shaw, a seven-year-old who had undergone otoplasty, an ear augmentation procedure that brings one’s ears closer to the head. Before her corrective surgery, Samantha’s ears slightly protrude from the sides of her head. Samantha’s mom resorted to cosmetic surgery to help her daughter deal with bullies. You will be surprised to know that Samantha’s otoplasty is not uncommon at all. Frustrated and tired of being the target of bullies, high school student Erica Morgo broke her nose on purpose just so her parents would allow her to have rhinoplasty. In Scotland, parents of nine-year-old Jay Paine, had to give in to their son’s request to have a mole removed from his face. Said mole induced intense bullying from their son’s peers. Welcome to Nip-tuck 2.0. Samantha, Erica and Jay are representatives of a growing market minority in the industry of cosmetic surgery. These kids and their parents believe that cosmetic surgery would provide the much sought after solution to their bullying problems. American Society of Plastic Surgery reported that in 2010, just over 218,000 teenagers had cosmetic surgery. Additionally, the group also noted an alarming 30% increase of procedures solely done to teenagers over the past 10 years. Bullying is a societal dilemma that most communities experience.Although acts occur between adults, bullying is more prevalent between children and teens. Individuals who experienced incessant bullying are said to develop mental and emotional distress like depression and low self-esteem, according to...
The wedding day is an important celebration for the bride and groom. Promising to eternally stand by one person is quite a milestone. The soon-to-be newlyweds would naturally want to look beautiful and handsome for this special day, especially since they would be the center of attention. Nowadays, with the numerous cosmetic enhancement procedures, it is possible for women and men to get drastic forms of wedding makeovers. One Year Out: Begin Skin Care and Major Surgical Planning Skin enhancement requires much time. The total treatment time for heavy skin problems might equal to one year. Procedures such as dermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing, and chemical peels need to be done a number of times to give the best results. To supplement these treatments, skin care and maintenance routines should be started as early as now. For people who want to change something drastic in their appearance, the best way might be cosmetic surgery. Before weddings, brides and grooms can go for surgical operations such as facelifts, liposuction, and body contouring processes. Many brides also choose to undergo breast augmentation. The results of these treatments may take a while to manifest. Additionally, the recovery period for these procedures can be time-consuming. For these reasons, the treatments must be scheduled three to six months before the actual day. Non-Surgical Enhancements for a Wedding-Ready Glow Not all wedding cosmetic treatments involve surgery. Non-invasive options like laser facials, chemical peels, dermal fillers, and HydraFacial sessions are excellent choices for brides and grooms who want visible results with minimal downtime. These treatments help reduce acne scars, even skin tone, and create a radiant complexion...
Understanding Medical Boards in Cosmetic Surgery Medical Boards are an exclusive assembly of practitioners that only accepts as members medical doctors who have demonstrated a level of competency, ethical conduct, and have fulfilled other requirements that meet the standards of the organization. Members of these boards are trusted by the public, and have a better access to a better career development. MDs, whether they are specialists or primary care physicians, are able to remain part of these boards for as long as they meet the requirements. Of course, there are different qualifications per medical board. All members are guaranteed to have at least met minimal amount of knowledge and skill to be deemed ‘competent’ by the board. The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) For doctors who are qualified to obtain membership in various medical boards, one of the most outstanding medical boards today is the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). This organization is a respected group that heavily considers credentials such as number of years rendered in school, the years of practice, area of specialization, license, programs completed, and a special set of certifications. The Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) In the meantime, the Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) is in charge of regulating the flow of surgeons preparing to take the board examination on whichever specialization they wish to pursue. Their activities often include promoting programs at universities, supporting volunteer groups, and preparing the board exam itself. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and Its Educational Arm Specialists who qualify in performing plastic surgeries in cosmetic and rehabilitative surgery...
We all know that a great education, a strong work history, solid references, and a polished interview experience can help land that dream job. However, what happens when 50 or 100 other people have the same qualities? Human resources must use some other criteria to decide. It seems reasonable that they may choose a potential employee based on their appearance in face, in body, or both. But is it really reasonable? Will cosmetic surgery help job hunters land jobs? Does Your Appearance Affect Your Salary? Researchers have asked this very question and published the results in the Journal of Labor Economics and other peer-reviewed journals. While beauty may be in the eye of the Beholder, it is in the eye of the boss, too. Very attractive people earn about 10 percent more annually than their homely colleagues. It is not just about the money, either. Pretty people get promotions over unpretty (less pretty, what is the kind phrase here?) employees. It is not fair at all—but it happens. The question that remains is if there is a link between job seekers and cosmetic surgery, especially in the current state of the economy. Cosmetic Surgery as a Career Investment Just as individuals invest in wardrobe upgrades, professional training, and certifications, some are now viewing cosmetic surgery as a career investment. Procedures like laser skin resurfacing, liposuction, or even smile makeovers with cosmetic dentistry are increasingly being considered by professionals aiming to improve their confidence during interviews and networking opportunities. This trend is especially noticeable among individuals over 40 re-entering the workforce or competing with younger applicants in youth-driven industries. While...
There has always been a common misconception amongst people that travel in general does a person much good. Lately, this has been taken literally with the advent of medical tourism. This refers to traveling across borders for the purpose of health care. A medical tourist may get any kind of procedure. The most common procedures medical tourists have include bypass surgery, joint replacement, and cosmetic surgery. Best Countries for Medical Tourism in 2024 When it comes to choosing the best countries for medical tourism, affordability is only part of the equation. Countries like Thailand, India, Mexico, and Turkey are highly sought after for their advanced hospitals, internationally certified surgeons, and competitive pricing. For cosmetic surgery abroad, these destinations have established reputations for quality care and recovery-friendly environments. Many medical tourists report savings of up to 70% compared to procedures in the U.S., while still receiving world-class treatment in accredited facilities. Facts and Statistics It is estimated that at least 1 million Americans travel overseas annually seeking medical attention. Current estimates show that the medical tourism industry is worth approximately $20 billion. The four most common reasons people give for going abroad in order to seek medical attention are: • that facilities in other countries are more technologically advanced; • patients believe that healthcare quality is better elsewhere; • it is their opinion that their medical needs will be attended to more quickly abroad; and • medical services in other countries are cheaper. Parts of the globe that are currently doing well in the medical tourism industry include; Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, India, South Africa, Latin America, and Mexico. Planning Your...
Dallas is the third largest city in Texas and is the primary economic center in its metropolitan area. It began as railroad city with strong cotton and oil industries. Today its economy has diversified into the fields of banking, commerce, computer technology, energy, telecommunications, and transportation. In fact, the city hosts many Fortune 500 companies, including AT&T and Texas Instruments. Cosmetic Surgery in Dallas Dallas has become one of the most sought-after cities in Texas for cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures. The city’s reputation for innovation and high medical standards attracts patients from across the state and the country. Whether you’re looking for subtle enhancements or major transformations, board-certified Dallas plastic surgeons offer advanced treatments using the latest technology. Popular procedures include breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks, and facial rejuvenation treatments such as Botox and dermal fillers. Dallas also has a successful cosmetic surgery market with a variety of services being offered in the area such as: Face Lift – Drooping eyelids, sagging cheeks, laugh lines, and deep wrinkles are just a few of the facial blemishes that really show your age. Instead of waiting weeks for a cream or ointment to make them disappear, you can have a face lift instead. It’s a fast and effective procedure that removes the telltale signs of age, leaving you looking young and beautiful once more. Chemical Skin Peeling – There are many different ways to remove skin blemishes, but probably none as effective as chemical skin peeling. This is a cosmetic procedure that uses chemicals that go deep into your skin to remove damaged cells and tissue. The dead, blemished skin...
When people think about cosmetic surgery, they usually associate it with procedures that rejuvenate the skin, modify certain facial features, or operations that perfect a person’s body shape and figure. Now, a certain type of cosmetic surgery also caters to an area of the human body few people may pay attention to; the human foot. It may come as a surprise to most that a large number of people have issues with their feet. Some do not like the way their feet look, while others may be suffering from joint pains in the foot. According to statistics, about 50 percent of Americans have troubles with their feet. Luckily, though, there are now different kinds of foot surgery (or podiatric surgery) to solve such problems. Different Types of Foot Surgery Following are the most common types of podiatric surgery that are performed either for cosmetic reasons or for restorative purposes: Bunion surgery, or bunionectomy – A bunion is a bump protruding at the side of the base of the big toe. This bump is the result of the big toe’s joint angling towards the second toe. This may cause a person pain and discomfort as the joint becomes swollen should the bunion worsen. A bunion surgery removes the protruding bump by extracting a piece of bone from the big toe’s joint. This will stop the big toe from angling further towards the second toe. Hammertoes – a hammertoe is a deformity of the toes’ joints. It makes the toes look like claws. Needless to say, this affects how shoes fit. This can also keep the person from walking comfortably as...
Minimally Invasive Procedures Lead the Way Relatively speaking, cosmetic surgery has held its own in a down economy. Rough estimates show that the trend in the number of procedures in 2010 is not that far below numbers in 2009 and 2008. What has changed is that patients are opting for less invasive procedures like wrinkle relaxing and dermal fillers rather than tummy tucks and facelifts. The procedures are less expensive, sure, but the time away from work is also a lot less. People that are employed are working harder and more efficiently than they did a few years ago because of the economic environment. BOTOX still tops the list as the most frequently performed procedure although dermal fillers are gaining ground. If it can improve the look of the skin on the face, does not cost too much (relatively speaking) and can be done in an hour or so, people are clamoring for it. Chemical peels and microdermabrasion are examples of fast skin rejuvenation procedures that are still hot in 2010. Cosmetic Surgical Procedures The major invasive procedures, on the other hand, are not quite as popular as they were a few years ago. Breast augmentation, nose reshaping and blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) still top the list, but the numbers of procedures perform have seen a decline in 2009 and 2010. Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and liposuction (all locations) round out the list of the top five invasive cosmetic surgery procedures. These “Big Ten” procedures, especially the non-invasive procedures, have sustained popularity despite a depressed economy. Experts suggest though, that as state taxes on cosmetic procedures are passed and take effect,...
Celebrities have set trends in fashion and hairstyles for decades. People see a style of clothes or hair worn by a glamorous celebrity, rock star, or debutante and soon a quarter of the country has to have the new look. What is less clear is whether people try to emulate celebrities’ actual faces and bodies. Can a celebrity’s physical appearance be copied? The answer may surprise you. Who Wants to Look Like a Celebrity? …Apparently most people that seek cosmetic surgery. A recent survey of plastic surgeons performed at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery shows that as many as half of all cosmetic surgery patients described their wishes in terms of a famous person. In other words they asked the cosmetic surgeon to give them a facial feature or body type of a well known actress, actor or musician. Not only do we crave to learn as much as we can about the rich, beautiful and famous, apparently many of us want to look just like them. Can Cosmetic Surgery Give You the Face and Body of a Celebrity? …Yes and no. While talented plastic surgeons can create works of art with the human form and do some amazing and incredible transformations, there are limits to what can be done. In one respect when a person requests a certain facial feature—like Angelina Jolie’s lips or a Jennifer Lopez derriere—the cosmetic surgeon has a fairly specific template from which to follow. While much of cosmetic surgery is about envisioning and trying to attain an ideal feature, when a patient requests to have a feature that can...
As you age, wrinkles, deep creases, and sagging skin appear on your face. Most people try to regain their youthful appearance by undergoing cosmetic surgery. Facelifts are able to cut, trim, and stretch your facial skin to make it smooth and wrinkle-free. But of course, surgery isn’t for everybody. Facelifts may be fast and effective but they carry the risk of scarring, swelling, and infection. You also have to worry about the time it will take you to recover. Losing a week or two from work just to heal up is not a viable option for everyone, especially those who are the family breadwinners. Thankfully, there are non-surgical alternatives, one of the most promising of which; injectable dermal fillers. Juvéderm is a popular brand of filler. It is injected under your skin through a syringe with a very fine needle. As its name implies, the filler “fills in” the space under your skin and raises it up so that the wrinkles on your face disappear. It has the effect of a facelift without necessitating incisions and removal of tissue. Another way to use injectable fillers is for enhancement of specific facial features. Juvéderm facial filler can be used on the cheek, chin, brow, eyelids, nose area, and even your lips to alter their shape. The effect is subtle yet effective, resulting in a more balanced and a mores proportioned face. One big advantage of Juvéderm treatment is the lack of pain. Because the needle used is so fine, most people don’t even feel it being inserted. If you want to play it safe, you can always ask the cosmetic...
