In society today, people look at beauty as a tall, skinny model or a tan, muscular man. It has brain washed the world to believe that in order to look beautiful, they must look like the images that are seen in the media. Today’s celebrities who are famous for their appearance also encourage the belief that thin is beautiful. These images are all over the media right now and have been for many years. With all of these images that are seen everywhere, a person feels obligated to look just like the people of Hollywood so they turn to cosmetic and/or weight loss surgery. Although cosmetic surgery can improve one’s self-image, it can also have a lot of disadvantages which can lead to many risks, even death.
Most people believe that having cosmetic and weight loss surgery will help solve all their problems in life. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. These surgeries come with more negatives then positives and can cause numerous long term problems for a patient. The first negative for cosmetic surgery is the pain. Most surgeries are aggressive and involve having to take several pain medications. The recovery time can be between a few weeks all the way up to at least 6 months. Depending on the procedure and how well the patient is able to tolerate pain. There have been many scenarios where the cosmetic procedure “has gone wrong”. This can leave the patient with permanent damage. These surgeries can also be extremely expensive. Other than minor procedures, most cosmetic surgeries start at four thousand dollars and only go up from there. Most insurance does not cover “surgery for cosmetic purposes”, so the patient has to come up with the entire payment, which usually leaves them in debt. There is always the negative effect of havi...
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... start realizing what true beauty is. True beauty is not a stick thin model, or a tan, muscular model. No one in the media even looks like the perfect images they portray. Just remember that not all good things come from cosmetic or weight loss surgeries. Many risks can occur during and even after the procedure is finished. Before anyone even considers undergoing one of these surgeries, they need to ask their selves, “Is it worth all the risks and dangers?” Many people would have not went through with it if they knew all the dangers that can go along with it. While looks are very important to other people, they would have these surgeries and not even care about the risks. Looks are not as important as many people think they are. Media just makes them think that way. Just think before acting on a decision, because this could be a huge decision is some people’s lives.
In today society, beauty in a woman seems to be the measured of her size, or the structure of her nose and lips. Plastic surgery has become a popular procedure for people, mostly for women, to fit in social class, race, or beauty. Most women are insecure about their body or face, wondering if they are perfect enough for the society to call the beautiful; this is when cosmetic surgery comes in. To fix what “needed” to be fixed. To begin with, there is no point in cutting your face or your body to add or remove something most people call ugly. “The Pitfalls of Plastic Surgery” explored the desire of human to become beyond perfection by the undergoing plastic surgery. The author, Camille Pagalia, took a look how now days how Americans are so obsessed
Cosmetic surgery is essentially not a bad thing. Some people suffer facial and body injuries or are born with a deformity which can only be corrected by plastic surgery. Cosmetic surgery can also be a life saver in cases of extreme obesity. However, some people-especially young females- are becoming too obsessed with their looks and body. The quest of finding the perfect body has led many to the operating table, opting for multiple cosmetic surgeries.
Having the perfect body comes at a higher price than just dollars and cents. The invasive procedure of liposuction poses many risks to the patient. There is no guarantee that the removal of fat cells is permanent. The removal of excessive fat can put the patient at risk. Doctors with little or no training can perform this cosmetic surgery in ill-equipped office settings. Other complications such as pulmonary thrombosus, lidocaine toxicidy, and imbalances of bodily fluids can lead to serious health issues. Ultimately, the highest price to pay for lipsouction is the patient paying with his or her life.
Most of us don't like some aspect of our appearance, whether it's sagging eyes or excess weight in particular areas, to name a few complaints. Lately a record numbers of Americans are doing something about it by having plastic surgery. Since 1995, the number of cosmetic procedures, which range from liposuction to facelifts, has almost tripled (English 23). Is that a healthy choice-or a dangerous trend? Aging has become the field of the future for plastic surgeons whose patients have reasons not always valid in the search for youth and beauty.
The question you would ask yourself “Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for you?” Humans with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of at least 35 or above can perform surgeries. By advancing this medical technology, classifying genes and natural stem cells of our bodies, scientists/medical doctors are working on ways to reduce pounds calories in human bodies. Weight-loss surgery is appropriate for people who are obese with a BMI of 40 and higher and who have not been able to reduce any weight from diet, exercise, or any medication. With that, surgeries to control obesity has and will be the root of severe pros and cons. The purpose of this writing is to inform the readers and many people who are unconscious that weight loss surgeries exist. I will also introduce facts on how some studies show that
There is no doubt that the beauty standard has a negative impact on young girl’s health. In the year of 2003, the number of reconstructive surgery operated on girls under 18 reached 39,000, some of which are breast lifting and liposuction. (Zuckerman, 2005) This indicates a worried trend because these risky procedures can cause large quantities of severe diseases. Liposuction, for instance, can ...
Some people’s obsession with plastic surgery is obviously getting out of control. It starts with only getting one thing fixed or corrected but then quickly escalates and before you know it, a face that once was all-flesh turns into plastic. According to a study conducted by Nigel Mercer (2009), “The number of official cosmetic surgeries has more than tripled to 34,000 since 2003”. The two reasons why plastic surgery should be banned are because of its high health risks, and because of the additional pressure it puts on people to look picture-perfect.
Flipping through the pages of Vogue's latest edition, 23 year-old Susan seems quite upset. She struggles with the thought of lacking the perfect body and delicate features in order to be considered attractive. Surprisingly, Susan is not alone in this kind of an internal struggle. In contemporary society, every other woman aspires to have the lips of Angelina Jolie and the perfect jaw line of Keira Knightley. Society today looks down upon individuals that do not fit in, whether in terms of body shape or facial attractiveness. This forces them to consider the option of 'ordering beauty.' Since cosmetic surgery is no longer a social taboo in America given its widespread popularity, more people are promoting it which ultimately affects the rest of the world due to the unwavering influence of American culture. Cosmetic surgery should be deterred in the US because it promotes the idea of valuing appearance over ability, gives rise to unrealistic expectations, and brings with it high cost to society.
Although I should know better by now, I cannot help thinking that if cosmetic surgery is safe. People should be careful what they wish for. If the person is already insecure about the aspect of their appearance and physical looks, this person will suffer from a severe loss of confidence
Are you aware of the risks and disadvantages of cosmetic surgery? Cosmetic surgery can be very risky and dangerous if you are not aware of the outcomes. If you are thinking of going through a procedures you need to do a lot of research of what the pros and cons of the procedure you are about to undergo. Cosmetic surgeries are done all over the world and the pricing varies depending on the surgeons, and it can be very expensive. The outcome of the surgery won’t always come to what you wanted but still you have to pay the price. Not only that you have to leave with it and you will want another procedure which you’ll have to pay another amount of money. Why go through all that when? We should be happy with who we are and appreciate what you have.
According to dictionary.com, beauty is defined as “the quality or aggregate of qualities in a person or thing that gives pleasure to the senses or pleasurably exalts the mind or spirit” (1). True beauty has been forgotten. All around the world people are paying thousands of dollars to have plastic surgery done to enhance this unreal beauty. Sadly, reality is that beauty is now seen as having the bigger breast, the perfect smile, zero body fat, and the perfectly chiseled nose. More and more people are turning to plastic surgery as a way to make them happy about their appearances and boost their self-esteem in a quick and easy process. But reality is, plastic surgery has major side effects. Plastic surgery causes more physical and emotional damage because people suffer from surgical complications and lower self-esteem issues.
In the world we live in, society somehow always admired beauty. Today women insecurities are focused mainly on impossible high standards of beauty, which causes self-esteem and confidence problems. We see beautiful people everywhere in public, television, and magazines. The flawless appearance of people drive humans insane. The beauty standards manipulates people self-esteem causing them to oversee the natural beauty of themselves. According to some people, Sandra expresses “Nicole Casto was unhappy with the way she looked and determined to do something about it” (2004). Low self-esteem can cause a stressful life. People will consider anything to feel good about themselves. People have now found their support in science called Plastic Surgery.
You will eat healthy food, do some exercises, and consume vitamins. In contrast, cosmetic surgery needs millions of rupiahs. Of course it is a huge number for some people. There are many things that surgeons must do as a manipulation for somebody’s look, such as cutting and stretching. It is resulting pain and discomfort after the surgery for the patient. Although the surgeons say that it is relatively safe, it has also potential for serious complications that can be permanent in the future. Patients must also take time away from their normal activities for a while after surgery. This means they may have to take time off from work or school and avoid favorite activities, such as sports and playing with their kids during the recovery period. Finally, you can see the pros and cons of cosmetic surgery. For people who do not want to take risks after the surgery, they can do exercises regularly, eat healthy food, and be confident as their selves. Think what you can do for your body in safe ways. If not, then the cosmetic surgery will be right for you. Many people use plastic surgery to enhance their looks. Whether it’s tightening up loose skin or smoothing out wrinkle lines, a little nip and tuck can take off your face (or anywhere else!) Many people struggle with confidence issues because of their appearance. With a little cosmetic surgery, most people are more pleased with their
By analysing the data gathered from the focus groups and interviews, it is possible to find that cosmetic surgery can enhance an individuals’ appearance and most are done to improve self-esteem and satisfaction. Some individuals with Body Dysmorphic Disorder(BBD) are obsessions about their appearance and would drive them to have cosmetic surgery more than once ( Sarwer& Spitzer, 2012). There are also lots of people who have undergone cosmetic surgeries were influenced by the information provided in cosmetic surgery reality television(Soest, Kvalem& Wichstrøm, 2012) and childhood experiences as well. However, cosmetic surgery can not perfectly reach individuals’ expectations and can not only change their appearances but also mentally influences them and sometimes lead to depression( Ericksen& Billick, 2012). It is unlikely that every individuals are satisfied with the cosmetic surgery they took or they may even regret their
Every cosmetic surgery has possible complications. Frequently lead to death during a cosmetic procedure. Anesthesia is a strong drug and people can only take so much, so if too much is dosed on the patient, they could unexpectedly end up brain dead. Moreover, cosmetic surgeries lead to nerve damage. Nerve damage can cause the patient to lose sensitivity in the operated section of the body. Patients typically see only the bright side of the procedure, and they entirely ignore the life or death situation. Most of the time, cosmetic surgeries are priced at over one thousand dollars, so when a procedure’s price is too good to be true, it often is. A woman, Rachene Hutchinson, decided to take a flight to the Dominican Republic to get a cheaper cosmetic surgery. Leid (2014), a news reporter, mentions, “The Long Island woman died from complications after getting liposuction and a tummy tuck last week, her three young children and their dad were there.” (para.8). People usually get involved with the first cheapest cosmetic surgery clinic they acknowledge, due to the fact that they will be receiving a well processed procedure. However, most of the time it does not transpire that easy. Many doctors may not even be considered doctors, and might not even have the suitable