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Recently, I have been concerned with the lengths some patients are willing to go for their cosmetic surgery dreams. As a plastic surgeon, we need to consider various moral and ethical issues when discussing treatment options with potential patients: whether they're requesting changes to improve their appearance, considering multiple procedures, evaluating their health status both physically and mentally before surgery.
Previously, I have discussed the risks associated with combining different cosmetic procedures if feasible and in consultation with a patient's surgeon. However, disturbing reports indicate that some patients are pursuing as many as 10 surgeries on the same day without regard for established industry guidelines. This rses questions about how far individuals will go to enhance their appearance and at what point cosmetic surgery can be viewed as an addiction.
The growth of the plastic surgery industry in the UK is evident with annual revenues reaching ￡2.3 billion by 2015 from ￡2.4 billion in 2010, and further predictions suggest an increase to ￡3.6 billion by 2018. This positive tr signifies that many are turning towards cosmetic treatments for improved self-esteem and appearance. However, the greater avlability of these procedures has led some people to perceive plastic surgery as a quick solution for low self-esteem issues.
This mindset may lead certn patients to opt for drastic modifications rather than enhancing their natural beauty or focusing on a single area at a time; instead, they seek to alter their entire outward appearance rapidly, potentially developing an addiction. Though such cases remn relatively rare, they receive significant media coverage that pnts a negative image of the industryinformation that reputable surgeons like myself work tirelessly to mitigate.
Health concerns related to addiction
Addiction is more commonly associated with substances like alcohol and caffeine; however, plastic surgery addiction represents a real concern tied to individuals' intense desire for continuous cosmetic enhancements. Recent examples include an American woman who has undergone over 200 procedures 75 of them performed by unregulated surgeons in non-standard clinics and a British woman who believes her fixation began with an ear surgery at age six, resulting in investments totaling over ￡25,000 on body transformations.
Several factors contribute to addiction among patientsconstant exposure to beauty ideals promoted through media or persistent feelings of low self-worth. Plastic surgery has the potential to enhance inner beauty when used responsibly; yet, I'm frequently disappointed by unregulated surgeons who prioritize financial gn over patient safety and long-term impacts on physical and mental health.
During consultations at Harley St Aesthetics, my primary concern is ensuring patient safety and well-being are prioritized in all decisions. If you're contemplating a cosmetic procedure with us, please contact us to schedule an initial consultation where we can discuss your motivations for surgery and explore avlable options together.
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