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Plastic Surgery is a growing branch of science. Though initially, it was supposed to be limited to the circle of media and Television community, its awareness has spread even to the ordinary people today. Some myths are also prevalent in society about plastic surgery. Reading this article will help you distinguish the facts from the myths.
1. Cosmetic surgery and plastic surgeries are the same.
Myth. Cosmetic surgery is the surgery of appearance. It is elective and focuses on the aesthetics of beauty, whereas Plastic Surgery is defined as the process of reconstructing or repairing parts of the body by the transfer of tissue, either in the treatment of injury or for cosmetic reasons.
2. 2. Cosmetic surgeons are qualified to conduct cosmetic surgery.
Fact. Their vast practical experience, strong knowledge and training make them qualified for it. India provides the best cosmetic surgeries at affordable rates by the most skilled surgeons at the internationally impaneled hospitals.
3. Cosmetic procedures such as Botox®, microdermabrasion and liposuction are increasingly popular among men.
Fact. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery's 2005 Procedural survey, the top five most popular procedures among men are Botox, hair transplantation/restoration, laser hair removal, microdermabrasion and liposuction. These procedures are increasingly becoming popular in India as they are affordably provided for by the Cosmetic and Obesity Surgery Hospital India.
4. A majority of men believe that personal appearance affects their ability to succeed professionally or get promoted.
Fact. According to an AACS Consumer Survey, 83 percent of men believe that personal appearance plays a role in their professional success and advancement. With the era of private jobs, these results may be similar in India.
5. Breast augmentation will fix droopy breasts.
Myth. Breast Augmentation is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of women’s breasts by using implants for aesthetic purposes. Silicon is usually used as the implant material.
Breast Lift is the appropriate procedure for drooping breasts. After a woman has had children, her breast may start sagging. This can be corrected by removing the extra skin around the breast to uplift the breasts to their original shape. The breast tissues are not removed in this procedure.
6. It’s safe to breastfeed if you have breast implants.
Fact. Various medical institutes of repute believe that though there is a possibility of silicon being absorbed in the breast milk, the amount cannot cause any harm.
7. Breast implants increase your risk of getting breast cancer.
Myth. The Institute of Medicine has proved with evidence that there is no relationship between breast implants and the probability of developing Breast Cancer.
8. Liposuction is an easy way to lose weight.
Myth. Losing as much weight as possible to be utmost healthy is the pre-requisite condition your cosmetic surgeon will impose before liposuction.
9. Liposuction removes cellulite.
Myth. Extracting the fibrous tissue beneath the skin may hamper the dimpled look, so no fibrous tissues are removed. The fibrous tissues cause cellulite.
10. Fat comes back after liposuction.
Myth. Liposuction removes the number of fat cells. Once removed, they don’t come back.
11. A cosmetic surgeon developed tumescent liposuction (widely regarded as the best type of liposuction).
Fact. A dermatologist developed it.
12. Botox® can cause droopy eyelids.
Myth. With the proper administration of Botox Procedure, the risk of droopy eyelids is less than 2% and even if present, it is a temporary condition.
13. Botox® will leave you expressionless by freezing your facial muscles.
Myth. If a small amount of Botox is administered in targeted muscles, this can be taken care of.
14. A cosmetic surgeon developed botox ®.
Fact. An ophthalmologist developed botox.