Tabloids love to speculate on who has and has not had plastic surgery. A major topic is often plastic surgery results “gone wrong.” Avoiding tabloid sensationalism, one does wonder why so many celebrities wind up looking strange or worse than before after undergoing cosmetic procedures. How can this happen, when supposedly they have access to among the world’s most talented and experienced plastic surgeons? Below we will strive to answer this question and delve into the do’s and don’ts when it comes to aesthetic enhancement.
The best plastic surgery is nuanced and subtle
While bad results stick out in Hollywood and on the red carpet, we are less likely to notice the cosmetic work undergone by other celebrities who chose a more subtle route. Many celebrities who we think of as gorgeous or beautiful have actually achieved their timeless look through cosmetic treatments, however in such a way that their procedures are undetectable. The highest compliment you can pay a plastic surgeon is to never suspect they have been hired. To throw people off the trail, many stars avoid mentioning their plastic surgery and instead describe their beauty routines, healthy diet, or good genes. While it may be tempting to go bold and ask your surgeon to take 20 years off of your face in a single procedure, the reality is that everyone looks better with natural-looking changes.
Remember that aging is normal
Living life in the spotlight is difficult and many celebrities feel intense pressure to remain young, even though this is physically impossible. Their fear of getting old may be so powerful that they submit themselves to multiple surgeries on the same areas of the face or body, which eventually leads to strange-looking results. The more tabloids point out their flaws, the more celebrities can be tempted to overspend on cosmetic treatments without really investigating their legitimacy and safety. And since celebrities are always preparing for some big event, they may feel the need to rush through the consultation process and ignore their surgeon’s warnings. The truth is that plastic surgery works best when it honors the natural aging process instead of trying to negate it. A good plastic surgeon understands that they can reduce the appearance of certain imperfections but they cannot perform time travel to transport their clients back to their 20’s.
You can’t put a price tag on excellence
If we can learn anything from celebrity plastic surgery gone awry, it’s that paying more for surgery doesn’t necessarily mean you get better results. Celebrities can afford the highest-priced doctors in the country, but because they are paying so much, they may expect extra work to be done – even when they don’t really need it. And their doctors may have a hard time telling them “no”. Many times, the least invasive and most cost-effective solutions are what produce the most attractive results.
Choose a qualified surgeon who you trust
When it comes to undergoing plastic surgery, it’s essential that you choose a professional, credentialed expert who has extensive experience in facial procedures. It’s also important that you listen carefully to your surgeon when they make recommendations instead of insisting that the surgeon do things your way. It can be disappointing to have your expectations tempered in some cases, but in the end, you want to take advantage of your surgeon’s knowledge and educational background. Take a thorough look at your surgeon’s before and after photos and ask whether you can speak with former patients who underwent similar procedures. Take your time and always trust your gut. With the proper amount of caution, education, planning, and acceptance of reality, you can obtain the beautiful, natural-looking results you desire. If you’re ready to take your next step, set up your consultation with Dr. Weber at Weber Facial Plastic Surgery.