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Cosmetic Surgery for the Face
Almost everyone has concerns about some aspect of the appearance of their face. Many people might never have serious difficulties with the rest of the body, like the upper arms, torso, legs or otherwise, or they may simply feel that these problems are not that important, since they’re hidden by their clothes, but the face, being the most visible part of the body, is a source of worry for almost everyone. Aging isn’t the only issue that leads to aesthetic concerns involving the face; some individuals have always had features which they would like to change, whether or not they bring unpleasant attention. These problems can include large or misshapen chins or noses, an overly round or, conversely, overly gaunt face, particularly in the lips or cheeks. Trauma, post-operative scarring, and damage from sun exposure are among the other factors that often adversely affect the appearance of the face.
Self-consciousness or other misgivings about the appearance of the face can have further consequences. A problem with self-confidence is one of these challenges. The social life of the individual is also likely to experience detrimental effects. Even the career prospects of the individual may suffer.
Facial plastic surgery is an increasingly popular choice for people struggling with these problems and more. The statistics referenced in this article are published by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
The face lift is perhaps the best known cosmetic surgical procedure for the face. Face lifts were performed over 132,000 times in the United States in 2008. Face lifts primarily target the facial skin and other deeper tissues, which are affected by the passage of time in that, as we age, our skin begins to lose its elasticity, which subsequently results in loose, saggy-looking skin. Face lifts generally involve the removal of excess tissue, and the remaining tissues are then tightened and lifted. Incisions are usually made in the natural folds of the skin, in areas such as the skin behind the jaw. This means that any post-operative scarring is nearly impossible to spot from common angles. For patients who are looking for more subtle corrections, more targeted variations on the face lift are available. The upper, lower, and mid face lifts, among others, are some examples of this type of operation.
Rhinoplasty – surgical reshaping of the nose – is another well-known form of facial cosmetic surgery. More than 152,000 rhinoplasties were performed in 2008 in the US. There are many reasons as to why a patient may consider a rhinoplasty: it could be for cosmetic reasons, such as reducing the length or width of the nose, removing the hump from the upper bridge, repositioning the nose or altering its angle, or repairing crookedness. Additionally, rhino-plasty plastic surgery is also frequently pursued by individuals who experience difficulty breathing comfortably as a result of the shape of the nasal bones or tissues or the septum.
While the name “blepharoplasty” might not be as well known as those of other types of cosmetic surgery, it is, in fact, the most popular type of facial cosmetic surgery, carried out more than 195,000 times in 2008 in the US. Blepharoplasty literally means surgery to alter the shape of the eyelid. The eyelids are often targeted because of the significant role they play in determining the overall appearance of the face. Drooping or hollow eyelids and darkened bags below the eyelids, which occur in just about everyone at some point, are liable to make the individual look more tired than he or she actually is, and conversely, rejuvenated eyelids make the entire face appear more youthful. There are several methods and approaches to blepharoplasty. There’s lower eyelid surgery, which works against the appearance of darkened “bags” under the eyes, and upper eyelid surgery, which can tighten the upper eyelids and restore the appearance of youthfulness to the eye area, and/or correct visual problems caused by interference of the upper eyelid. Another very popular procedure is Asian blepharoplasty, which adds an additional crease in the upper eyelid for patients of Asian descent. All types of blepharoplasty usually involve very small incisions, which are made in the creases of the eyelids themselves, or at the eyelash line, leaving virtually no visible scarring.
There are risks involved in all types of surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery is no exception. Individuals with certain allergies or medical conditions in particular must use caution. Individuals need to be aware of the realistic possibilities in terms of alteration of physical features, and be willing and able to adhere to a a variable period of recovery following the procedure. In order to determine whether facial cosmetic surgery is the best option for you, please consult with a surgeon.
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