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Do You Even Notice Other People's Earlobes?
Earlobe rejuvenation, a quick, less-than-an-hour, outpatient procedure to lift sagging ears is fast becoming a growing trend, particularly for American women in their 50s and 60s. "We make the earlobes look plumper, more rounded and smaller, giving a more youthful image," plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Schulman told the Daily Mail.
Should Plastic Surgeons Turn Patients Away?
An article in yesterday's New York Times brought up the issue of patient selection for cosmetic surgeons. Apparently, "problem patients" come up a lot. Surgeons turn away candidates because they have had too many procedures or think they are seeking surgery for the wrong reasons (like to find a husband or keep a job).
Bigger Boobs in 30 Minutes
Whether you're a fan of breast augmentation or you think it's just for boobs (yuk yuk), you probably know that getting implants isn't a quick and easy procedure. Most women take two to five days off to start healing, and it can take weeks to do so completely.
Not for long, though, according to a Dallas plastic surgeon.
Free Implants! (But There's a Catch...)
For women who want breast implants, money is often a huge roadblock. (Read this story to find out how people are affording these pricey procedures.) That's why an entrepreneur named Jason Grunstra has come up with Myfreeimplants.com, a site that connects small-chested females with men who'll donate money to help them reach that goal. The guys pay $1.25 to send a message to the women, and $1.00 of that fee goes to their surgery fund (Grunstra keeps 25 cents).
Plastic Surgery Patients Aren't Who You Might Expect
A few weeks ago, I read Beauty Junkies, the book about cosmetic surgery by New York Times reporter Alex Kuczynski. It's a fascinating read, and one of the most surprising things I learned was that the majority of people who undertake cosmetic procedures have moderate incomes. Then, today's Times reports about a third of people considering plastic surgery reported household incomes of below $30,000; only 13 percent made more than $90,000.
Is There a Link Between TV and Plastic Surgery?
A new Yale University School of Medicine study followed 42 people through their initial consultations for plastic surgery, and found that they were more likely to watch television shows about surgical makeovers such as Dr. 90210 and Extreme Makeover:
Only 12% of those studied had never seen a cosmetic surgery show; 79% reported that television influenced their decision to pursue a cosmetic operation.
The research team also found that people who watched frequently always thought they knew more about the pros and cons of surgery.
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Insatiable Plastic-Surgery Addict? There's an App For That
OK, there are a million bad apps out there already, but the Shafer Plastic Surgery App really puts the "terrible" in the "terribly useless." An "informational database of over 1,000 FAQ’s covering invasive and non-invasive plastic surgery procedures and treatments," this iPhone app seems designed mostly to tell young, trendy women about procedures that, if you're at all considering, you should be discussing directly with a doctor instead of a gadget. If plastic surgery is going to make you really, truly happy, then OK, go for it. But taking advice from your phone on how to look your best is probably not a wise idea.
A Peek Inside the Plastic Surgery Beauty Pageant
I'd heard about the Hungarian Miss Plastic Hungary beauty contest a few months ago, but now there's footage of this unprecedented event. The contestants, all of whom have gone under the knife and are oddly dressed like Leeloo from The Fifth Element, competed for prizes including a car and an apartment. (In case you're wondering, no, cosmetic procedures such as Botox didn't count — only surgery such as rhinoplasty did.)
I find this concept odd, but then again, I have always found beauty pageants unsettling.
Should Teenagers Have Plastic Surgery?
As a teenager, I was involved in a minor car accident. Since then, I've had a little bump on the top of my nose. And while I possibly could have had it fixed along the way, I now consider the imperfection unnoticeable — a unique part of me.
With Plastic Surgery, What's Best For Teens?
Most teenagers find something that they don't like about their appearance. Later, some of us grow to live with these quirks — check out these "flaws" that are actually gorgeous — and many grow to love their crooked noses or big ears. These days, though, they don't have to: More teenagers are turning to plastic surgery to fit in.
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