Most people talk about cosmetic surgery like it is some sort of a messy secret. The Global Study of Aesthetic/Cosmetic Surgery Procedures Performed in 2011 surveyed surgeons from various countries and provided a glimpse of the frequency of procedures done worldwide. Not surprisingly, Australia ranked 21st out of all the countries—and it isn’t something Aussies should be ashamed of.
Cosmetic Surgery Enhances a Person's Self-Esteem Everyone has a physical aspect that they wish looked better. Whether it is the crookedness of a nose, a modest bust size, or a bulging tummy, there are physical traits that people can improve with cosmetic surgery. Some of these issues may not seem like a big deal, but can actually affect a person’s self-esteem negatively. Most people look in the mirror each day, thinking about how to work around what they consider flaw in their bodies. Women apply makeup and change their hairstyles, but others choose to take a more permanent approach through cosmetic surgery. Optimism certainly helps, but it is easier to correct any physical traits that are causing negative feelings.
It Helps People Achieve Professional Goals Cosmetic surgery also contributes to a person’s professional life. For example, a lack of confidence can be a hindrance to a person’s aspirations; people allow their flaws to limit their accomplishments. Confidence encourages people to take chances, speak their mind, and be daring about achieving professional goals.
People Do Not Notice It Unless They've Been Told A woman with an unnaturally stretched face and exceptionally perky breasts—this is the stereotypical image of someone who went under the knife. However, it is a misleading one. Results like that only happen when people ask for it – the more common route is for women to pursue procedures that come out looking as natural as possible. Skilled cosmetic surgeons actually make the procedures so subtle that people would hardly even notice it. Cosmetic surgery ends the cycle of people feeling bad about their physical attributes, and creates a new cycle of making them feel great. The bottom line is that cosmetic surgery should not feel like a secret that women have to keep.
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