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Hidden Dangers of Cosmetic Surgery – Part 2
In the first post of this series, we touched on potential physical and mental challenges some people have experienced after having various forms of cosmetic surgery. In this post, we will continue to talk about unpleasant experiences people have had after undergoing cosmetic surgery. We know that these experiences won’t apply to everyone, but the point is that some experiences are bad simply because you never expected them. So if you are considering, or have ever considered, having a cosmetic surgery to improve some aspect of your life, read on and make sure it doesn’t negatively affect another.You Over Extended Yourself Financially
According to statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in 2015, breast augmentation was still the most performed cosmetic surgical procedure. Following behind in the number two and three spots were liposuction and nose reshaping. Let’s take a look at some of the pitfalls when paying the costs associated with these procedures.
The first pitfall is that the real cost of having one of these procedures, or any for that matter, done varies widely depending on factors including where you live and who you go to see. While it may seem that the more a cosmetic surgeon charges, the more qualified they are and the better results you will have. This is not true at all. These surgeons are also business people. Just like any other business, the overhead of operating costs and marketing are built into the cost that you pay. This means that it might cost you more because the surgeon’s office is in a nice neighborhood or because it cost the surgeon a lot to get your business. Make sure you do enough homework on the procedure you are considering as well as the surgeon. Read reviews, have a consultation and build a relationship before mentally committing.Here are some average costs found online as well as recovery times:
- Breast augmentation – $3,500-$4,000 – 1 to 2 weeks recovery
- Liposuction – $2,700-$3,000 – 1 to 2 weeks recovery
- Nose reshaping (Rhinoplasty) – $4,200 – 1 to 2 weeks recovery
As we mentioned before, plastic surgeons are business people, so it’s in their best interest to make it possible for you to have the procedure done without having the money upfront. It’s not at all uncommon for them to offer you a payment plan on a loan. Just like any other time you are considering a loan, be sure to understand all the costs, terms and conditions.
Another pitfall you may have not considered is that recovery time means you will need to take time away from work. This could mean that you are not earning your wages and should be factored into the real cost. Also consider that the recovery time that the doctor tells you is likely the minimum. As we discussed in our last post, you might experience some unexpected depression that could keep you from earning money at your job for much longer.
The last pitfall we’ll mention about planning for the real cost is that for some procedures, your initial treatment probably won’t be your last. First consider that the most popular procedure, breast augmentation, isn’t considered to be a lifelong solution. This means that there will be some future costs associated with maintaining or removing your breast implants if and when something goes wrong. A quarter of recipients of breast implants will need another procedure done within ten years. Aside from future costs down the line, as we mentioned in our first post, it is not uncommon at all for some people to be unsatisfied with their overall look after having one procedure done. With the ease of financing, many spiral into having more procedures done than initially planned, leading to large amounts of debt.
You Didn’t Get What You Wanted
Everyone’s reason for wanting cosmetic surgery is a little different. Maybe you’ve been self-conscious about some part of your body your whole life. Maybe you want to be more physically attractive because you’re looking for a lifelong partner. Maybe you want to be more physically attractive for your significant other or spouse. Maybe you feel it will give you the overall confidence to be successful in your professional and personal life. We’ve already mentioned the many ways you yourself might not be completely satisfied with the outcome of your procedure, but you should also consider that you might not be satisfied with how others react to your physical change as well. The thing to remember here is that you can’t control how others react. Jealousy, insecurity, and contempt from others can be hurtful and make you regret getting the procedure done in the first place. Our best advice is to consider as much as you can, including non-surgical enhancement options, and do it for yourself regardless of how anyone might react.
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