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 Cosmetic Surgery

Most people want to look and feel their best. Many of us, at times, are not happy with the way we look. Cosmetic, or plastic, surgery can help a person change what they do not like about their appearance. It can make severe acne scars less noticeable, remove fat (liposuction), lessen wrinkles, fix crooked noses, and get rid of double chins. Women can have their breast size increased or decreased. Lasers can zap away varicose and spider veins and remove unwanted hair for good.

A woman's body image can be affected by how she feels about the way she looks. Cosmetic surgery can help a woman feel more comfortable and confident about her appearance. For example, women with large breasts can suffer physically and emotionally. A woman can have an achy back, deep grooves in her shoulders from bra straps, poor posture, and low self-esteem from comments made about her breasts. Women with varicose veins can have pain and swelling in their legs. It is important to remember that cosmetic surgery is not without risk and is surgery. General anesthesia is sometimes used and all treatments can have side effects. Talk to your health care provider if you are thinking about cosmetic surgery. Be aware that there are clinics that are not licensed that make false claims about what they can do. The National Women' s Health Information Center has provided the following publications and organizations for women to learn more about cosmetic surgery and maintaining a positive body image.

Publications

  1. Federal publication  Breast Implants - An Informational Update
    This report contains information on both silicone and saline implants. It also also contains information on breast feeding with implants, polyurethane foam-covered implants, special medical and physical considerations, breast implant and medical device reporting, and frequently asked questions.

  2. Federal publication  Breast Reduction Often Good Medicine
    This publication discusses breast reduction. It addresses the medical concerns concerning the surgery and explains how one should prepare for the procedure.

  3. Federal publication  Cosmetic Laser Surgery: A High-Tech Weapon in the Fight Against Aging Skin
    This fact sheet contains information on laser cosmetic surgery. It descibes skin resurfacing, what it can do for you, what the risks are, and how to find a surgeon.

  4. Treatments for Aging Skin (Copyright © AAD)
    This web site discusses various medical proceedures available to help the appearance of aging skin.

Organizations

  1. Federal organization  Food and Drug Administration, OPHS, HHS

  2. American Academy of Dermatology

  3. American Academy of Facial, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Inc.

  4. American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

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Text on this page last updated: September 2001

 

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