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Psychological Benefits of Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is increasing across the country exponentially as people attempt to emulate their favorite television or movie star. The obsession with beauty is nowhere more apparent than in the field of plastic surgery. Plastic surgery is performed for various reasons, including physical and psychological health, and can have life-changing effects for those who undergo procedures.

  1. Weight Loss

    • For those who have weight loss procedures such as gastric bypass or liposuction, there is an immediate psychological boost that comes with an increased overall body image. By looking better, you will also feel better. In addition, you may feel more inclined to participate in fitness-related activities after the surgery.

    Breast Reduction or Augmentation

    • According to the Mayo Clinic, women who have breasts that are too large for them may suffer from emotional and psychological problems because of the issue. When women have their breasts reduced, augmented or lifted they generally become more confident. Some women have reported an increased sexual desire associated with increase or decrease in bust size. This is associated with feeling more confident with their appearance. In addition, women often equate breast size with sexiness. By increasing bust size or having a lift, they feel more sexually confident and empowered.

    Hair Transplant Surgery

    • According to the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, men and women who suffer from hair loss have an increased incidence of anxiety and depression, as well as social embarrassment issues. Men and women who obtain hair replacement surgery tend to feel less shy and more inclined to socialize. Because they feel better about their appearance, they are more likely to participate in an active lifestyle as well.

    Scarring and Disfigurements

    • Having scars or other disfigurements can cause feelings of isolation and depression. Getting plastic surgery to remove scars or disfigurements can be life changing psychologically. Individuals who might have felt excluded or ostracized gain a sense of self when they feel they are more acceptable by societal standards.

    Gynecomastia

    • Males who suffer from gynecomastia have excess breast tissue due to hormonal irregularities causing excess fat build-up in the breasts. When this issue is corrected men often feel an increased sense of masculinity. In addition, there is a feeling of relief that comes from the release of anxiety that may have been caused by the condition.

    Overall

    • Plastic surgery procedures on average appear to benefit individuals by increasing self-esteem, body image and sense of self by improving appearance and correcting self-perceived flaws. The Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery states that 70 percent of people who received plastic surgery cited "emotional and psychological rewards after surgery." They also tended to be happier and had higher confidence and self-esteem. .

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