7 Surprising Benefits of Plastic Surgery For
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Plastic surgery provides many benefits to those who choose to undergo it. A
large majority of the people who get plastic surgery are women with a small (but
growing) minority of men. When considering why this may be, let’s look at seven
surprising benefits of plastic surgery for women.
#1: Reduces Pain
Chronic pain can come from many medical conditions and ailments. Copious
amounts of extra skin can put extra weight on the back, shoulders, and even legs.
Removing this extra skin can sometimes reduce pain. Breast reduction patients
often experience ongoing pain in their neck, back, and shoulders before their
surgery. After breast reduction, patients note a significant reduction or complete
cessation in their pain.
#2: Improve Breathing
A deviated septum is common, but a noticeable and severe deviated septum can
cause problems breathing. It may also contribute to chronic sinus problems. This
is surgically corrected via septoplasty. Commonly, patients choose to combine a
septoplasty—usually performed by an otolaryngologist or a Raleigh plastic
surgeon—with a rhinoplasty. Not only does this help improve breathing, but it can
address any cosmetic concerns a patient may have.
#3: Better Mental Health
Plastic surgery frequently comes with improvements to mental health and self-
esteem. A study from 2012 showed that plastic surgery patients experienced less
depression and socially anxious behaviors. They also tended to be happier and
have a greater quality of life.
Plastic surgery also addresses medical concerns that—when treated properly—
can lead to improved mental health. For example, breast revision, breast
reduction, gender affirming procedures, and gynecomastia surgery all have been
shown to have mental health benefits for many patients.
#4: Prevent Skin Irritation
Hanging extra skin anywhere on the body can cause rashes or irritation to the skin
underneath. This is common with large breasts and the abdominal pannus, but
can occur anyw