Deciding to undergo any kind of surgery is an important decision that should not be taken lightly. All surgical procedures carry some level of risk, but the positive results can be life changing in unimaginable ways. Cosmetic facial surgery can be about much more than having firmer skin or a cuter nose. Patients who undergo facial plastic surgery often experience improvements in all facets of their lives.
Facial surgery should not be undergone so that others will see you as more attractive, but because it is something that you have always wanted to do. If it makes you feel happy when you look in the mirror, then you are a good candidate for plastic surgery. As a result of satisfaction with a cosmetic procedure, the following benefits may also transpire:
Benefit #1: Your Rejuvenated Appearance Can Lead to Success
Some think it is vain to be concerned about their looks and that it is what is on the inside that counts, but that statement is only half true. Yes, our personalities and how we interact with others define us more than what color hair we have or the shape of our nose. However, having a polished appearance does matter for many reasons that are not superficial.
For one, having a nice appearance, whether it is healthy skin, a toned body, or the clothes we wear, shows that we take care of ourselves. This attention to details and the desire to strive for improvement translate into other facets of a person’s life, such as success in your career. Current research shows that attractive people are hired sooner, move up the ranks faster, and earn an average of 3 to 4 percent more than people with less-than-average looks. The cost of that facelift may be worth it after all. Several studies point to sex appeal as one reason why employers and clients may prefer attractive people over others, but another reason may be because of the next benefit plastic surgery has to offer.
Benefit #2: Your Self-Confidence Receives a Boost
When you look your best, you feel your best. Self-esteem is greatly increased, especially when a concern that has been haunting someone for years is corrected. A nasal hump or a weak chin can lead to feelings of inadequacy or insecurity and even cause some to shrink from social situations. Once a person feels better about the way they look, their self-esteem rises. These positive feelings can manifest into behavior that is seen as more desirable by others. The newfound acceptance by others only goes on to improve a person’s self image even more. Confidence increases the likelihood that a person will take chances that can lead to a fuller life.
Benefit #3: Facial Plastic Surgery Can Improve Your Health
A recent article by The Sacramento Bee conveyed that increased confidence can also lead to improved health through “other steps, such as a new exercise regimen, which may further improve the patient’s appearance and general well-being.” Whether it is to improve the appearance of other areas of the body, or to maintain the results of the surgery, patients who undergo cosmetic procedures may experience a renewed motivation to eat right, exercise regularly, and take better care of their skin and bodies. Not only will the outcomes of the surgery be extended, but so will your life.
To learn more about cosmetic surgery and how it may benefit you, contact the Williams Center Plastic Surgery Specialists today. The Williams Center can be reached at (518) 786-7000 in Albany and (212) 799-2100 in Manhattan.
About the Author: Dr. Edwin Williams
Dr. Edwin Williams is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon who founded The Williams Center in 1993. He has performed over 10,000 facial plastic surgery procedures and has pioneered the deep plane facelift. He served on the Board of Directors for the American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery for over a decade, and served as President from 2015-2016. In 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, Dr. Williams earned the Castle Connelly Top Doctors award in New York Facial Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Edwin F. Williams III attended Cornell University in Ithaca, New York where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1982. He began medical school at the State University of Buffalo School of Medicine and received his Doctor of Medicine in 1986.
Dr. Williams is actively involved in teaching facial plastic and reconstruction surgery to the residents of the Albany Medical Center and is former Chief of the Section of Facial and Plastic Reconstruction Surgery at Albany Medical Center where he received an academic appointment of Clinical Professor, Department of Surgery.