Cosmetic surgery is done to change your appearance. For some, it may mean redesigning the body's contour and shape or smoothing wrinkles. Others may choose to have their eyebrows lifted or excess fat removed from their stomach. There are a number of cosmetic surgery procedures that both men and women can choose from to create an image that makes them feel more confident and comfortable with their appearance.
Symptoms
Certain symptoms that people may want to improve through plastic surgery include:
- Excess, sagging or loose skin
- Jowls or dropped cheeks
- Deep facial creases
- Sagging eyebrows
- Pronounced frown lines
- Abdominal sagging
- Overhanging eyelids
Considerations
While things to think about prior to cosmetic surgery vary greatly depending on the specific problem area of discomfort, they generally include:
- Age
- Gender
- Family history and genetics
- Weight
- Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light
- Smoking