Cosmetic Surgery

For decades cosmetic surgery was considered as an option only for the vain and glamorous. Today the majority of people seeking aesthetic enhancement are regular people from all walks of life. And they are seeking cosmetic surgery not for vanity, but as a means to enhance their self esteem and confidence.

It is not very different from people's aspiration to wear better clothes, live in a better house / neighborhood or to send children to the best school. If the bottom line in life is happiness and if an improved self image leads you there, why not?

While you consider Cosmetic Surgery, it is important to know the scope and limitations of the particular surgery you want to undergo. This is why a detailed discussion with your surgeon is most important.

It is vital to know that Cosmetic Surgery will not change somebody completely; it can enhance existing features, bring about an appealing look or restore a much more youthful appearance.

The right candidate for Cosmetic Surgery knows exactly what he/she wants and wants the expected outcome for his/her own personal satisfaction. In short they are not undergoing surgery to satisfy someone else.

As a surgeon, I feel that Cosmetic Surgery is not only beautification; it empowers people to achieve more in life. And that's why cosmetic surgery is gaining popularity world wide and in India also. The desire to look attractive transcends geographic and socio economic boundaries. If cosmetic surgery helps people to shed inhibitions, feel more confident and increase their self worth, is it not a positive powerful tool?

As long as self esteem and body image are linked, Cosmetic Surgery will be relevant and sought after. As a prospective patient of Cosmetic Surgery, I would urge you to exercise due diligence- in research about the procedure you are seeking as well as in introspection to know exactly what you want from your surgeon.