Case #2858
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For centuries, communities across the globe have placed a high value on health and looking young and fit.
While many consider the aspiration of looking good to be a feminine quality, men are just as invested in personal appearance as women. Today, men of all ages and walks of life have revealed how much they care about their looks and body physique. This is seen by the healthy foods they eat, the bad habits they avoid like excessive drinking and smoking, the hours at the gym, and even the pursuance of male plastic surgery.
Are More Men Embracing Plastic Surgery?
The stigma that was once attached to men seeking plastic surgery has dramatically decreased in recent years. As proof of how common male plastic surgery has become, data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) indicate that 1.2 million men underwent cosmetic surgical procedures in 2015. By 2018, the number had increased to nearly 1.7 million and has been rising steadily.
Why Are More Men Going for Facial Plastic Surgery?
There are various perks to undergoing facial plastic surgery. The number one benefit is that it brings about a refreshed and youthful look, which significantly increases a sense of awakeness and attractiveness in social and workplace settings. And the rise of less invasive procedures like fillers, BOTOX® Cosmetic, and laser skin resurfacing have provided more convenient options for men to address common cosmetic concerns.
Increased Self-Confidence
When a man looks and feels good about himself, it will naturally translate to enhanced self-confidence. This means unlimited possibilities for a man to open up in social and professional situations, such as joining social circles that one was previously afraid of, participating in activities that one could not imagine before the surgery, or staying competitive in the job market when coming up against younger men.
Improved Mental Health
Are you self-conscious of that extra skin on your eyelids that make you look tired all the time? Are you not comfortable with the size and shape of your nose? Have deep-set wrinkles changed the reflection you see in the mirror?
Not seeing the appearance that you want is frustrating, and it can mess with how you perceive and present yourself. There are several facial rejuvenation procedures that you can undertake to give you a greater sense of physical comfort, which, in turn, can help you become happier and more comfortable with yourself.
Some common facial rejuvenation surgeries include:
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