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The Psychological Benefits of Plastic Surgery
Lauriane Pinto1, Dora Danko2, Jasmin L Katz3
1Department of Plastic Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Abstract:
Plastic surgery, including cosmetic procedures, breast reconstruction, gender affirming surgery and craniofacial surgery, is associated with increased self-esteem, improved body image, and greater life-satisfaction. However, individuals with significant psychological difficulties, including low self-esteem or low self-confidence, problems regulating their emotions, and poor interpersonal functioning, may not experience the anticipated psychological benefits from cosmetic surgery. The pre-operative consultation should provide an in-depth discussion between the patient and the surgeon to assess psychological stability, discern motivations and expectations, and convey risk associated with surgery.
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