Cosmetic Surgery For Men – A Growing Trend

Cosmetic surgery for men is becoming more and more popular all the time, and the stigmas once attached to it are falling away as it enters the mainstream. It is now becoming as popular as cosmetic surgery for women, but fewer men tend to talk about it or admit it.

The risks are of course the same for men as for women so it’s just as important to research the procedure you’re interested in thoroughly and then find a good, reputable cosmetic surgeon to undergo any procedure.

There are several things you should check before deciding to go ahead with a cosmetic surgery procedure. The first thing is to check the proposed surgeon’s qualifications and credentials. These should include a fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS), and further specialized studies of plastic surgery. Make sure the surgeon is on the GMC specialist register and that they are also a member of BAAPS, or a similar a professional organisation.

Before going ahead with any cosmetic surgery men should also consider thoroughly what is actually involved. Find out about potential risks and side-affects, as well as where the procedure will take place. Make sure it is in a proper medical facility or a hospital.

Make sure you fully understand the recovery process and how much downtime time you will need, as well as any subsequent visits to the clinic or hospital and aftercare required. Also find out about the long-term implications of any procedure, surgical or non-surgical.

Lastly, make sure you understand whether the actual results of a cosmetic procedure will be the same as the results you hope for. Do not go ahead blindly with a procedure, hoping that it will provide miraculous results and change your life. Be realistic and most importantly be fully informed.

The most common cosmetic surgery procedures for men include rhinoplasty (nose correction), blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), otoplasty (ear correction), liposuction, and face / neck lifts. Many men are also opting for tummy tucks and male breast reduction.

Men are basically as concerned with their appearance as women and the UK is following the example set in the USA, as male cosmetic surgery increases year on year. It is a trend also set by many celebrities, such as Michael Douglas, Tom Cruise, Tom Jones, Ozzy Osbourne and Elton John, who have all allegedly undergone some cosmetic surgery procedures.

Like any trend endorsed by celebrities, cosmetic surgery for men has filtered down to the man on the high street, and cosmetic surgery clinics can be found everywhere. Because of this it is more important then ever to research these establishments thoroughly, as well as the implications of the procedure you require. If you have a body issue but you’re not sure what procedures are available to deal with it make an appointment to discuss it with a qualified, reputable consultant.