There were 236,356 plastic surgery operations for the age group 13-19 in 2012 alone (Penningtons Manches) and surely the rate has increased in the past 4 years. Many people believe that it is up to the child to decide what they do to their bodies but those decisions can negatively affect their overall wellbeing. Understanding that there are certain exceptions, such as it being medically necessary, to this, teenagers under the age of 18 should not be allowed, even with parental consent, to get plastic surgery for cosmetic purposes because it is harmful to their physical and mental health, as well as the economy in and outside hospitals and their futures. As of right now, a teenager under the age of 18 years old can receive plastic surgery treatments, as long as they have parental consent ("Cosmetic Surgery in Teenagers: To Do or Not to Do."). Common procedures that teenages get, include rhinoplasty, otoplasty, breast augmentation, and acne treatments. Rhinoplasty, also known as nose reshaping or nose job, was performed 30,672 times in 2013 on 13-19 year olds ("Plastic Surgery For Teenagers Briefing Paper."). Otoplasty, which is the practice that pins a person’s ears back, did not only take up 10.7 percent of all teenage plastic surgery procedures, but the technique was performed more than 6,871 times in 2013 ("Plastic Surgery For Teenagers Briefing Paper."). Breast procedures range from reduction, symmetry, or enlargement. It is understandable that a teenager with extreme
In the article entitled "Teens Under the Knife" written by Kaitlyn Ali and Tiffany Lam readers are informed on the possible risks that are exposed to teens who have cosmetic surgery. Ali and Lam state, "There are many risks in plastic surgery, such as permanent numbness, infections, blood clots, and even death" (par. 9). The developing bodies of teens are still changing which could lead to altering the effects or future displacement of the surgical procedure. The article states, "Because teens ' bodies are still developing, what [teens] change now may not look the same in a year. What feels like a big nose at 11 might be perfect once the face is done growing. With surgery, it could end up looking worse later" (par. 9). This article helps identify that plastic surgery can potentially cause even more emotional and physical damage to teenage patients in the future. In order to fix this problem, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery should strengthen the guidelines for evaluating teenagers by requiring all potential cosmetic surgery patients that are under the age of 18 to be screened by professional psychiatrists and medical doctors to ensure physical and mental stability before proceeding with the desired surgical process. This is necessary because cosmetic procedures can interfere with the growth cycle of the developing body and the emotional state of teenagers which can cause serious health complications and possibly more surgical procedures in the future.
In 2012, over 236,000 teenagers from the ages of 13-19 years old, went "under the syringe" to have a cosmetic procedure done (Gilbert, Web). Teenagers should never be able to have cosmetic surgeries because of the harmful effects the procedures have. Teenage minds and bodies are not fully developed until they are in their early twenties. Therefore, doctors are unable to fully comprehend the risks these procedures will have on the teenagers, since their bodies are still changing. Cosmetic surgeries are nearly impossible to predict the health risks of and the affects they will have on the still developing bodies of teenagers. Teenagers who get a cosmetic procedure done are not having it done to
The article discussion the importance of beauty to make Conrad in today’s society. Growing up as a teenager, American girls get exposed cosmetic treatments. Any surgery can be dangerous and cause fatal deaths. Statistics proves teenager are more likely to receive nose jobs and breast implants before turning 21 of age. Sandra Boodman confirmed that girls tends to compare themselves to models image not knowing its plastic work. This article also outlines the safety guidelines of plastic surgery. This website provide me with great information and statistics that is helpful. I chose this article because it is a common topic growing up as a teenager.
Besides Photoshop, plastic surgery is a permanent way to change any physical characteristic. There are things one can change, without having to go through any knife or injection— the way they dress, hairstyles, and working out. When it comes to our image plastic surgery has provided an easy yet dangerous solution to fix what one considers their imperfection/ flaw. It is not only adults; teens are also getting cosmetic surgery which only is deteriorating the youth. Stated in the article Pretty Unreal, “Last year in the United States, more than 300,000 teens are 18 or younger had some sort of cosmetic surgery done” (Mehta, Sparling. 288). An increasing number of teens are getting cosmetic procedures done; plastic surgery has become common with in different age groups and families. Personally in my family I know many teens and adults that have gotten plastic surgery, liposuction, nose jobs, to butt jobs. I believe that teens my age should not be worrying about getting procedures done because there are many risks involved. Adolescence is taken away due to constantly worrying about physical image.
Did you know more than 16 billion dollars was spent on Cosmetic Surgery in 2016? (ASPS 2017) Throughout the many decades, cosmetic surgery had become widely known method to enhance an appearance. In recent years, this procedure has become prominent not only among adults but also among adolescents however, popularity does not mean it is safe and the best option. There are numerous negative effects of cosmetic surgery that people, especially adolescents should consider before undergoing such procedures. Some negative effects of cosmetic surgery are high expenses, high medical risks, promotion of unhealthy body image and adverse psychological conditions.
Can we really expect teenagers to make good decisions at this age? Adolescents have enough on their plate with grades, part-time jobs, and college applications. Bullying is one thing no one should go through, especially at this age, but there are ways to stop it. In Source A, one in two teenager who are as young as thirteen want plastic surgery to change their appearances, but I do not believe that plastic surgery is the best solution for bullying. If teens are allowed to receive plastic surgery, they will end up either obsessed or
Consequences with high school graduates having plastic surgery as a graduation present can result in regret later in the teen's life when they become an adult. The teen has to understand the results and possibilities that could go wrong with the modifications. They need to understand that their bodies are still growing and will continue to under go many changes through out their life. Parents should also try to influence their children to be proud of the body they have and let them know that no matter what the girl or guy on TV looks like they are beautiful in their own way. Doctors should also teach the teen and parent, who comes in for modifications the medical concerns for getting such procedures done
Everyone at one point thinks about going under the knife,“there was an 80% increase in the number of girls 18 and younger receiving genital plastic surgery, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”(Simmons, 2016,para.3). Male and female teens, form ranges thirteen to nineteen years of age, have thought or actually had done a plastic surgery on their bodies. Even though this procedure is overpriced and the recovery time takes long, at the end many patients believe that the outcome is worth it since they perceive themselves more beautiful. Plastic surgery has been getting popular among teens because is helping them raise their self-esteem, lowering their depression rate, and enhancing their beauty.
In recent years plastic surgery is something that has become a very popular trend, and also where many young people are even lining up for it. Plastic surgery is to reconstruct or repair parts of the body, especially by the transfer of tissue it can be used for treatment of injury or cosmetic reasons. It enhances one’s physical appearance, allowing him or her to achieve a look he or she desires. For example, a women’s buttocks can be enlarged or reduced, or a nose can be straightened or lifted. Many people find themselves changing their bodies and wondering if perfecting their appearance would make life a bit more perfect. Plastic surgery can enhance someone’s level of confidence and boost their self-esteem, but it is something that can have very serious consequences people need to be aware of.
Famous actress and model Patricia Heaton once said “Plastic surgery is like the big elephant in the Hollywood living room,” (Brainy Quotes). For celebrities, a plastic surgery operation is just another trip to the doctor’s office. After all, in this day and age, image is everything. We see this in high profile professions, and in large cities across the country. However, recently in Beverly Hills, California, girls as young as 16 are getting nose-jobs as a “Right of Passage” to fit in. This is a trend that has moved beyond the big city, and with 250,000 teens getting cosmetic surgery a year, it’s becoming all too normal. Bullying, media, and just plain vanity are causing children and teens everywhere to go under
Plastic Surgery is a controversial topic nowadays. Some men and women believe that plastic surgery is a great chance to have finally the body, face, and even romantic life always dreamed about. In the U.S. the plastic surgery television shows have made these ideas more popular and common than ever. Some men and women have other reasons for want plastic surgery Such as people who want plastic surgery have disfigurements to the face or body because of birth defects or genetic problems. The rise in plastic surgery in U.S. is a bad sign for future. Plastic surgery is not always a good thing for everyone. Cosmetic surgery should be prohibited for teenagers and people having psychological problems.
There was an interview conducted by SteadyHealth.com and Dr. Howard T. Bellin last year. In this interview many different questions were asked about self esteem and the appropriate age for plastic surgery. Dr. Bellin believes that a person’s self esteem can benefit significantly from plastic surgery. One of the major surgeries that he does would be the rhinoplasty. He does this operation on teens. There is a general debate about what age is appropriate to let your child have plastic surgery. Sometimes parents believe that their child may be too young or perhaps too immature to engage in surgeries that seem to be for adults only. Plastic surgery can fix some problems but is not a “cure”. Cosmetic procedures are becoming much more common among teens now a day and are helping them through everyday life and help them fit in. There will always be a debate on this situation but it is important to look out
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons in the United States 14.6million cosmetic surgery procedures were performed in 2012. Cosmetic procedures range from skin rejuvenation to cleft palate repair. The most popular age range of cosmetic surgeries performed is 40 to 54 years old. Most of us are self conscious about how we will appear in the future. Our self conscious feelings towards our body image affects us psychologically and psychosocially by our own body-self image, sexual relationships, social interactions esteem and self worth. As we age our body dissatisfaction increases and in order to increase our body self image and esteem we proceed to undergo cosmetic surgery procedures.
To sum up, plastic surgery is aimed to make humanity look better. Thousands of people have these operations performed each year. However,
Messages within the media indirectly contribute to the rising rate of plastic surgery. Desires to meet the idealisms of media representations are often so consuming that people demand plastic surgery despite all of its associated risks and controversies. To compensate for this up and coming surgical trend, technology has developed more reasonable and attainable options for the public. Millions of operations are now able to be performed on those wishing to fulfill specific gratifcations toward their own personal appearance and/or self-esteem. This is a serious problem in that people are unaware or just simply