Whether you blame it on the “young and invincible” mentality or the Gen-Z of the digital life, it’s clear that Gen-Y has a real issue with permanence. Among the young, rich and famous, no one understands this better than Heidi Montag, who recently came to the stark realization that when it comes to plastic surgery, there’s no undo button.

After undergoing dozens of cosmetic procedures—including breast augmentation, a brow lift, a nose job, ear surgery, a chin reduction, liposuction, buttock augmentation, fat injections and Botox—rumors are swirling that Montag’s brief love affair with cosmetic surgery has come to an end. Now, reports say that Montag regrets the amount of work she’s had done and wishes she looked like she used to.

While some non-invasive cosmetic procedures—such as Botox and chemical peels—are temporary by nature, most plastic surgery is fundamentally irreversible. With the exception of implants, which can be removed, surgical procedures permanently alter the shape of your body. As such, “reversing” the operation is impossible. In fact, the only effective solution is quite the opposite—you would have to undergo further surgery that would attempt to approximate your former appearance. This is potentially problematic. The epic saga of the late Michael Jackson’s ever-changing nose proves a cautionary tale against swallowing the spider to catch the fly via repeated corrective cosmetic surgeries.

It may be too late for Montag, but at the very least, she’s taught an important lesson to those considering plastic surgery. In some areas where cosmetic work is seeing a surge in popularity, such as Riverside County, liposuction, facelifts and other irreversible surgical procedures feel like the norm.   Montag’s change of heart allegedly stems from marital strife—but social pressure, career moves and other external shifts can also lead to reconsideration of plastic surgery. Many Newport Beach breast augmentation patients may be able to attest to this.

While plastic surgery doesn’t typically end in regret, those who are considering having permanent changes done to their body should always make sure they are doing it for the right reasons. They should also consider the long-term impacts on their social life and professional careers.

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Cosmetic plastic surgery is no longer an unspoken subject matter as there are more individuals undergoing face and/or body enhancing procedures.

In particular, men are more frequently visiting a surgeon to undergo plastic surgery, especially nose surgery. There is constant pressure from the media to uphold an aesthetically pleasing facial appearance, which oftentimes leads many to cosmetic plastic surgery. Some New York surgeons have seen an increase in male rhinoplasty surgery and according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), more than 32,000 men underwent rhinoplasty in 2009.

Rhinoplasty is designed to help produce a more aesthetically pleasing look and a better balanced facial contour. It can also correct a deformity of the nose caused by injury or a previous surgery. Although facial surgery may be common among women, there are several men who are self conscious of the appearance of their nose. Some of the features that can be improved upon include bumps/humps on the bridge, nostril size, and tip angle. Based on the patient’s anatomy and desired outcome, the plastic surgeon can perform either open or closed rhinoplasty, both of which are discussed during an initial consultation.

In some cases, those who have breathing difficulties undergo a specialized nasal procedure called septoplasty. This technique entails the restructuring of a deviated septum in order to alleviate obstruction in the nasal passage.

Those interested in rhinoplasty in the Buffalo, New York area  may contact the office of Todd B. Koch, M.D., F.A.C.S. A board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Koch has the experience and qualifications to provide natural-looking results. Prospective patients may learn more by visiting his website and scheduling an appointment at his office.

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