Despite having been around for several decades, surgery still appears to be a somewhat controversial measure for slowing or even reversing the aging process. The fact that some recipients of surgery insist on lying that they have not had operations is an indication that, for some reason, the concept still carries a lot of baggage, whether or not this is deserved. This article aims to discuss surgery in a neutral manner, not as an extreme choice (as it is in the eyes of some) but as an option that contains a wide range of subtler alternatives, each with their own set of pros and cons.
One of the best-known is, of course, the face-lift, where, essentially, the edges of the faces are cut so that the face can be re-stitched into a new position so it looks tauter. There are other types of “lifting” surgery that target particular parts of the face, such as the eyes, brows, or—slightly lower down—the neck.
However, in some cases, surgery can take a while to “settle.” It can be months or even a few years before the person has not only recovered from the surgery, but also before the initial stiffness of the “new” face disappears and the features have a more relaxed, natural appearance. For an example, we may point to Rupert Everett, whose browlift gave him a perpetually surprised expression for a few years after he got it. However, the actor’s features have recently become more settled, and his appearance is much closer to the striking good looks of his youth (not that he ever became anything close to ugly).
In recent years, injectables such as Botox have been getting more attention. Injectables are less invasive than other types of surgery, such as face-lifts. Indeed, if done well by a surgeon with both skill and good taste, the injection of botox can be very difficult to detect, especially if people are unfamiliar with the patient’s pre-treatment appearance. However, the fact remains that you are injecting foreign chemicals into your body, and even though these have been approved for use, the technology has not been around long enough for us to truly observe the long-term effects on humans. Actress Joan Collins of Dynasty fame has referred to Botox as “poison,” as an explanation to why she was reluctant to use it. So far, Botox has not appeared to be poisonous, but the point here is that people who use it in the long term could be taking a risk, if perhaps of a different kind than going under the knife.
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It is possible to overdo one’s use of Botox. Actress Nicole Kidman provides a rather high-profile example. Initially, Kidman denied using it, but her tight, stiff face (formerly so expressive and mobile) made her statements implausible. Indeed, some plastic surgeons stated that Kidman was a terrible (if unintentional) ambassador for the treatment, since people would look at her face and assume that they would look as unnatural and mask-like as her if they tried Botox. Eventually, Kidman admitted that she had used Botox, but said she was planning to scale back and rely on diet and exercise instead.
Botox, however, is not only used to fight signs of aging. For example, then-teenage international singing star Charice Pempengco was given Botox injections in preparation for her initial appearances on Glee. Given her age, obviously these injections were not given because her face was wrinkled or saggy. The people running Glee instead claimed that they wanted her face to look more elongated on camera.
Other surgeries target the body, such as liposuction or lipectomy, which together not only melt and suck out fat, but also remove sagging skin, which may results from dieting, exercise, and/or fat removal surgery. These procedures can make a person’s figure slimmer and more youthful. In addition, taking off excess weight can be good for the health, as the person’s cardiovascular system may be subject to less strain. We may say something similar for the skeletal system, especially that of individuals who carry a lot of weight in their torso. This can strain the back, which may lead to major problems like slipped discs.
what they don’t tell you about face lifts is that you could end up with a paralyzed face for life. It would be a lot easier if we all just accepted the unavoidable we are all going to get old the sooner we accept it the happier we will be.
Ellen I totally agree with you but I don’t see that happening any time soon as we live in a society that values the outside more than the inside.
Resorting to desperate measures such as face lifts and other medical interventions can be harmful. But you don’t need to just sit there and watch your face as it starts to lose its youthfulness. There are natural ways to help yourself cope with the aging process. You can make better lifestyle choices that would mean a lot not just to the aging of your skin but of your total self. If you start early, you will enjoy the longterm effects of healthy habits even as your body clock starts to wind down. They say at age 30, our body starts to decline with fewer of the human growth hormones being produced naturally. Then again, you can always suffice for the underproduction by choosing the good life — eating balanced meals in ideal proportions, working out, and reducing stress. All those habits can easily pay up for some of your losses.
I think you need not to waste your time doing exercises achieve full, pouty lips. If you can’t be satisfied with what God has blessed you with, you can turn to easier routes. HGH supplements and other medical interventions will make it easier for you. So you won’t grow dismayed by the day, when after a million repetitions of facial exercise, you see nothing is actually happening.
Resorting to desperate measures such as face lifts and other medical interventions can be harmful. But you don’t need to just sit there and watch your face as it starts to lose its youthfulness. There are natural ways to help yourself cope with the aging process. You can make better lifestyle choices that would mean a lot not just to the aging of your skin but of your total self. If you start early, you will enjoy the longterm effects of healthy habits even as your body clock starts to wind down. They say at age 30, our body starts to decline with fewer of the human growth hormones being produced naturally. Then again, you can always suffice for the underproduction by choosing the good life — eating balanced meals in ideal proportions, working out, and reducing stress. All those habits can easily pay up for some of your losses.
I am not very fond of surgical solutions to the common aging problems. If you find a better, safer alternative, go for it. You would not want risk your life for just keeping your face young.
I don’t trash cosmetic surgery but I’m not sure if I’ll ever find the courage to undergo such a drastic change. There are also so many bad talks about the possible side effects that come with different surgical procedures. So I think, I d’ just go for topical solutions and HGH supplements to help me cope with the common wear and tear, which usually come out as one ages.