Research published in September by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) highlighted the broader benefits of aesthetic procedures.
Published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, the research highlighted the health and psychological benefits of aesthetic procedures. Findings showed consistent improvements across physical, functional and psychosocial outcomes.
Breast reduction surgery provided pain relief, improved posture and greater ease in daily life. Body contouring after weight loss alleviated skin irritation, mobility limitations and boosted self-esteem. Facial cosmetic surgery was linked to reduced anxiety, improved social confidence and a healthier self-image.
Ms Nora Nugent, consultant plastic surgeon and president of BAAPS, commented, “This research aims to inform surgeons and their patients about the genuine health benefits of aesthetic plastic surgery, while addressing misconceptions that reduce it to purely superficial motivations. The positive health impacts of aesthetic plastic surgery are frequently overlooked and understated.”