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True or False?

On this post, we will dispel some myths about plastic surgery that most people seem to have.

Sometimes it is hard to separate the truth from the rumors so we specifically asked our followers what their main concerns are.

 

 

Plastic surgery results are temporary? False

Plastic surgery results are not temporary. However, the surgery results can change as you age, which is normal. For example, if you have a facelift at 45, you may need a re-touch at 60 or 65 but that is natural since the aging process does not stop. Another example is bone surgery, after shaving the jaw bones, the bones will not continue to grow or change as you age so it is a permanent change to your facial bone structure.

Only vain people or people with low self-esteem get surgery? False

All kinds of people have surgery and everyone is motivated by different goals. Trying to look your best is actually a positive thing, and will increase your quality of life.

Plastic surgery can transform your face into someone else’s? False

We do see the Kim Kardashian look-alikes but they had a similar facial structure so surgery gave them similar looks. For someone with completely difference facial structures, it is not possible to alter your face to look like someone in particular. Plastic surgery can only enhance your own features.

Skin ages prematurely if you have facial bone surgery? False

Skin does not age faster because of surgery. Aging is a normal process and is caused by loss of collagen or reduction in facial fat.

Botched surgeries cannot be fixed? False

Botched surgeries can be fixed to some extent. It really depends on the surgery and what went wrong during the surgery. There are many successful revision surgeries.

Surgery makes you look “Fake”? False

For people who like the “fake” or “plastic” look, they have the option of requesting for more extreme results. However, most people nowadays prefer natural looking results. Plastic surgery techniques have evolved to produce very natural surgery results.

You cannot exercise after plastic surgery? True

For 1-3 months after surgery, intensive exercise is not recommended. However, light exercise (walking) is possible and recommended to help reduce the swelling.

Silicone implants can cause breast implant illness? False

There are many controversial cases in the news lately, with both saline and silicone implants stating that the implants caused illness. According to our surgeons, the probability of that happening is so rare. Other doctors also have the same opinions but it remains to be seen.

Breastfeeding is possible after getting silicone implants? True

With a breast augmentation, as long as the implants are placed under the muscle, then there is no problem with breast feeding. For cases where the incision is made on the nipple or areola, there is a risk for the milk ducts to get damaged.

Liquid silicone cannot be completely removed? True

Liquid silicone requires surgical removal. Depending on the mass, and the scar tissues around it, it can be removed but not 100% possible most of the time.

Breast implant surgery always leaves a scar? True

The scar will fade with time, and will not be that visible but it will be there. You can apply an ointment for fading the scar, one month after surgery (easily available at any pharmacy in Korea) and that will help. If the scar still bothers you, 6 months after your surgery, you can get laser treatment for the scars.

Can the nipple sensitivity permanently be altered by breast surgery? False

The sensation is lost temporarily after surgery, and returns with time. How long this takes, really depends on the individual.

Fat transfer/graft gets re-absorbed? True

Fat graft does get re-absorbed. The re-absorption rate differs per individual. If you are a person who is quite a thing and prone to loss of fat, then getting a fat graft may not be viable. There is no way to determine how your body will react or how long the results will last. Read this post for more information about fat graft.

Facial contouring surgery causes skin sagging? True

The facial bones are the structures that hold the facial skin, muscles, tissues and fat upright. Reducing the size of the bones can result in sagging, depending on your skin elasticity. The younger you are, and the better your skin elasticity is, it is easy to bounce back and the skin tightens on its own. For other cases, an additional lifting procedure is recommended to prevent any sagging.

Does ID Hospital have shadow/ghost doctors? False

That is one of the biggest rumors floating around the internet. The Korean government has strict rules about having another doctor perform a patient’s surgery. Every doctor hired at ID Hospital, has a minimum clinical experience of 5 years, and is Board certified, so that rumor can be laid to rest.

You need to be old to get a lifting surgery? False

Actually getting procedures in your 30s will help you stay younger for a longer time, and slow aging.

Rhinoplasty will make your nose tip hard to the touch? True

Yes, whether it is an implant or cartilage, your nose tip will be harder than before.

Will you get keloids if you have surgery (if you are prone to getting keloids)? True

If you are prone to getting keloids in a certain area, then having surgery in that area could result in keloids. However, there is a lower chance of getting keloids if you do not have it in the area you want to have surgery.

Plastic surgery does not improve confidence? False

There are different types of confidence. Confidence in your looks, skills, abilities etc. Plastic surgery will improve your confidence in your looks but it is up to you how you will use that confidence. You have to use that confidence to improve your life. If you have a negative personality, having surgery will not make your life better. Working on your emotional health is just as important. Read this post about emotional health after surgery.

Can you get veneers and V-line surgery together? False

Right after V-line surgery, you will not be able to open your mouth wide enough to have the veneers done. We recommend waiting 6 months post-surgery to get the veneers. Getting the veneers right before surgery is also not recommended because there is a higher chance of the veneers falling off or getting chipped during the surgery. ID Hospital does have a dental clinic and we can offer to fix the veneers, but it would be hard to fix right after the surgery because you won’t be able to open your mouth wide enough.