September 15, 2008
How to Score a 10: Plastic Surgery for Men
According to movies, television shows and best selling
novels, the ideal look for a man must include 6 pack abs, a chiseled
jaw line, perfect pecs and oh, flawless skin… a tall order for even the
macho-est of the species.
So, more and more…men are turning to NIPS/ tucks and implants to achieve perfection.
In
a recent phenomenon, men now represent a growing segment of the
aesthetic surgery market. According to a February, 2008 consumer
survey, 57% of men approve of cosmetic surgery, with 20% saying they
would consider plastic surgery. Surprisingly, seventy-nine percent
(79%) of American men surveyed say they would not be embarrassed if
people, in addition to their family and close friends knew they had
undergone cosmetic surgery. Renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Nicholas
Nikolov of The Nilolov Center in Beverly Hills, states “approximately
20% of my facelift patients are men.”
However,
male plastic surgery requires a different set of rules than for women;
doctors must take into account factors such as skin thickness, beard
growth, skin type and body type. Dr. Nicholas Nikolov, M.D., states
“Men are interested in cosmetic surgery, but many times they wouldn’t
take the next step due to stigma or [fear of] being judged. Now, there
are procedures that are swaying men toward cosmetic surgery that have
grabbed their attention because they are more acceptable.”
Dr.
Nikolov continues, “In this competitive job market, many men want to
appear more youthful. As a result, they become more aware of the
importance of good nutrition and exercise. Many times, they also seek
cosmetic surgery to further enhance their appearance.” For men, the
abdomen, the chin, neck and even the breast area are all likely problem
areas that are resistant to diet and exercise.
And, women
aren’t the only ones worried about their breasts. Men are now seeking
breast reduction surgeries if they suffer from gynecomastia,
a condition more commonly known as “man-boobs” that affects between
40-60% of men. The cause for gynecomastia is really unknown, though
some doctors have linked the increase in male breast size to female
hormones in drinking water, and certain drugs. However these theories
are currently unsubstantiated.
The procedure removes fat
and/or glandular tissue from the breasts and you can also remove the
excess skin, resulting in a flatter, firmer, more contoured chest that
would rival Brad Pitt’s finely chiseled torso.
For men who
are looking for a facial overhaul, there are a bunch of options out
there specifically for the boys-club. For more information, check out:
www.drnikolov.com.
– http://www.americanhealthandbeauty.com/articles/?article=2176
