Surgery for the Right Reasons

At We Know Beauty, we're in the plastic surgery business, so our top plastic surgeons quite obviously don't have any moral objections to people wanting to foster a more positive self-image through cosmetic surgical procedures. At the same time, we believe very strongly that pervasive objectification culture that exists in today is just plain wrong.

A current and clear example of this is being covered this week by Plastic Surgery Portal. Venezuelan mannequin manufacturer Eliezer Álvarez is reportedly under fire for making alterations to his mannequins that promote and exploit many of the stereotypes and impossible expectations placed on women's bodies in society today.

Objectification is wrong, no matter whom the object is. Cosmetic surgery is ideal for people who want to improve their self-esteem and make a positive change in their life. But that is a decision that should be made in good conscience and for the right reasons—not out of shame or feelings of inadequacy. At We Know Beauty, our team of board certified plastic surgeons will sit down with clients for a thorough consultation to explore the best possible course of action in each individual case. Whether you are interested in a rhinoplasty or a tummy tuck in Beverly Hills, We Know Beauty can help improve your life without your feeling disrespected or humiliated about your body.

Tummy Tucks: Yes, Men Get Them Too!

Of all the plastic and cosmetic procedures performed at We Know Beauty, a notable minority are performed on men. In fact, procedures for men are on the rise year after year, according to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), who estimates that men account for 25 percent of new plastic surgery patients. In 2011, ASAPS reported that men had nearly 800,000 cosmetic procedures, which accounted for 9% of all procedures carried out by ASAPS doctors that year. While that may not sound like much, it's a 121% increase from the total number of men who underwent plastic surgery in 1997!

Men who come to We Know Beauty  often benefit from the same procedures offered to women, but with the masculine approach. Men usually choose cosmetic procedures such as rhinoplasty, liposuction, eyelid surgery, and male breast reduction. However, some may be surprised to learn that that includes a tummy tuck in Beverly Hills. Most often utilized for men who have lost significant weight upwards of 100 pounds, men who are most likely to benefit from a tummy tuck have undergone bariatric surgery.

At We Know Beauty, we cater to patients of all ages and backgrounds, including gender. We believe that successful bariatric surgery patients often benefit from a tummy tuck to make their abdomen tauter and smooth out the skin that has become loose from losing so much weight. If you are interested in learning more about what the best plastic surgeons in Beverly Hills have to offer, contact us today!