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Reader Questions of the month. Topic: Plastic Surgery

Q: What is botox? What are they injecting into a person?

A: Botox is created from bacterium and according to Medical News Today, “in large doses the protein causes botulism, a rare paralytic illness”. It is used to treat wrinkle lines a facial creases by weakening the muscles. (1)

Q: Are breast implant materials safe?

A: According to the FDA, silicon gel-filled implants are only approved for women 22 or older. There are many implant complications that could occur with breast implants and nothing is 100 percent safe. (6)

Q: What’s the most common procedure for men?

A: According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, botox is the number one procedure done on men. (par. 7)

Q: Does liposuction get rid of cellulite of stretch marks?

A: ASPS states that “liposuction does not get rid of cellulite or diminish stretch marks?” (par 8)

Q: Is plastic surgery safe?

A: All cosmetic surgeries come with risks just like any other surgery.

Q: How many people a year get plastic surgery?

A: The American Society of Plastic Surgeons states, “14.6 million cosmetic plastic surgeries were performed in the United States in 2012”. (1)

Q: Can people get addicted to plastic surgery?

A: Michael Roizen, Medical Doctor states, “Yes, it's tempting to have additional procedures, but plastic surgery can be as addictive as any drug”. (par. 2)

Q: How much pain and scarring are associated with plastic surgery?

A: Pain depends on the individual and procedure. Scarring is usually a side effect of plastic surgery; some scars will fade and be hardly noticeable but some may never fully heal.