Cosmetic surgery - would you, have you?

I would and I have, but the secret is to know when to stop. It can be addictive which is why there are some horrible outcomes.

I had a facelift in my late 40s. The surgeon was terrific. He said, "You'll look just like yourself but tidier" and he was right. I have no regrets and there is absolutely no need to end up the way American women seem to look after they have surgery. Some of them seem to look like Siamese cats! I didn't tell people about it but lots asked if I'd lost weight (I hadn't) and also told me I was looking well. I got about 25% of the price back by writing about it for a magazine so that was a bonus!

I think cosmetic surgery and tattoos become an addiction, once you start you just keep going and it all ends up looking really ugly(in my opinion) apart from the expense.

But there isn’t a clear dividing line between plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery and non-invasive procedures. Some procedures have a dual purpose - the primary purpose may be functional, for example if vision is impaired through heavy eyelids, but there is a cosmetic benefit too.
And a facial feature, whether congenital or acquired through the ageing process, that some people may accept, may be a source of unhappiness or even depression in others.
No-one should be under pressure from
others to undergo any surgical procedure, but conversely no-one should judge anyone else for wanting, in their own eyes, to improve their appearance, whether it’s lifting sagging boobs, nose-reduction, facial fillers, whitening their teeth or just colouring their hair.

No,never, I am happy to age gracefully thank you very much! Obviously this does not apply if you have been in an accident, or had cancer treatment et al.

icanhandthemback

I'd like my veiny face done but the rest of me can just hang!

I had some thread veins on my face lasered. They said it would take more than one treatment and the first one didn't make much difference but the second was a great improvement. Its non-invasive though, so not an operation.

I have the Scaramanga gene which means I was born with an extra set of nipples. I had them removed by a plastic surgeon at my mum’s behest. I wish I’d kept them . Other than that, no. I’m not brave enough.

I should have said cosmetic not plastic surgery. Obviously if someone has disfiguring injuries or medical problems they should have it, but most people on this thread were writing about procedures to make them look younger and I don’t think this is generally successful.

Thanks Meryl I’d forgotten I’d posted that

Nvella I have never yet seen anyone improved by plastic surgery and most look absolutely weird.
Do you know many people who have had plastic surgery?

Did you know that plastic surgery evolved from the work of Sir Archibald McIndoe who treated World War 2 RAF veterans who had been horribly disfigured by severe facial burns?

One of the charities I support is Saving Faces savingfaces.co.uk , which raises funds for the Facial Surgery Research Foundation.
If you take a look at their website you will see it is dedicated to improving outcomes for people with severe facial injury following trauma or diseases such as cancer.

Please don’t be so dismissive. Whether someone is severely disfigured, or just very unhappy with some aspect of their appearance, plastic surgery can give them the confidence they need to face the world and lead a near-normal life.

Caro I too know someone who had her hooded eyelids reduced on the NHS. The difference was amazing. Interference with vision is justification for surgery (or should be).

MimiEliza
What your getting confused with, is: Janeainsworth was quoting another posters words.
When you see italics posted they are someone else’s words.

mimiEliza
Janesainsworth, please could you let me know the name+ practice where you had this done. Many thanks

Sorry, where I had what done? I think you may have the wrong poster!

Sorry - I have never yet seen anyone improved by plastic surgery and most look absolutely weird.

I think the most attractive feature of any face is a smile or a laugh, so I'll focus on those, thank you, and they don't cost a penny!

People have always commented on how young I looked. However, having gone through three bereavements in the past three years, two of which were sudden (my brother in an accident when he was 59 and my husband with a cardiac arrest at 54) I know I have aged. I have been in contact with a surgeon in Glasgow who is well known for the amazing work he does and am waiting to hear back from him. I would not consider anything major as I couldn't manage the recovery time but fillers, botox, one stitch lift - yes. I just want to look a bit fresher and have a more defined jawline. I don't spend money on gym memberships, expensive haircuts or facials so I tell myself some "tweakments" are my indulgences. If the surgeon tells me professional scaffolding and poly filler are the only way forward I will just have to accept the lines that have appeared! Finger crossed he can help.

I had a broken nose and it was large, so had a nose job at 35. Excellent as it’s not a tiny ski slope. It’s nice,as someone earlier said, to just forget about your nose!
After my husband died, I had my eyelids done and liposuction under my chin. Again, an excellent result.
Before lockdown, I had Botox and fillers regularly, not overdone, it’s wonderful. My best friend is very high maintenance, so I see how things look on her before I take the plunge. She is 61, but looks about 40, and very natural looking.
Now I see my number 11s between my eyes and will refresh myself when the world calms down and I’m out and about again,

I would like to have a jowl lift and maybe some fillers but I can’t afford it. Would also like my teeth fixed.
I had a breast reduction a few years back after wanting one for years but being refused on Nhs. It was well worth it because I am only 5ft 2 and was totally out of proportion, uncomfortable,and have been self conscious about it all my life.

Janesainsworth, please could you let me know the name+ practice where you had this done. Many thanks

i am 73 and all my life have been plagued by acne when i was younger, took all my confidence then the results of trying to cover the spots etc, the doctors then were no help at all , if i could have had some sort of procedure to cover the scars i would have dont it like a shot, now its wrinkles as well

Caro57. My cousin had hooded eyelids - she got them fixed on the NHS.
I would love to have non-evasive surgery - no courage though.

I had fillers when I was 59 in my nasalabial folds the part between nose and mouth it happen when you loose fat cells in your face and it droops. I told my family and friends. I was very happy with it and would have it again.

I would love to have my jowls "lifted" as my whole face seems to sag.
I always wanted my DH to try botox. He has deep vertical "tram"lines above his nose and, as his eyes are quite close together anyway and his nose is large, he always looks fiercely angry and as if he is frowning. The trouble is that he doesn't realise that I meant it!
I have lymphoedema in my right foot and ankle meaning it is permanently swollen and puffy. There is a hospital in Oxford that does surgery on lymph "tubes". I don't know if that is classed as plastic surgery , but I would love to have it done. I expect it will be mind numbingly expensive so it will remain a dream.

I have very hooded eyes and, if it could be guaranteed to work (which it can’t) would consider having a lid ‘tuck’ as it could help with eye sight

No personally l would not,but each to their own.
I find they all look a bit weird as they get older facially.

I would love a thread lift and excess skin from my upper eyelids. I constantly research it but never take it further but maybe this year. If it makes you feel good and can afford it do it!