The character Karina was influenced to put silicone in her breasts before she came of age
Those who follow Rede Globo’s nine o’clock soap opera Travessia have seen that the character Karina, played by actress Danielle Olímpia, a teenager, was influenced by a blogger friend to have a silicone implant in her breast. “Adolescence is a stage where self-esteem still depends a lot on looking good. In addition to bullying, which is a reason for seeking aesthetic procedures, digital media itself can lead to this discomfort with one’s image,” he says plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Lobo Botelho, president of BAPS (Brazilian Association of Plastic Surgeons).
Before undergoing plastic surgery, according to the doctor, it is essential that young people are psychologically prepared to face the change in their image after the operation. “In this sense and considering some peculiarities, adolescents, when they are physically and mentally healthy, can perform procedures, provided they are accompanied in the consultation by their guardians,” he explains.
Plastic surgery indications
The association maintains that the indication for surgery is more linked to the problem than to the age of the patient, but it is necessary to evaluate the level of growth, physical evolution and maturation of the patient. Overall, the reconstructive surgeries they have no age limit; cosmetic surgery, on the other hand, can be performed from the age of 16, subject to parental authorization.
BAPS, however, cautions that the clinician must be aware of issues such as changes in body image perception, which becomes a pathology when it begins to affect the adolescent’s social life and health, demonstrating that the young person’s mental model is not conforms to reality.
Need for medical and parental assistance
In cases of image distortion, the body itself becomes a real experience for them. BAPS argues that adolescents should ideally talk to their parents and, after obtaining permission, have a frank discussion with their doctor about the expectations and outcomes of the procedure. surgeryas well as pre- and post-operative care.
“Before performing treatments on adolescents, the surgeon should talk extensively with this audience to verify that the patient is a good candidate for the surgery, ensure that they are seeking the procedure for the right reasons and are emotionally mature to deal with the stresses of whole process, from anesthesia and healing to possible complications”, underlines the president of the association.
Interventions that can be performed on adolescents
Some procedures are simple, although not without complications, and can be a good way to restore self-esteem for young people. For example, otoplasty (ear surgery), which can be performed from the age of six, when the ear is 80-90% of adult size, but at the age before the onset of school life, avoiding bullying.
«In some cases the operation also brings functional benefits, which help the patient to carry out daily activities better. mammoplasty reduction or mastopexy, which eliminate the discomfort of very large breasts, back and shoulder pain, dermatological irritation in the region, among other factors,” underlines the BAPS president. under 16, a multidisciplinary assessment is recommended to characterize a procedure of repair.
A rhinoplasty it can also be done, but usually after age 16, when the nose is fully developed. In the case of liposuction, the best thing to do is wait until you come of age. “If you really decide to opt for plastic surgery, it is imperative that the patient or the managers do some research before choosing a specialist, in order to be sure of the doctor’s competence, developing a relationship of trust with him”, concludes dr . Daniel Lobo Botelho.
Edited by Claudia from Holding
Source: Terra
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