3 Reasons Why Pittsburgh Men are Getting Plastic Surgery
Our fast-paced, social media driven, contemporary world has changed the social norms regarding plastic surgery. Now, more than ever, men are seeking cosmetic procedures to improve their self-confidence and get ahead in today’s cutthroat job market. Contrary to some popular stereotypes, most men who are getting plastic surgery don’t want to significantly alter their appearance.
Instead, Pittsburgh men are looking to enhance their features, look younger, and feel like a better version of themselves. Not surprisingly, the top 3 reasons why men in Pittsburgh opt for plastic surgery have to do with self-improvement within the most important aspects of their lives.
1. Further Their Careers
There is a growing body of research regarding the link between your physical appearance and your job performance. One such study found that workers who exercise regularly (and thus have a fit, toned physique) earn up to 10 percent more than those who don’t work out (Journal of Labor Research). Other, similar, studies have concluded that obesity, makeup, hair color, and your height can all significantly influence your earnings and the likelihood of a promotion (Forbes Magazine).
Of course, this isn’t to say that in order to be successful, you have to be superficial. However, it does point to the fact that the way you look can greatly influence the way you project yourself to the world, especially when it comes to your career. Thus, many men seek cosmetic procedures to look and feel like the best possible versions of themselves so that they can project an accurate image to the world.
2. Enhance Their Love Life
Research has shown that women who undergo plastic surgery tend to report higher levels of satisfaction with their love life and intimate relationships (American Society of Plastic Surgeons). But the same effect can be true for men as well. Men and women alike need to feel confident in themselves to have a healthy, satisfying relationship. While a greater emphasis has traditionally been placed on women’s appearances, with the rise of social media and changing societal norms, men are certainly not immune to feelings of self-consciousness or a negative body image.
Plastic surgery procedures like rhinoplasty, liposuction, and male breast reduction can help men gain the confidence they need to improve their love life and to love the way they look.
3. Serve as a “Daddy Do-Over”
You’ve probably heard of a mommy makeover before, and a daddy do-over is very much the same thing–only for men. The internet may be to blame for finally giving the so-called “Dad Bod” a label, but like women, men tend to focus much less on themselves once they’ve had children. This, teamed with the fact that men’s metabolism and testosterone levels begin to decrease in their 40s, can result in excess fat storage and low self-esteem. So while men aren’t experiencing pregnancy, they can still experience the effects of aging and tireless parenting that can lead to extra wear and tear on the body.
Taking the Next Step
If you’re a man considering plastic surgery, you’re certainly not alone. In 2015, men accounted for 40 percent of the aesthetic breast procedures performed in the United States, and the occurrence of nearly all other cosmetic procedures in men has been increasing by at least 1 percent each year (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
Whether you simply want to enhance your workout results or better your career and intimate relationships, plastic surgery may be able to give you the confidence that you need to feel great about yourself. Pittsburgh board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Heil of Premier Plastic Surgery & Dermatology has ample experience performing a variety of plastic surgeries on men, and has been named as one of Pittsburgh’s top plastic surgeons.
If you’d like to discuss your unique needs and goals with a highly experienced professional, contact us at 724-264-3608 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Heil. You owe it to yourself to invest some time and energy into feeling revitalized and confident in yourself.
