Whether you’re in the process of fixing a leaking pipe or contemplating undergoing overweight plastic surgery…
Looking beyond the flashy images and catchy animations of plastic surgery videos is the difference between a safe and healthy procedure and a potentially life-threatening one.
Don’t take these videos at face value. Here’s the truth that lies in most plastic surgery videos you see.
They Were Mostly Made by Non-Professional Surgeons.
Despite the seemingly convincing appeal and context of the videos, a team of evaluators reviewed plastic surgery videos online and concluded that around 94 videos did not have a medical professional performing or explaining the procedures.
What’s even alarming is that in the sea of plastic surgery video content available in various video-sharing or social media platforms, only 72 videos provided accurate medical information from board-certified physicians.
In the hopes of attracting clients, many service providers disguise marketing materials as medical information.
This in itself is a trap.
They Downplay the Risks and Overstate the Benefits
Because many of these videos act as marketing materials instead of sources of accurate and reliable information, you’ll notice how benefits are overstated and even exaggerated.
If a video discusses the breathtaking, instant, and pain-free results that await you, beware. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
It is crucial to know that every procedure, more so with obese plastic surgery, has some risks that shouldn’t be swept under the rug. These risks might affect your recovery period or even cause complications that you should be aware of.
The best way to be informed? Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon.
Remember, everybody reacts differently to the effects of surgery.
They Produce Unbelievable and Lightning-Quick Results
It is a common misconception that cosmetic surgery transforms your body instantly. It does not.
You need to have a reasonable recovery period to see the full effects of your surgery.
For example, liposuction only eliminates excess fat exercise or a healthy diet cannot get rid of. However, this doesn’t mean that you’ll immediately come out of the surgery with an hourglass figure.
A video that promises or displays far-fetched plastic surgery results is lying to you.
When watching such promotional videos, always be skeptical. Do your research before committing to a procedure.