The debate over cosmetic surgery has always been heated. Often, cosmetic procedures that are unnatural or performed without proper attention to the patient's physicality lead to results that appear excessive or tend to verge on vulgarity. Some professionals have argued against "excesses," advocating these procedures exclusively by specialists in reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery. Therefore, the rule of thumb is to seek guidance from those who have undergone extensive professional and educational training; but it's also important to always listen to the advice of professionals, allowing yourself to be guided toward a result that appears as natural as possible.
The debate on the excesses of cosmetic surgery is being addressed by several professionals in the sector.
Dr. Gennaro D'Orsi
Gennaro D'orsi, Doctor-Surgeon
the Dr. Gennaro D'Orsi specialized in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, with a predilection in cosmetic surgery of the breast, the doctor currently works both in Rome and Pozzuoli (Naples) and is particularly interested in correctly informing his patients on the correct use of cosmetic surgery.
The specialist must be able to guide towards a natural and suitable job for the person
In this regard, it is very common for patients to present themselves to a professional with excessive, unrealistic, or unachievable requests. The specialist's role, in this case, is to listen to the patient's requests, allowing for any concerns and needs, and then guiding the patient toward the most appropriate and correct option for their individual needs.
Psychological support
Particular attention should also be paid to patients who fall into specific psychological spectrums of obsessive-compulsive disorder, such as those suffering from "body dysmorphic disorder." In this particular case, the disorder presents as excessive preoccupation with physical defects, sometimes imaginary or significantly less serious than the patient's own experience. The focus of the pathology in this case is precisely related to aesthetic appearance and is often characterized by intrusive thoughts that cause distress related to one or more physical defects. In these particular cases, the advice of the Dr. D'Orsi is to address, first of all, a psychological therapy, trying to support the patient through careful and delicate treatment.
Natural aesthetic interventions
Beyond the more specific psychological distortions, Dr. D'Orsi seeks, in his work, to highlight the potentially horrific results of improper cosmetic or plastic surgery. The so-called "monster" results of surgery must be contrasted with more natural, harmonious interventions. The result of cosmetic surgery, in fact, must never be noticed and never be visually recognizable. The approach of many professionals, including Dr. Gennaro D'Orsi, is therefore to never accept exaggerated requests, trying instead to guide the patient towards the choice best suited to their physical condition.
Breast reconstruction
Particular reflection, in this context, must be attributed to the breast reconstruction. An excessively unnatural result, for example, with an overly full upper chest, creates an extremely unnatural effect. Breast augmentation, on the other hand, must be performed in an almost "tailored" manner, respecting the patient's physique and choosing the most suitable technique for each individual case. Surgical excess can never be the choice; each procedure must always be different, adapted to the individual patient and aimed at a specific goal. elegant and harmonious result.
Highlight the different possibilities
A final focus, according to Dr. Gennaro D'Orsi, is to be dedicated to the difference between medicine and cosmetic surgery. Patients often ask which of the various intervention modalities is best without truly understanding the two approaches. There is no single approach that is preferable to another; rather, it is important to inform patients about the advantages and limitations of both disciplines.
Aesthetic medicine and cosmetic surgery
Aesthetic medicineIf performed with a rigorous scientific approach, it can yield extremely satisfying results. However, if it goes beyond its limits, it risks unnatural results due to a harsher procedure. Beyond this stage, it is the professional's responsibility to direct the patient to surgery when medical treatment is no longer able to provide the desired results. Typically, we tend to start with aesthetic medicine interventions, such as skin rejuvenation with injections or fillers., and then move on – after having made the patient familiar with the changes in his body – to surgery.
Surgical interventions are generally more complex than medical ones and offer more decisive and long-lasting results. In conclusion, Dr. Gennaro D'Orsi's advice is to rely on highly specialized professionals, capable of guiding the outcome of the intervention towards the effect most suited to the physicality of the person undergoing it.