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Plastic Surgery And The Entertainment Industry
By Jaci Rae, Thu Dec 8th
In an industry where you are judged primarily on your looks andyour age, plastic surgery is almost mandatory for any age group.It's becoming just as important in the corporate world, too.Artists and executives are more likely to get hired if theyappear young, trim and attractive. A nip here, a tuck there andyou're good to go. But what happens when something goes terribly wrong? We've seensome very odd sightings both on the streets of LA and on thecovers of various supermarket tabloids. Burt Reynolds and FarrahFawcett seem to have their skin pulled so tightly that theirfaces are actually misshapen. Joan Rivers jokes about talkingthrough her navel after so many face lifts. Then there's theinfamous Michael Jackson. A plastic surgeon on the Discovery Channel recently stated thatMichael Jackson's nose is actually dying from all the surgery.They displayed a recent picture of Michael Jackson in court andthe skin was actually peeling off his nose. And now there isspeculation that his nose is really a prosthesis.
While these particular surgeries are all considered elective,many plastic surgeries are required to correct a serous defector repair someone after an accident, or to correct a medicalsituation brought about by a previous surgery. So, how do you choose a reputable plastic surgeon and minimizethe potential disastrous effects of surgery or surgicalcomplications? People on the "A" list in the entertainmentindustry get recommendations from other celebrities who have hadskilled surgeons work on them. But, what do the rest of us do?You know, those of us who don't make $25 million a picture orhave $43 million record deals do? The sad fact is that many individuals base their decision onwhether their doctor participates in their insurance program'sPPO or HMO. Others base their decision on the price of thesurgery. Neither of these methods guarantees a skilled surgeon,and if you're shopping around for a bargain deal, limit that towhat you can find at the local Wal-Mart, not your surgeon.You're risking your life if you do. There have been numeroushorror stories and even deaths resulting from bargain basementsurgeons promising beautiful breast or a youthful appearance. Since it appears as if it's almost mandatory that people in theentertainment industry get plastic surgery at some point intheir careers, you need to choose wisely. Here are a fewquestions you should ask when seeking out a skilled andreputable surgeon. 1.Get several recommendations from verifiable and reliablesources. 2.Check with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to verifyif he or she is in good standing. Here is their website:http://www.plasticsurgery.org/. Also go to the American Board ofPlastic Surgeons: http://www.abplsurg.org/ to see if the doctorsyou are considering are listed. The American Board of Plastic Surgeons is the only specialtyboard responsible for certifying plastic surgeons approved bythe American Medical Association and the American Board ofMedical Specialties. Any doctor who is certified by the boardmust meet the following requirements: * They must have graduated from a school, which is accredited atthe time of graduation by the Liaison Committee for MedicalEducation (LCME), a Canadian Medical School accredited by theCommittee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS),or from a United States osteopathic school accredited by theAmerican Osteopathic Association (AOA). * They must havecompleted a minimum of three years clinical training in generalsurgery, or complete an approved residency in orthopedicsurgery, or be certified by the American Board ofOtolaryngology. * They must have completed a minimum of two tothree years approved residency training for plastic surgery inthe United States or Canada. * They must have successfullypassed a written, practical and oral examination in plasticsurgery. * They must maintain an ethical standing in thecommunity as well as moral status. You can also check with the Federal Trade Commission forinstructions: http://www.ftc.gov/. Don't go strictly by thecertificates on the wall. Anyone can look impressive by printingup (or ordering) a certificate
or a diploma and getting a goodframer. Ask questions of the doctor!!! Find out what percentage of hissurgical practice is spent performing the type surgery you areinterested in. Find out the length of time your doctor hasinvested in training for the procedure, as well as how many ofthe procedure you are choosing to undertake they have performedin total and how many years they have actually performed it. Askhow many of these surgeries were successful and how many werenot. Ask what they attributed for the negative results. Find outwhat happened and why so it doesn't happen to you. Also find outif they are continuing their education to keep fresh in thefield. If the doctor is resentful or cops an attitude because you askdetailed questions and expect complete answers from them, walkaway, going on to the next doctor on your list. They should havenothing to hide. There are dentists who have gone to a weekendseminar and are now certified to do liposuction. Now that'sscary! Plastic surgery is a very lucrative business withbillions of dollars spent annually. Everyone wants his or herpiece of the pie. Make sure to verify all information withreliable sources. 1.Tell your doctor you would like to speak to some of hispatients who have already had similar procedures done. Mostreputable surgeons adhere to this practice. 2.Get a second opinion from the second doctor on your list andrepeat steps 2-4 again before you make your decision. Askyourself an important question: "Who did I feel, gut levelfeeling, more comfortable with?" Then and only then, make yourinformed decision. While all of these steps may seem like overkill, and may takesome time, they will save you years of additional reconstructivesurgery and thousands of dollars if you ask questions, verifyinformation and practice patience at the onset. A year and a half ago I had a medical need to undergo breastreduction. I had insurance and simply chose a provider on mylist. I made my decision based on my insurance carrier. I didn'tdo my due diligence and check the doctor out as I am advocatingyou do. Unfortunately, a year after the surgery, I was stillsuffering from infection, hardening and complete numbness inboth breasts, not just in one area. Additionally the surgeryleft me with a deformity on both sides that caused problems bothphysically and esthetically. I had to undergo more surgery as aresult, but once again I was at a loss of who to go to, or moreimportantly who I should trust. A good friend of mine had a child who unfortunately needed toundergo plastic surgery. She knew my plight and recommended herchild's doctor. I was little apprehensive as you can imagine. I spoke to other friends about future surgery. I mentioned mythoughts about using this doctor. And, to my surprise, many ofthem had heard of him. Apparently he is very famous in theentertainment industry and extremely well respected. After seeing him, I understood how he had earned his reputation.He and his staff were, and are incredible! I have never been toany doctor who was as thorough or able to put me as much at ease. Needless to say I'm doing extremely well now because of him andhis staff's skill and care. After all I went through with suchan essential part of my physical body and appearance, as well asmy personal health, I am on the road to recovery finally. Take a word of warning from someone who has "been there, donethat," do your research. If you choose poorly, especially whileworking in an industry that places so much emphasis on physicalbeauty, you may no longer have the career you once had; and moreimportantly, you may not have your health or your life. Just asyou practiced your craft to become the best at what you do,carefully pick a surgeon who has put the same care and effortinto his training. In this case you will get what you pay for. Copyright 2005 Jaci Rae About the author:Jaci Rae is the #1 Best Selling author of "Winning Points withthe Woman in Your Life One Touchdown at a Time" ISBN 0974622907and "The Indie Guide To Music, Marketing and Money" ISBN097462294X as well as the host of the Jaci Rae show. To hearJaci's popular show, with some of the top behind the scenes aswell as famous bands go to: www.jacirae.com click on the weeklyshow link.
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