Historically, plastic surgery has been more associated with women as a procedure, and men have been shy to get these kinds of surgeries. But with the world changing, it’s becoming more common for men, and they are getting more comfortable with the idea of changing their appearance. 

We can see more and more demand from clinics in Australia and around the world for surgical enhancements for men, so what’s driving this increase? In this article, we’re going to look at the common procedures for men, their motivations, and the results they can expect afterwards.

Why Do Men Get Plastic Surgery?

Men pursue plastic surgery for a variety of reasons. Some look to improve their appearance and keep going in an attempt not to look artificial, while others look to address specific concerns related to things like aging, weight loss or body image. But more and more these days, men are turning to cosmetic surgery. It is becoming, if not quite routine, then certainly accepted in the new world of ours for men to go under the knife or laser to beat the clock and change the signs of aging. 

But there is a difference between traditional surgeries and those that men go for today. Typically, men opt for an appearance and physique that is fit, toned and muscular, so most of the time, plastic surgery is geared toward these goals. In our society, those with more aesthetic appearances are more favoured, leading to more men aiming for improved appearances.

The Most Common Surgeries

There are now so many different types available for men and women around the world. But only a select few, we can see more men getting as viable options. They are due to the nature of men’s issues as opposed to women, but also personal preference plays a part as well.

Liposuction

Among the most common, liposuction ranks as one of the most sought-after cosmetic procedures. At its core, liposuction removes fat from chosen parts of the body, such as the abdomen, flanks, chest and thighs, that hide an otherwise sculpted physique. Typically, for men, liposuction is not an issue of beauty, but the goal is to spot and reduce some parts of the body that might be bothering them so they can reveal their physique.

The procedure for liposuction involves isolating and locating parts of the body that need to have fat removed. Typically, general anesthesia will be applied to the body and the fat will be sucked out. While the procedure itself can be quite quick, there is still some time that the patient must wait for healing to occur once it is completed.

Gynecomastia

If you’ve never heard the term gynecomastia, it is a condition affecting males where the breast tissue is unusually enlarged. It is another very common surgery that men get, and the condition itself comes from a variety of factors. Males suffer from gynecomastia from things such as hormonal imbalances, obesity, medications, steroid abuse or even just genetics. This can result in self-esteem issues because of the feminine look that enlarged breast tissues give.

When men go in for gynecomastia surgery, they typically go under the knife for a surgical procedure that corrects the condition so that the chest is flatter. They not only remove the fat tissue but also the breast tissue in the affected areas. Sometimes, hormonal procedures are also used. Nevertheless, this surgery is becoming less and less stigmatised than in the past.

Rhinoplasties

Rhinoplasties, or in other words, a nose job, remain a popular surgery for men due to a couple of reasons. These are usually similar to women’s reasons for nose jobs because they remain an integral part of the face and have a massive impact on a male’s appearance. A poorly shaped nose or an overly prominent nose can make the other features look worse.

The physical appearance itself isn’t the only reason many aim to get rhinoplasties. For many, especially those who might have had injuries to the nose, it can correct breathing and other functional problems. It can be especially common for sports enthusiasts involved in things like boxing or other contact sports where nasal passages need to be clear, and the risk of nose injury is high.

Facelift

The facelift isn’t just for the ladies. Now, more men are going for this procedure. They might not be as common, though, as it’s not functional, and men are a little less worried about aging than women. However, there is still a good proportion of men who want to get facelifts in order to look younger, whether that be for vanity reasons or because they are in a career that relies on their physical appearance.

This procedure doesn’t really work on the apparent skin, but is done by tightening the skin and muscles that are underneath the face. What the surgeon usually does is pull those muscles underneath the face that will, in turn, tighten everything up. It will eventually pull everything up, restoring things to have that youthful contour, lift to the jawline and better look to the skin.

Hair Transplant

Many men are concerned about hair los,s and this is something that can dramatically decrease confidence. We can see this with the array of solutions and supplements on the market that aim to solve the problem of baldness. Not everyone can rock the Vin Diesel look, and many want to hold on to their luscious locks. This is where hair transplants come into play as a surgical option, and luckily, technology has developed, making it more and more viable as an option.

The way that hair transplants work is by transporting hair follicles from one part of the head that has lush and thick hair and transplanting them to the site where the hair is thinning or balding. It is done through different methods, such as the FUT or FUE method, which can involve taking individual stands as opposed to a strip of hair to transport. They are both effective, and with advances in technology, hair transplants are becoming more viable.

Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty is also known as eyelid surgery and is quite a common procedure among men. As the passage of time ages us, the skin around the eye can lose elasticity, leading to a rather droopy-looking eyelid and excessive skin bulging out of the eyes. This leads to a lid crease. The surgery aims to get rid of this droopy eyelid look and make the eyelids look nice and plump in a youthful way.

While it isn’t the most in-demand type of surgery, there is a good demographic of older men who choose this relatively minor adjustment. It is those with excess wrinkling on their faces that can get the most impact. There are also some cases where vision may be impaired due to genetics or an incident, so it’s not necessarily always the cosmetic factor with blepharoplasty.

Summary

The world of plastic surgery for both men and women is changing rapidly, and luckily, it’s getting more and more accepted for men to get work done. However, the procedures tend to be more conventional and deal with issues of contouring and function. They are aimed at getting the patient looking more youthful and have a traditional masculine aesthetic. These fixes are the top option for men, and we can only expect more and more men to opt for these surgeries as acceptance continues to grow.