13 Dec Marc Jacobs Sparks Transparency with Facelift
We’ve come a long way since the days of thinking plastic surgery is something that needs to be hidden. Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center is committed to helping patients achieve the aesthetic and confidence they deserve with facelifts, breast augmentations, tummy tucks, and liposuction. Although it’s clear that we’re progressing when it comes to making plastic surgery mainstream, a recent post by 58-year-old Marc Jacobs has renewed this evolution.
Recently, the designer posted a selfie on Instagram with a gauzed-up face and the hashtag #f*$kgravity. It quickly surpassed the 5o,000 “like” mark as Jacobs revealed he opted for a deep-plane facelift, a facelift technique that is aggressive and yet yields natural results. Jacobs continued to share his recovery progress in the following weeks. When everyone saw how incredible his facelift was looking, it begged the question: why don’t we talk about plastic surgery more?
The Zoom-Based Boom
Plastic surgery has been on the rise well before the pandemic. However, once everyone spent hours every day staring at themselves on Zoom, demands for plastic surgery really went through the roof. Not only are we looking at ourselves more, a lot of us are still working from home or on flex schedules that allow us to treat ourselves to the surgeries we’ve always wanted. It turns out, you can continue to work from home while being post-op in many cases. This is true even of the facelift—as Jacobs showed the world.
The creator of the deep-plane technique says that when the designer posted the photos, “people could see that it wasn’t this big, horrible, painful long recovery, which is a concern around plastic surgery … and Marc still looked like himself afterward.” A lack of transparency and discussion about plastic surgery is why many people put it off or opt not to get it altogether—even when these surgeries can be positively life-changing. If you only have one life and one chance to look and feel your best, why not go for it?
Education and Plastic Surgery
It can definitely be overwhelming to begin your plastic surgery journey. Where do you go? Who will give you the “best” results? How can you know for certain? Since cosmetic surgery still isn’t talked about as openly as it should be, a lot of people can’t ask their close friends for recommendations—but you can enjoy the next best thing. Online reviews and before and after galleries are the best ways to begin this journey.
Consider online reviews akin to asking your community for recommendations, because that’s exactly what they are… recommendations. You can quickly glean if a potential plastic surgeon is board-certified (they don’t legally have to be to practice, but you definitely want someone who is board-certified!) and see for yourself what kind of results you can expect.
Before and after galleries are true treasures. Look for patients who underwent the same surgeries you’re interested in and you’ll get a sneak preview of what you can expect. However, also bear in mind that a reputable plastic surgeon in Scottsdale is going to customize the procedure to you. If you see a lot of people who end up with the exact same size and shape of breasts in the breast implant gallery, that might be a sign that personalization isn’t going to happen.
Getting Ready for Cosmetic Surgery
It’s easy to get drawn into months and even years of online research. You’re not going to know if a surgeon is really the right one for you without consultation. This meeting is where you can really get all the details, get answers to your questions, and check-in with your gut instinct about whether this is the right surgeon for you. Find a surgeon who specializes in just a few procedures. A jack of all trades and master of none is not who you want performing your surgery. Once you’ve narrowed down your selection based on reviews, before/after galleries, and you’ve checked what they offer and their certifications, it’s time to make the consultation leap.
Plastic surgery is a big deal. It’s a procedure that can change your life for the best, and today’s techniques boast recovery periods that aren’t nearly as long as many people imagine. If you’re ready to regain control and confidence in your life, book a consult with Dr. Parson today. Call Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center or, for the quickest reply, simply complete the online form.