The Evolution of Cosmetic surgery

In the past decade or so, there has been a shift in people view of beauty. The society has become beauty-obsessed, with outward appearance playing an important role in people’s lives. That is the reason why more and more people are opting to go under the knife o enhance their features and fit into society’s view of what is beautiful. All that is well, but did you know Cosmetic Surgery is not a new thing? It has been around for ages. In this blog post, we discuss the Evolution of Cosmetic Surgery.

What is Cosmetic Surgery?

Cosmetic Surgery includes all the procedures and techniques which focus on enhancing one’s appearance. It is different from plastic surgery which focuses more on the reconstruction of damaged or defective parts to bring about normal functioning.
Cosmetic Surgery can be done on all parts of the body including but not limited to, face, breasts, thighs, buttocks, and arms.

The Evolution of Cosmetic Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery has evolved from Plastic Surgery. It was plastic surgery that set the stage for cosmetic surgery.
We will look at a brief history of Plastic Surgery then move on to how gave way to Cosmetic Surgery

History of Plastic Surgery and the Evolution of Cosmetic Surgery

• 3000-2500BC Ancient Egyptian Texts regarding plastic surgery confirm it was a thing back then.
• 600BC First known plastic surgeon was Sushrutha – an Indian Healer
• We also have evidence that Plastic surgery was popular in Ancient Rome
• 1597 First Texts regarding Plastic Surgery written
• 1895 First breast Augmentation
• 1910-1919 World War I Soldiers and others who got injured or maimed underwent plastic surgery. Also during this time surgeons began to realise the potential influence of a person’s appearance. It was the foundation of what began to be known as Cosmetic Surgery.
• The 1960s-1907s Silicone was developed and had become a staple in plastic surgeries. Also, Aesthetic or Cosmetic surgery had gained popularity.
• 1980s Surgeons tried to create public awareness about plastic surgeries and eliminate stigma about them. This was the push that was needed for Cosmetic Surgery to enter the mainstream and gain popularity.
• The 2000s Owing to the rapid advancement in tools and techniques and development of minimally invasive procedures Cosmetic Surgery has enjoyed a huge popularity boom. Combine this with the coming of the Internet, Social Media and Globalisation- the need for aesthetic surgery to enhance one’s feature is rapidly increasing.
• The 2010s The past decade was a boon to Cosmetic Surgery. Now we have tools to perform surgery on almost every part of the body. Cosmetic Surgery is preferred not only by celebrities but also by common people.

DR VS RATHORE

DR VS Rathore is the number one cosmetic surgeon in Kolkata. Having more than 18 years of experience, he has performed over 9000 successful surgeries and 2100 hair transplants. His clinic, “Kaayakalp” takes utmost care in providing you with the finest experience and the best of service. He, along with his highly experienced team and well-equipped clinics offer you a stress-free solution for all your skin, hair, and beauty related worries.