Breast augmentation in Michigan and beyond, as well as plastic surgery in general, is becoming more common today than ever before. Of the estimated 15.6 million cosmetic procedures (both surgical and minimally invasive) peformed in the U.S. in 2014, nearly 290,000 were breast augmentations (the most common cosmetic surgical procedure, followed by rhinoplasty). Needless to say, women are recognizing the ease and attainability of getting the breasts they desire. However, there seems to be one question looming in the minds of women who are considering the procedure, and that’s, “Am I Vain to Want a Breast Augmentation?” We hear this question a lot. And if we don’t actually hear it from a patient, chances are, they may have thought about it. Though, to be honest, it takes us aback.

What Is Vanity?

Vanity is defined as “excessive pride in or admiration of one’s own appearance or achievements.” In other words, vanity means conceit. The large majority of patients who come to us have the just the opposite: a genuine concern about their appearance. Many patients of breast augmentation at Michigan Cosmetic Surgery come to us after they’ve birthed and breastfed several children and their breasts are not what they used to be and they simply wish to feel confident again. Others are women who were born with relatively small breasts and they want to be able to fill out their clothing or feel better in a bathing suit. Others, still, have had their breasts taken away by cancer and want to regain their womanly confidence and also relieve themselves of the constant reminder of the illness they’ve endured. To us, breast augmentation is not about vanity. It’s about feeling comfortable and confident in your own skin. Why else would millions of people spend money on things like, say, coloring their hair? Or braces or teeth whitening? Or even expensive skincare, manicures or Botox? For the very same reason: to look and feel their personal best. And Dr. Mariam Awada of Michigan Cosmetic Surgery can help you do just that.

The Positive Effect Of Cosmetic Procedures

It’s not surprising that studies have shown that cosmetic interventions (both surgical and non-surgical) have positive effects on individuals’ quality of life, including general health, social life, relationships and even anxiety levels. In fact, statistics show that women who have undergone breast augmentation surgery reported significant improvement in their psychosocial and sexual well-being, as well as improvement in the satisfaction of their breasts. Bottom line: It is not narcissistic to want to be the best version of yourself. It is perfectly natural and perfectly okay.

A Female Surgeon Who Understands Female Patients

Dr. Mariam Awada has helped hundreds of women just like you to get the breasts — and the confidence — they want. For the past decade, she has built a stellar reputation in Michigan for breast augmentations. Recognized as a premier cosmetic surgeon in metro Detroit, Dr. Mariam Awada prides herself on listening to and understanding her patients…and delivering results that go beyond their expectations. If you’ve considered breast augmentation, we’d love to talk with you. Contact Michigan Cosmetic Surgery for your complementary consultation with Dr. Mariam Awada so you can determine if surgery is the right option for you.