Psychiatric Disorders in Facial Plastic Surgery.

Psychiatric Disorders in Facial Plastic Surgery.
Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2020 Nov;28(4):451-460
Authors: Wever CCC, Wever AMEA, Constantian M
Abstract
Body dysmorphic disorder and borderline personality disorder are common in esthetic practices and occur in up to 15% of patients. Operating on these patients may not only lead to dissatisfaction but may also worsen their premorbid condition and can induce negative behavior toward the practice. Preventing surgery and referring patients for cognitive therapy is essential. An adequate understanding of these conditions and the available screening tools is indispensable for all esthetic practitioners. Unrealistic emotional attribution to a facial shape, multiple procedures, a near-normal nose at the outset, childhood trauma, multiple comorbid mental conditions, and social dysfunction are red-flags to consider.
PMID: 33010863 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: The Surgical Clinics of North America - October 5, 2020 Category: Surgery Authors: Wever CCC, Wever AMEA, Constantian M Tags: Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am Source Type: research