Have you ever wondered what the process of going through lip injections looks like? How about surgeries such as breast augmentation? Maybe you wanted to see a real-life representation of what the recovery process is like and searched on Google and YouTube for more information. With the rise of digital communication, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, social media can be a great way to learn more about plastic surgery.

Importantly, there are a few precautions to keep in mind when viewing plastic surgery social media content. The first is to be aware that social media provides users the opportunity to present the best versions of themselves to the public. Applications such as Photoshop and FaceTune allow users to alter facial features to enhance their appearance. It is also important to be aware that the public content is unregulated with regards to the accuracy of medical information shared online. Anyone can post content and use plastic surgery-related hashtags. To get reliable answers to any of the questions you have about plastic surgery, it is best to set up a consultation with your local board-certified plastic surgeon to avoid following misguided information.

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