More GLP-1 Users Turning to Plastic Surgery for 'Aging Faces,' Research Reveals
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
A growing number of GLP-1 medication users, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, are experiencing unexpected facial aging as they lose significant weight. Dr. Pamela Brownlee, a plastic surgeon in Frisco, Texas, reports an increase in patients seeking cosmetic procedures due to skin laxity following rapid weight loss. A recent survey by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery found that 67% of facial plastic surgeons noted a rise in patients seeking treatment for weight loss-related changes. Despite these changes, 92% of GLP-1 users reported overall satisfaction with their treatment, highlighting the need for comprehensive approaches to address facial volume loss.
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