Should You Trust Before & After Photos in Plastic Surgery? | The Truth About Images & AI скачать в хорошем качестве

Should You Trust Before & After Photos in Plastic Surgery? | The Truth About Images & AI

The Role of Photographs in Plastic Surgery Decisions: Risks and Best Practices In this final episode of 2025, plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dhalia Masud, accompanied by Rachel and Hayley, discusses the use of photographs in plastic surgery. The conversation covers the benefits and potential pitfalls of using pre-op and post-op images to make surgical decisions. They also delve into the challenges posed by AI and photo manipulation, the importance of consultations, and how to safely verify a surgeon's qualifications. The discussion emphasizes the importance of realistic expectations and protecting patient privacy. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:08 The Role of Photographs in Plastic Surgery 01:01 Concerns with AI and Photo Manipulation 03:31 Consultation and Realistic Expectations 10:08 The Importance of Trust and Certification 11:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Before and after photographs are often the first thing people look for when considering plastic surgery — but are they always reliable? In this honest and informative discussion, Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr Dhalia Masud explores the real risks and limitations of using photographs to make surgical decisions. We discuss: • Whether before & after photos truly reflect real surgical outcomes • How AI and image manipulation can mislead patients • Why body shape, anatomy, and medical history matter more than photos • The risks of patient images being misused online • Why many surgeons avoid posting sensitive images on social media • How photographs should be used safely and ethically during consultation • Why a face-to-face consultation is still the gold standard This video is essential viewing if you’re considering breast surgery, implant removal, cosmetic surgery, or reconstructive procedures, and want to understand what photos can — and cannot — tell you. 🎯 Key takeaway: Photographs can inform, but they should never replace expert consultation, realistic expectations, and trust in a qualified surgeon. 📍 UK-based consultant insight 📍 Patient safety, privacy, and ethics first 📍 Honest education — no filters, no hype 👉 Subscribe for evidence-based plastic surgery education 👉 Share with anyone researching cosmetic surgery