Dr. Michael Salzhauer, who is a plastic surgeon, has written an illustrated book for children to help them understand why their mother looks different. In 2007, 348,000 women had plastic surgery in the USA for various kinds of procedures including breast augmentation, face lifts and tummy tucks. "My Beautiful Mommy" is set for release on Mother's Day.
Implications - Dr. Michael Salzhauer features himself in the children's book depicted as a kind of superhero that people can come to for advice. The book explains how mothers have to have bandages at first, but eventually get to take them off to reveal their beautiful bodies. Needless to say, this book will stir up a lot of controversy.
What's Driving This Trend
- Plastic Surgery for Children
- Opportunities for creating more educational and informative resources aimed at children to help them understand the procedures
- Controversial Children's Books
- Opportunities for authors to take risks and discuss controversial topics in children's literature
- Rise of Plastic Surgery Culture
- Opportunities for businesses and industries to tap into the growing market of plastic surgery enthusiasts and consumers
Who This Affects Most
- Publishing
- Publishers can explore new markets for children's literature focused on topics that may be considered taboo or controversial
- Healthcare
- The plastic surgery industry could benefit from creating more resources that educate children on the procedures, highlighting transparency in messaging to parents and children alike
- Entertainment
- TV shows and movies could depict plastic surgery procedures and their benefits in a way that is informative, highlighting safety practices
