Naturally is the new trend
In an era where plastic surgery is gradually evolving from a taboo to an accepted way of self-improvement and self-determination, we also see a shift in the beauty ideal: from excessive procedures to more subtle interventions that are in harmony with one’s natural beauty and personality. The term “less is more” perfectly reflects this new trend.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Marc Nelissen is a pioneer of this movement: “The art of plastic surgery is to become the better version of yourself, not a completely different person.”
1. Natural breast augmentation – our signature treatment
For Dr. Nelissen, achieving a natural result is at the core of every procedure. His signature treatment is the “natural breast augmentation,” where he aims for a harmonious balance that aligns with the patient’s body. He has noticed a decrease in demand for very large implants, both in first-time breast augmentations and implant exchanges.
Dr. Nelissen: “I’m seeing more and more patients who don’t want their breasts to be overpowering or extremely noticeable, but rather to fit beautifully with their body while still giving a sexy curve when they wear a tight top.”
2. Customization in breast augmentations
According to Dr. Nelissen, every breast augmentation is unique, and he emphasizes the importance of individual consultations to determine the right implant size:
Dr. Nelissen: “Every body, every personality is different. That’s why we spend a lot of time on these consultations, so that we can eventually walk into the operating room with the same vision.”
The desired volume is determined through detailed measurements, adjusting implants during the consultation, reviewing before-and-after photos together, and even 3D visualization.
Patients come in with a certain ideal image, and our job is to translate that look into a specific implant size.
Dr. Nelissen: “They often say, ‘But my friend has so many cc, and I think that looks nice…’ But you can ask 10 different patients about their size and get 10 different answers, because size is also determined by the shape of your body and the existing breast tissue.”
3. Choose your own look
Not only the size but also the type of implant matters. During the consultation, patients can hold and feel the implants, and they quickly notice a difference depending on the brand.
Our most commonly placed breast implants are the Joy Ergonomix 2 implants, known for their softness and natural feel, hardly distinguishable from a real breast.
This latest generation of breast implants gives women the opportunity to choose their look and appearance based on the situation, whether it’s during sports, at the school gate, in a work meeting, or on a dinner date.
4. Natural anti-aging: a holistic approach
The trend toward natural results is also clearly visible in anti-aging treatments.
With lip fillers, we see a reduction in exaggerated “duck faces,” with more refined applications that focus on subtly restoring lips thinned by aging, without creating an unnatural effect.
Natural facial rejuvenation calls for an integrated, holistic approach, where treatments such as muscle relaxants, fillers, skin boosters, and needling (as initial treatments) can be combined with surgical procedures like eyelid surgery or facelifts, if more invasive treatments are needed.
The ultimate goal is always to achieve a youthful appearance without altering the unique features of the face. This process must be built up gradually. Before a facelift or eyelid correction, it is important, if necessary, to first bring the skin into optimal condition with treatments such as muscle relaxants and needling.
Dr. Nelissen emphasizes: “Someone who has never had anything done to their face must understand that a facelift cannot magically solve this. People often laugh when I say: ‘You can’t just let your garden overgrow for years and then expect it to suddenly look beautiful with just one maintenance session.’”
We also see this trend toward natural anti-aging at international congresses, best illustrated by the recent transformation of actress Demi Moore.
The future of plastic surgery
The future of plastic surgery seems to be evolving toward more refined and natural results. The days of excessive procedures and conspicuous adjustments are behind us. For Dr. Nelissen and other dedicated surgeons, the pursuit of natural results is not just a trend, but a philosophy that embraces the essence of true beauty.
In short, the message is clear: improve your natural beauty, step by step, with the guidance of an experienced plastic surgeon.
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