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22-09-2023 | Original Articles

The Effect of Social Media Usage, Appearance-Related Social Media Pressure and Body Mass Index on Body Appreciation of Cosmetic Procedure Patients

Authors: Mehmet Sonmez, Elif Esiyok

Abstract

Background

The number of cosmetic procedures has increased in recent years. Social media use and its effects on plastic surgery decisions are among the most widely discussed topics. This study aimed to test a research model that explores the relationship between social media usage frequency, appearance-related social media pressure, and body mass index (BMI) on the body appreciation of patients undergoing cosmetic procedures, and to evaluate their clinical impacts.

Methods

In total, 136 participants were included in this study, which met and exceeded the sample size requirement. The questionnaire was designed by using reliable scales and demographic data. Partial least squares structural equation modeling was used to test the hypothesized research model.

Results

The mean age of the participants was 35 years, and 70% had normal BMI scores. Among them, 59.6% underwent invasive procedures and 40.4% underwent minimally invasive procedures. BMI negatively affected body appreciation (β = 0.199, p < 0.05). Social media did not have a significant effect on appearance-related social media pressure (β = 0.001, p > 0.05). Appearance-related social media pressure negatively affected body appreciation (β = − 0.280. p > 0.05).

Conclusion

Social media is not only an information source but also creates pressure on appearance. Therefore, plastic surgeons should use social media and consider the psychology of patients during their communication.

Level of Evidence IV

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Title: The Effect of Social Media Usage, Appearance-Related Social Media Pressure and Body Mass Index on Body Appreciation of Cosmetic Procedure Patients
Authors: Mehmet Sonmez
Elif Esiyok
Publication date: 22-09-2023
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Print ISSN: 0364-216X
Electronic ISSN: 1432-5241
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-023-03654-y

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The Effect of Social Media Usage, Appearance-Related Social Media Pressure and Body Mass Index on Body Appreciation of Cosmetic Procedure Patients

Abstract

Background

Methods

Results

Conclusion

Level of Evidence IV

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