Faces of Virtual Reality: Impact on Aesthetic Surgery and Self-Image Perception

The document discusses the impact of social media and virtual reality on aesthetic surgery and self-image perception, particularly in the context of increased remote work and learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights how the ease of photo retouching and real-time appearance-altering algorithms have led people to become accustomed to enhanced images of themselves, often resulting in dissatisfaction with their natural appearance. Lek. Anna Gorecka, a plastic surgery resident, explores how social media influences the growth of aesthetic surgery and alters patient expectations. Additionally, Ewa Bieber M.D., a psychiatry specialist, examines the relationship between self-esteem and social media use, with a focus on body dysmorphic disorder.