Question:
Assess the benefits and drawbacks of cosmetic surgery.
Assess - Analyze, compare, discuss
Benefits - positives, goodthings
Drawbacks - Bad things, negatives
Cosmetic Surgery- Plastic surgery, aesthetic, beauty
Audience: Future cosmetic surgery patients and medical cosmetologists
Focus: Beauty
Possible layers: Emotional, scientific, religious, social, technological, pursuit of youth, acceptance
Viewpoint 1: The benefits of cosmetic surgery
Main Point 1 - Cosmetic surgery helps build self-esteem Example- A flaw someone has had since childhood that has made them feel self conscious for years can be fixed. Main Point 2 - Cosmetic surgery can help people who are victims of traumatic burns and scars Example- Katie Piper. abcnews.go.com Main Point 3 - Cosmetic surgery can prevent future physical problems Example- Women who have naturally, too large of breasts get breast reductions to reduce spinal pressure. webmd.com Main Point 4 - Cosmetic surgery can help improve couple's intimacy Example- Enhacements to one or both partner's genital areas. womenswellnessinstitute.com cosmeticsurgerybp.net |
Viewpoint 2: The drawbacks of cosmetic surgery
Main Point 1 - When getting cosmetic surgery you may not get the results you want Example- Many clients have unrealistic expectations and are not satisfied with their results so they get more procedures done. Main Point 2 - Cosmetic surgery can result in dangerous and even fatal side effects Example- Victoria Meppen-Walter's operation left her with a scar and a burning sensation in her face; due to this she ended up committing suicide. mirror.co.uk Main Point 3 - The cost of cosmetic surgery is high and can ultimately result in debt Example- Depending on what operation you are getting determines the cost; prices range from thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Also most health insurance plans do not cover cosmetic surgery. “Banks now offer loans for plastic surgery. American families with annual incomes under $25,000 account for 30 percent of all cosmetic surgery patients,” - Zed Nelson Mainpoint 4 - People think cosmetic surgery can solve their problems Example- redaesthetic.com |
Michael Jackson
Visual Examples of good and bad cosmetic surgeries:
Introduction Points:
Opening Statement:
The 21st century is a generation focused on their appearance.
Conclusion Position:
Cosmetic surgery isn't worth the money. Stop trying to pursue eternal youth and get an education; beauty fades and dumb is forever.
Points:
- Cosmetic surgery can help build self-esteem
- Cosmetic surgery can enhance one's life
- Cosmetic surgery is costful
- Cosmetic surgery comes with risks
Opening Statement:
The 21st century is a generation focused on their appearance.
Conclusion Position:
Cosmetic surgery isn't worth the money. Stop trying to pursue eternal youth and get an education; beauty fades and dumb is forever.
Points:
- It's risky and expensive
- Cosmetic surgery is permanent and may not even come out the way you want