What is Beauty in Beverly Hills?
December 3rd, 2008 Dr. PincusWhat is that quality that makes heads turn and hearts quicken when a beautiful person comes into the room? We all know it when we see it. But explanations vary from one person to the next. We see examples of beauty in all its variety when we go to the movies or peruse many of the popular magazines. Much has been written about what constitutes beauty from Aristotle’s concept that it exists when all parts work together to Leonardo Da Vinci’s geometrical analysis. Though no one definition may totally pin down this elusive quality, it has been said, quite simply, that beauty is a reflection of proportion and symmetry. The argment for this definition is that proportion and symmetry suggest a healthier human being which is best for propagation of the species. Therefore, we are attracted to these qualities for a future mate. Though most of us have some degree of disproportion and asymmetry, features which go beyond subtle deviation can be detracting from our overall appearance. Luckily, through advances in cosmetic surgical techniques, as well as new implant and filler products, our facial features can be brought more in line with accepted Western aesthetics. Rhinoplasty or nasal restructuring, cheek or chin implantation, eyelid and brow lifts, fillers to the lips and cheeks are just some of the modern day methods of accomplishing these goals.
