Plastic Surgeon Reacts to THE SWAN! Worst Plastic Surgery Show EVER?

[@DoctorYoun]

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[@gundam0039]

Why not J-Plasma instead? It won't leave a nasty scar and takes less recovery time.

[@hummerchine]

That show is twisted

[@vimai6090]

Thanks dr Youn for being honest and all good advice 😍

[@lovelyladyguido]

@#DOCTORYOUN, You are wrong about the scars left by a tummy tuck. I had a kidney transplant and if you look it up in a medical book or even online? Kidney transplants are done in the front of the stomach area and surgically situated next the bladder. The surgeon cut me the same way you would for a tummy tuck. Along my bikini line and thankfully tucked my little fupa aka wide area of fat above the pubic region. My scar was very thick w/ drainage bags. A body sock and all the accoutrement one needs when having a kidney transplant / fupa tuck. It has been 5 years since and my scar is almost undetectable. I'd have to lie flat- completely stretched out in bright sunlight and still the scar is paper thin.

[@AT-cy7im]

Yep scary program

[@MOMOHEARTS]

She only asked for a tummy tuck not a whole body change

[@snudder.s.m.l.5026]

Exactly, I think she is a pretty lady, but I get it about the stomach skin.

[@shirley-ann7164]

The tummy tuck i can understand. All the other things she doesn’t need. All fhe other things are surgery’s she didn’t want i think. And before surgery she was already pretty ❤

[@edelweissdebergbaldrian7696]

That young woman didn't need all of that surgery. There was nothing wrong with her nose and she is attractive.

[@endercrafter5104]

The nose thing also feels sort of racist to me? Like they basically called her ugly for having a hooked nose

[@nefertariwinchester3177]

My thoughts exactly!!

[@thekatiea6388]

Former dental assistant here: Why would she need Zoom bleaching if she’s getting veneers? That’s an unnecessary uncomfortable procedure. I question the sanity of every “professional” involved with this show because they are absolutely causing mental harm on these poor patients. Thank you, Dr. Youn, for your down to earth perspective! You are proof that moral medical professionals still exist.

[@bobbiecapewell5333]

The "dentist" had her licence removed for performing highly unnecessary procedures. She basically put veneers on anyone sat still for too long and didn't do it well. How she had a spot on reality tv, I'll never know

[@DoctorYoun]

Thanks for commenting! I missed that detail but you’re right! It makes no sense

[@obrnc0920]

My first thought as well. It makes zero sense especially once she said upper and lower veneers. I figured they were whitening because she was just getting uppers done. This show is crazy. And that’s coming from someone who enjoys a good cosmetic procedure. A lot of unnecessary things were done for the sake of a show.

[@professorbutters]

I’m wondering what you think of making the gums smaller like that? I wouldn’t dare do that. I have periodontal problems now (59, not unusual), and I can’t imagine having LESS gum when gum loss is such a problem. I tried bleaching once, but I had fluoride treatment as a kid, and when they’re lightened, you can just see the gray more. Oh, well!

[@angelicaalberico6518]

Dental assistant too... asked the same thing... dental bleaching is so unnecessary....

[@helenf.7221]

I feel so bad for them getting their teeth done by that hack dentist. She gave everyone crappy veneers and shaved down their gums essentially ruining their teeth for life. Thank god her license got taken away

[@brendanolasco2214]

And shaving down the gums may be a huge regret later in life when the gum line may naturally recede.

[@evilsharkey8954]

As a woman in my 40’s, I’d love to have overly thick gums! They don’t grow back when they recede, and when they recede they can take bone with them.

[@keldealmeida5768]

I've just had the same thought 😢.

[@msangthrope5396]

Wow. I had to Google her case,and it's true. It's like that show scraped the bottom of the medical barrel for their "experts"

[@msangthrope5396]

​@@evilsharkey8954same

[@wandarask8444]

How dare they insult this girl over and over . She was beautiful already

[@suzanadee8252]

I agree. There's really absolutely nothing wrong with her.

[@sherylmarshall1444]

@@suzanadee8252exactly really disappointed by Dr Dubrow !!

[@msp.9780]

That escalated quickly 😅 from a tummy tuck to a full (facial) reconstruction

[@michelleobrien6996]

Face AND BODY reconstruction

[@kp74952]

It was a horrible show. Plus, a lot of the changes we saw in her were due to outfit, posture, makeup, hair styling, lighting, etc. She could have just gotten a tummy tuck, worked out a bit, and gotten a style makeover, and had nearly as dramatic of a transformation. Not to mention, some therapy to help with her poor self-image and mental state. All that surgery was so unnecessary. The messages this show sends are so toxic.

[@amyeli33]

Exactly!

[@CorwinFound]

Absolutely! They were very careful in every "before" scene or image that she was without makeup, unflattering ponytail, sad face, and casual or even unflattering clothes. The tummy tuck seemed like something she really wanted and also some work on her teeth. Everyone acted like she was monstrous looking before. And if she was... well we are all monstrous when every attempt is made to make us appear monstrous through lighting, bad pics, sad expressions, and crappy clothes.

[@carolbaker2773]

Beach body does the same thing with the before and after. You might notice that no one's feet are shown in their promos (unless they were posted by actual people on their accounts)? Thats because in the before they are flat footed and asked to push their body weight to the front of their feet. It's crazy just how having correct posture, makeup, and how you face the camera can make a difference on your appearance. They handed this poor woman a bra with no support and the most unflattering baggy underwear and made her pose with her shoulders hunched for all America to see.

[@evilsharkey8954]

I don’t think she even needed to work out unless it was for her health. She wasn’t overweight. Just a tummy tuck for her belly dancing, a good makeover, and therapy would get her back to health.

[@shilpapal8958]

So true

[@starridae]

I heard that they had to re-film some of the "reveal" segments on this show because some of the women got genuinely distressed looking in the mirror and not recognizing themselves.

[@siptjejankevanderleij9830]

I can totally imagine that ...I was concerned for the woman in this segment ..I thought she looked older and had lost her natural sparkle and individuality

[@Usnozulo12]

Omg thats terrifying 😳 seems she just went along with the nose job as well. Reminds me of bella hadid saying she regrets losing her ancestor’s nose… hope this girl doesnt feel the same its so sad

[@JessicaO490Z]

Full fat yogurt and healthy proteins are really good for healing. It's also better to feel full from some healthy fat than eat a bunch of sugary carb food. 😬

[@JessicaO490Z]

She went in for tummy tuck for her belly and the reveal doesn't even show the one thing she wanted to fix. 🤔

[@evilsharkey8954]

@@JessicaO490ZExactly! Low fat foods usually make up for the reduced flavor by adding salt and sugar. That “nutritionist” is a hack and a bully. She should know that.

[@marybarry2230]

I was in for a consultation for getting my neck tightened up a bit. The doctor was telling me I should get a chin implant and cheek implants. By the time he was finished with my consultation, I was practically in tears, and felt more ugly coming out than I did going in! Needless to say, I didn’t get anything done not even the neck tightening!

[@rrrrrfffff]

Wow that sucks you had that experience! Good on you for not letting them bully you into procedures you don't need. Sounds like you had a consultation with a salesman trying to make more money rather than a professional surgeon. I hope you don't let their words stick with you, because at the end of the day, they were trying to pad their wallet and didn't have your concerns in mind at all.

[@siptjejankevanderleij9830]

I think it can be difficult for the surgeon as well.....I had some work done ..also jaw line was my main concern, it was a pity that my surgeon did not mention a lateral brow lift at the same time , as I feel now the lower and mid section of my face are addressed, but just a bit more would have dealt with my crows feet and some wrinkles just above my eyebrow.....but suggesting a host of invasive implants to totally change the way you look is insane ...well done to walk away ...

[@marybarry2230]

@@rrrrrfffff thank you so much for that! you’re very kind! 😘

[@marybarry2230]

@@siptjejankevanderleij9830 yeah, I just learned to live with how I look right now! And I’ve fared pretty well! What it comes down to is you do what YOU feel is best for yourself!

[@DoctorYoun]

Ugh sorry to hear you went through this. It’s a story I hear a lot

[@antingtan9793]

this looks like torture.. physical and psychological. This genuinely feels like a horror show to me. the reveal in the creepy mansion where shes crying and says "im so beautiful" actually made my blood run cold.

[@lulumoon6942]

What little I saw had the same effect on me.

[@aspenisthebest]

yes, it gives me black mirror vibes

[@TruthWillFreeYou]

Good. There is hope for us yet.

[@MarianneMedlin-dz4dz]

yes! I wanted to cry for her. They preyed on her insecurity/ added to them, shamed her, scorned her, wouldn’t let her look at herself, then they revealed all the medical procedures they did & basically tell her “now you’re beautiful.” So much harm done here

[@anadubar4819]

It looked like a scene from a vampire movie, where the prey is presented to the old vampires. I was surprised they didn't attack her to suck her blood.

[@FML_85]

No wonder I've struggled for years with body image. Thanks Dr. Youn for your kind commentating.

[@jeweledthrone2850]

I’m literally sitting here thinking about how I watched the heck out of these shows when I younger

[@hannahd1726]

The saddest thing about this is that bellydancers spend years training their abdominal muscles to be lengthened and learning to isolate different areas in the abdomen. This surgery probably resulted in her not being able to do a lot of the bellydance moves. I know a lady who had a tummy tuck as part of her breast reconstruction after breast cancer and she really struggles to do a lot of the moves now because she cannot use her abs the way she used to and the whole area is super stiff and tight.

[@baby.nay.]

As an injured dancer myself , this really hurts my soul

[@TheWiseowleyes]

I think the only way without surgery is to gain some more fat/weight on her abdomen, to smooth out the stretched skin. The dancing still looks impressive if she gains a few pounds, as long as she's in shape.

[@dianebrooks1859]

It also increases your risk of intestinal blockages from the internal scar tissue.

[@WindTurbineSyndrome]

The scars are over the abdominal muscle. Side to side incisions are tough to recover from.

[@RaevynnXI]

I felt like that after my csections. The doctor assured me that my body would be “exactly the same as before,” not when scar tissue develops!! I also almost died twice after my second emergency C-section. You can’t PAY me to have any kind of vanity type of surgery. Life is too damn short & I’m alright being a plain Jane. 🎯

[@autiejedi5857]

Wow, she's only upset about her tummy and instead they "find" all these other things that are "wrong" about how she looks. Can you imagine how all these people reinforcing and even ramping up her self-esteem issues will make her feel even worse the older she gets when gravity kicks in. This seems like a recipe for an ED too. So sad they are taking advantage of her vulnerabilities!

[@amyeli33]

She seems like a healthy weight too.

[@liulingling88]

Exactly! And they might create even more issues with this extreme diet and exercise regime. 1200 calories and 120 hours a week of exercise?! That’s almost 2 hours a day. That’s ridiculous for how little they’re feeding her. And on top of all that surgery?! How is that ok for her body.

[@HippieHC]

If I’m remembering correctly, this woman got more procedures done than any other contestant in the entire 2 season run of this show. Absolutely wild considering she only had one main complaint.

[@icedcat4021]

I mean that literally is an ED diet. If I told a psychologist I was eating 1200 kcal/day and excessive exercise I'd get diagnosed so fast.

[@taylorrosewilkerson]

For anyone who wants to know more about how messed up the show was the youtuber Luxeria did a whole series reacting to both seasons and has a where are they now video where she goes in depth about what happened to the contestants after the show and she was even in contact with a few of them. The show is somehow more messed up than it seems on the surface, when the contestants describe what went on behind the scenes it sounds like straight up psychological torture.

[@leas7830]

I have watched all Luxeria's Swan reaction videos. That show was MESSED UP!!! 🤯

[@professorbutters]

Luxeria’s reviews are amazing. She’s so entertaining and brings such a good perspective. I’d recommend them to anyone interested in plastic surgery.

[@crazy4catsRL]

Love her!!

[@amytru]

Came to the comments just to recommend Luxeria’s videos about this! (and everything else on her channel as well)

[@margerykirner5604]

Are women crazy😅?

[@mariamadero425]

A tummy tuck is all she needed, I think she is beautiful without all the other procedures.

[@carlyleezpeleta3163]

You’re a real and genuine surgeon that’s why you’re so entertaining to watch because I like that you’re always looking for the best interest for patients

[@koriw1701]

They couldn't even be bothered to discharge her to her car with a wheelchair?! How sadistic are these people?!

[@randomperson6433]

Right? When I had my son they HAD to wheel me out. I was way more mobile than Cristina. I hope she had some sort of aftercare therapy.

[@morganniciomhair8284]

​@@randomperson6433OH I had tears in my eyes!WOMEN!WE ARE BEAUTIFUL! DONT LISTEN TO THE MONEYMAKING HYPE!!!😊

[@melrobertson2743]

Vlad the Impaler would be impressed

[@thememe5090]

Happened to me, Just sat me outside in a wheel chair and left and had to order a cab

[@morganniciomhair8284]

@@thememe5090 SAME, in Ireland.

[@itrasheditgood]

I remember this show, what really got me was the fact that all the ladies in the end looked like one another, it was so very unsettling how they all became the product of one man’s vision.

[@baby.nay.]

Looking for this comment! I was a teen when this aired , grew up in a really racially mixed place and I thought it was so disturbing how it was such a singular vision of beauty, it was beyond obvious. I have watched some KZbinrs do deep dives on the show and some of the contestants suffered a lot of psychological trauma from not being able to recognize themselves afterward . So incredibly sad , this show never needed to happen , then the dr goes on to do botched and everyone thinks he’s so nice ugh

[@TheGuindo]

i have heard someone describe it as the surgeons on the show following "trends" in current beauty standards. they give all the contestants the look that's currently "trendy" in Hollywood, and it means their face is going to be "out of style" in a decade or two. which is just, wow. when you think about it in those terms it's especially disgusting how much is pushed on the contestants that they never asked for.

[@azillliasmith2734]

Very good observation ......

[@Rose-jz6sx]

Yes. And I will never forget the episode where one woman's toddler didn't recognise her afterwards and wouldn't hug her and cried... it was awful

[@omomo202]

Same thing is happening now!! Everyone looks the same.

[@notfound_humanexe]

So unfortunate that Dr. Dubrow even did this show. I really liked Botched and didn’t know he had even done this show prior. Perhaps out of guilt for the people they took advantage of for a show. This show is so wild and extreme. I watched so many episodes and the amount of surgeries is insanity in such a short time. I cannot imagine the recovery of like 15 procedures in a few months while not eating and having to work out religiously.

[@PatiGiddens]

I bet he regrets doing this show.

[@DoctorYoun]

Yes, Dr Dubrow seems like a good guy and I bet regrets doing this show. We have all made mistakes though!

[@xxxx-qo9dh]

I totally agree, I really thought he had more integrity than this. But more money and more fame are irresistible to him I guess. Shows like this should be outlawed.

[@PatiGiddens]

@@xxxx-qo9dhit was on for like six months and it was like over 20 years ago so I can forgive him for that. He does very well now.

[@shendisackett]

This show is so shocking. I'm in the UK so I heard about it and not in a good way. She didn't need any work on her face, and she did not need that crazy diet and gym regime or liposuction. Honestly it makes me angry watching it.

[@Shannon606]

I’ve had 4 kids. I’m 45 years young. I work out . I have a lil belly not too bad. I’m confident in myself.. If my husband felt I wasn’t enough then he can go because I Sacrificed my body for our beautiful children. I don’t even look 45… I believe confidence can truly change your mind.. Men are not perfect with age!! Be healthy in mind, body and spirit and you will work on things in a healthy mindset that you feel needs it. Looks are not everything!!Change your mind, change your life!!

[@homesteadnurse]

Great show! Years ago someone on Facebook publicly said that I should get my "witch nose fixed". I told her that I like my witch nose and she should be working on herself instead of judging others. Several of my friends jumped in to defend me as well. We live in a judgemental, superficial, unhappy society. I'm a nurse and I have had some subtle work done, but I did it for me, not for anyone else. I agree with you, that those doctors on the swan show were not respecting that woman. It's sad.

[@socal-rw9un]

You're beautiful & don't have a witch or ugly nose. I'm glad you are able to see that's obviously jealousy & didn't get unnecessary surgery. It's so odd that insecure person went after your nose because there's nothing wrong with your nose.

[@homesteadnurse]

@@socal-rw9un Thank you! That is very kind of you!

[@nekoboygames7786]

So they pretty much removed everything that made her unique and turned her into a fashion doll. That is so sad.

[@RaevynnXI]

Right!! I liked her nose & smile!! Her gum line would have receded on its own in the next few years. I thought she looked pretty great before.

[@PerrySkyePhoenix]

Agreed!

[@alext8828]

Excellent description.

[@deepakdevellore]

yea she was better looking before makeover @@RaevynnXI

[@aspenisthebest]

I watched this other gal react to this show. To be fair, I was absentmindedly watching it, but I couldn't for the life of me, tell a difference between any of the women after they got their surgery done. They all looked pretty much the same in the grand scheme of things. It's like the instagram models who have gotten so much work done that they all have the Kylie Jenner face. They are no longer unique individuals. It's sad. I think if you're wealthy enough or if you have a horrible insecurity about a specific part of your body, it's fine to get that tweaked, but when you literally change everything about you to look like whatever style of body or face is in fashion for us women, which is ridiculous already, it's just sad. Everyone has a unique face and features and big lips don't look good on everyone, neither does a button nose, and they are not the only thing that makes someone beautiful. Most of the time, they end up making you look wack because your face is not meant to change to such an extreme.

[@turbostoner]

This makes me emotional. I remember wanting to go on this show because I felt like this girl. I’m glad I didn’t because this show changed the lives of the contestants forever & most of the time divorce was the result. I’m learning to take care of & love my body since some are not fortunate to be born with all their limbs, organs, etc.

[@okaycola2]

Yep so be grateful & clean something up

[@Younce_Davies]

There are some people who have come out who have had permanent complications as well as the extreme abuse on the show

[@xxxx-qo9dh]

Not just that, but it is YOUR body and your body loves you, now all you need to do is love your body with all its ‘imperfections’ because you are perfect, exactly as you are meant to be. ❤

[@coolrelax82]

She damn near fainted and couldn't balance her own weight due to malnourishment when she finally saw herself. My heart.😢😢😢💔

[@TheWiseowleyes]

And what does their appearance on the show convey to their daughters as they grow up?

[@cynthiaproffitt8326]

Dr. Youn, you are a great doctor with a good heart. This show needs someone like you!

[@misskuni]

This show needs to be cancelled. This poor woman went through a lot of bs

[@xxxx-qo9dh]

He would be out of his mind, he just told you how he thinks this show is so wrong for so many reasons and you want him to join? Maybe you need a brain surgery?

[@cynthiaproffitt8326]

@@xxxx-qo9dh , Your remark wasn’t necessary. I was paying Dr. Youn a compliment. But, if it makes you feel better to attack someone you don’t know anything about, then I will pray for you.

[@AndromedaApokalipsy]

what? No, this show need to be stoped :/ This is horror show not beauty show, Dr. Youn wouldn't demean himself like that by appearing in something like that...

[@CariP_916]

This Dr is so sweet and empathetic. I appreciate the honest breakdown too!

[@CasarJacobsen]

I love that he is empathetic. Not hyperbolic.

[@joycekellner9957]

This show was beyong creepy: "lets all encourage body dysmorphia, and spend many thousands on fixing things that don't need fixing." I hope this young woman was ok when it was ll over. I too felt she could have benefitted from psychotherapy . Thank you Dr. Youn for your refreshing honesty and realism.

[@evilsharkey8954]

That’s just gross! The only physical thing she “needed” was a tummy tuck, and maybe the veneers because she was self conscious about her teeth as well. She wasn’t ugly or even plain. Just a good makeover could show her how pretty she is. The number one thing she needed was good therapy. She hates herself so much that she thinks she’s unworthy of her husband (if he’s contributing to that belief in any way, then divorce would be good for her, in the long run). It hurt my heart to hear her talk about herself that way. As a woman who used to be a natural 116 at 5’7” and am now closer to 150, I wanted to smack that “nutritionist”. She’s not fat! She doesn’t need to be a waif to be beautiful. If the judges still think that, they can all go to Hell. Actually, they can’t. You need a soul to get there.

[@morganniciomhair8284]

Ha h!yeah a soul not a cash machine!We must reclaim our bodies sisters!And our Souls❤

[@karate_girl_ibiza]

Sorry but 150 is way overweight

[@evilsharkey8954]

@@karate_girl_ibiza No it isn’t. It’s the upper end of a healthy weight for a 5’7” female.

[@Komi83]

@@karate_girl_ibiza It is not? I would be more concerned with the 116 at that height. Given the reason that's literally my height and weight (thyroid issues) and everyone suspects me of having some kind of ED. I have narrow hips, flat chest and everyone is giving me a reason to be self concious about my weight. I'm not tho, not anymore as I've accepted the fact that it's not my fault. I did go to a diet once with the goal to increase my weight. I kept it up for 4 months and managed to gain 2 pounds. Did it change anything? No. I still look the same, everyone treats me the same, it is not worth it to beat myself up over something I can't change.

[@ciara8441]

Yeah 150 at 5’7” is healthy 😂 I’m 5’9” and 160 is a low end weight for me and I tend to look very skinny even when I weigh more but 160 looks closer to unhealthy skinny.

[@roxyndra]

You can literally see her hip bones through her dress -- it makes me mad anyone would ever fat shame her.

[@CorwinFound]

My first thought was that she did lose the weight the "coach" wanted her to. Because she looked kind of at an ideal size honestly by typical American beauty standards. At least to my eye. That that wasn't thin enough is pretty gross.

[@cristinaflores2411]

Her weight was normal for her bone structure! Everything in this show has been pushed to the edge of insanity.

[@rustyhowe3907]

@@cristinaflores2411 Plus also it's common for women to 'flesh up' a bit after having a baby.

[@vampesque]

I've never seen any contestants at the unveils say oh I hate there always overjoyed and aren't you using the program for hits

[@TheseVoicesInMyHead]

Only people needing a reality check are these "doctors" and "nutritionists"😢

[@brendano5440]

I have so much respect for this doctor. I catch him frequently when im searching. He is a great guy and more importantly he genuinely has a huge heart. God Bless You!!!

[@tristandohnel4283]

There's another person on here who's also reacted to The Swan. Her name is Luxeria, she's one of my favourite creators, and her reactions are mostly from the perspective of a makeup artist as well as someone who's had plastic surgery done. She has some really good takes on the whole concept of the show, and she's reacted to both seasons of it. I can only recommend checking her out!

[@rachelfondeur]

I really love how open you are about surgery and the importance of patients advocating for themselves and getting information.

[@Sunflowersarepretty]

First off how on earth this show aired is wild to me!!! Like imagine exploiting people's insecurities forcing them to get unwanted procedures when all the patient needed was therapy and some good counseling. This woman gave birth and like all ladies who do it, this is the greatest feat our bodies can achieve yet this is not celebrated and instead some stupid processes to look pretty are. I'm so enraged now. Doc Youn you were the only person who sounded sane here.

[@kristinehansen.]

Agree. This doctor and show was horrible. And the only thing she hated about herself was her loose skin on her stomach. They wanted to change her whole body and face. This is a horrible show.

[@azabujuban-hito-dake]

I love that show so much. Really miss it.

[@MatiLaQ]

This was my thought process.... who gave the ok on this cuz this is crazy.

[@oceaneo4603]

She must be exploiting them as well. However in a medical point of view, it's dangerous ans unecessary.

[@xobrynn90]

It happens all the time off camera hun. That's how the industry works.

[@Broonchi]

Hey doc, I am an anesthesiologist, patients rarely comprehend the possible complications of these procedures. Not that rarely a person dies of pulmonary embolism. I like your approach and the criticism of this show. Thank you❤

[@Lysic18]

You got an awesome smile Dr. Youn 😊 It is warm and friendly. I love your videos. I subscribed and look forward to more videos.

[@FleetwoodCaddy59]

He does have a beautiful smile. I love his expressive eyes they speak volumes.Kindness concern shock and humor without him saying a word.He is a nice guy I feel

[@thebyrd433]

I'm a retired dental assistant, and I'm taking issue with the dentist. Christina admitted her dental care is not the best, so what she needs is care for any problems she has - like needing a cleaning or removing some decay - and then she needs to improve her hygiene before she gets any cosmetic procedures done. What good will a bunch of invasive cosmetic dentistry do if she isn't going to be able to maintain all of that because she already can't care for her natural dentition?

[@margaretwestaway3491]

Dr. Youn there should be more plastic surgeons like yourself. You seem caring and very non judgemental. Thank you

[@rustyhowe3907]

This show really preyed on vulnerable people. Thank you Dr Youn for keeping it real and having a potential patient's best interests in mind as a person not an ornamental item which is sadly forgotten in the cosmetics world.

[@kirkshar]

I had a wonderful plastic surgeon who did a breast reduction for me in 1999. That was 24 years ago and after removing 9 3/4 pounds of excess breast, I still look lovely at 75 years old. I just wish I could have combined it with the tummy tuck. A great Doctor is such a blessing. After saying that, I still can't imagine going through all she did at once.

[@lolsaXx]

I feel her. I've had 3 big babies and breastfed for 6 years. I am so grateful for my healthy body but loving it and feeling comfortable in it's new form is much harder. Most of the time I choose to ignore anything I don't particularly like and pretend it's not like there so I get on with my life and no miss out of enjoying all it has to offer, especially in watching my children grow and explore the world.

[@leahtreck1083]

Aloha Dr. Youn, OMGoshness!!! I agree with you 💯%. Also, your kindness and compassion is beautiful.

[@Arianna-vc3vq]

I remember this show. I was a teen and even then I thought it was excessive. I felt bad for them. Some of them did not look great after

[@Younce_Davies]

After a few episodes, it was pretty obvious they were going for a particular look for all subjects. All of them came out looking almost the exact same. Many subjects had body dysmorphia and breakdowns during the reveal. Because of their contract they had to continue to redo shots until they got a positive reaction.

[@baby.nay.]

@@Younce_Daviesit was really scary that they were creating a very singular vision of beauty. I was a teen during the initial airing as well , it just made me so sad . I don’t remember this woman , she is so beautiful wtf.

[@alexiswinter6948]

If Terry Dubrow told me that he'd work on me for free, I'd jump at the chance.

[@Younce_Davies]

@alexiswinter6948 not in this case. Often it is better to have too little than too much. I am disgusted by his actions and participation in this show.

[@carmenh.2518]

I remember being pressured into getting my breast enlarged, needless to say I got so sick I thought I was actually going to die. Took them out and my health restored completely. Never again will I go under the knife. Love yourself

[@smfarrie2943]

I love my tummy tuck. My stomach was disgusting after a hysterectomy and then weight gain. It has encouraged me to keep working out to prepare for surgery and to maintain results.

[@GR8119]

Take it easy on men who are short or aren't well endowed..... they go thru the same mental issues but the world gives 2 fucks about it.

[@evilsharkey8954]

Who pushed you to get breast implants?

[@paperjellyfish143]

It is called Breast Implant Illness, some ppl do not have the means to take them out, they end up having to live in pain

[@carmenh.2518]

@@evilsharkey8954 My ex husband, he wanted me to look like his magazines. He constantly reminded me that they were his. My husband now loves my natural breast much more. I have nothing against plastic surgery but after what I went through and being diagnosed with BII it was not worth it to me.

[@amixeblu]

That girl looks absolutely perfect, weight-wise, to me at least. They did so much "to" her. I did not want to use the word "for", as I think they just did way too much (to increase the before/after effect no doubt). It is a show after all. But I am honestly glad this girl feels better about herself. To think about divorce just because you feel "wrong" in your own skin? That is terrible.

[@margottfon330]

Doctor, you're so kind and fair.. TY🌹

[@CatherineSTodd]

Doctor Youn makes a lot of sense, and I'm a subscriber now. Even though I won't have plastic surgery, the other so-called "doctors" make me sick but this plastic surgeon sounds like he really knows what he's doing and cares about his patients! Too bad there aren't more like him.

[@kimclarke1519]

What happens when she's had all this stuff done and slowly realizes that she's still unhappy with herself? That's why therapy matters.

[@sayantandas5375]

After watching all your videos I can conclude that you are a good human being ❤

[@SweetTreatsBy_Marie]

I would love for them to do a “ Where are they now “ to see how they look now vs then .

[@SynicalSam17]

@Luxeria has done some fabulous reaction videos to The Swan and often includes a 'Where are they now?' section.

[@christie-annequinn-larson2003]

Luxeria does these

[@debfox]

Me too!

[@alana.happy.]

You are amazing, i love how you are talking about plastic surgery and choices of people („they want, but don’t need”)

[@TheHistoryPrincess]

I remember when this came out. I used to watch it with my mum. This show along with americas next top model was the epitome of the early 2000s body dysmorphia inducing television. Mad inised to love both of those shows

[@mrs.k6169]

I love your perspective, knowledge and care for people. Its so important to have doctors like you bringing light to these horrors and unnecessary procedures.

[@GL4SSHEART]

The way she talked about divorcing her husband because her self love was low broke my heart. I truly understand her pain but I wish she knew just how beautiful she is. Her body is normal, especially after child birth and honestly looked amazing. I really wish they’d only given her what she asked for.

[@1enediyne]

The only thing she needs is some damn confidence and positive people in her life.

[@TheExostan]

Dentist here and i have to correct you, Doctor: the reason her teeth are short is obviously the nightly grinding and the possibility of lengthening the teeth by shortening the gum is absolutely impossible as dentine will be revealed which is covered with nerv endings resulting in hypersensibility. this is the reason why some teeth are sensitive to cold when there are recessions to the gum. There is the possibilty of teeth lengthening with crowns/veners or even composite fillings

[@PFMediaServices]

Dr. Youn, I really enjoy your perspective and thank you for being so realistic and ethical. And seeing that young woman say she wanted her husband to have something better, I'd like to share something I recently went through: My partner and I love each other for more than our looks, but fitness is also important to him. We established a long time ago the importance of not changing ourselves just for the other's benefit, but challenged each other to be healthier than before. Several months ago he was able to tell me he was disappointed with the commitment I was putting into my fitness and that after recent weight gain, he didn't find me as physically attractive. It broke his heart to say this; I appreciated his honesty, agreed that I hadn't been putting in the effort I promised myself I would, and stepped it up. That week, a half-assed five minutes of the same daily exercises became at least 20 minutes fully focused, alternating between 2 different workout videos, and soon I added light weights into the mix. That was back in August and really all it took to tighten my butt and tummy and build some muscle in my arms, all of which was new to me, and it feels great to accomplish this minor feat every day! It's not my favourite thing to do, but now it's part of the daily routine, and I'm thankful. As for my partner? He was immediately happy to see me jump into the challenge and stick with it, and notices changes in what I can do and how I look that I'm blind to. And he's happier with my shape, but also emphasizes that he finds the fact that I'm "doing it" just as attractive as the result. The point here? Honesty is hard and it can be heartbreaking. Communication is very important even if it hurts. Working towards a goal for oneself can benefit others, and it doesn't have to take much time every day to build towards that goal. Be well, y'all. You can do it! ✌️🍍

[@evilsharkey8954]

Apparently, a lot of the contestants had breakdowns when they looked in the mirror and didn’t recognize themselves, but they were contractually obligated to reshoot. How can any of those butchers live with themselves and continue being on such a show after seeing what they’d done like that? It’s disgusting.

[@tinchick2]

I used to watch this show when it aired and even then, something didn't sit right with me. Watching clips almost 20 years later, I'm horrified that this was even a thing. The "needing" plastic surgery, the extreme weight loss combined with fat shaming, and parading these women around after as if they were dolls that got fixed is disgusting. Thank you Dr Youn for being the antithesis of this show's whole mentality.

[@theodoratodorova6437]

I believe people need to love themselves the way they are. This woman was more beautiful before the surgeries then after. Only the belly area was better in my opinion. In such shows psychologists are a must. People such traumas need to be healed from inside first. Worst thing is this is being passed to the youngsters. In my country girls in their 15-16 already have lip fillers ,lashes ,brows ,hair extensions ,some breast implants. People start believing they will be good enough only if they fix this and that. First seek for some mental help n once with ur clear mind ,then you can do what you want. Its just my opinion.

[@Younce_Davies]

The "therapist" on this show apparently had her license revoked before the show

[@windbreeze2049]

U are a great doctor and u have the right empathy with people

[@Rowena410]

Thank you for being so honest and detailed in your explanation 😊

[@BayouCouyon]

I'm glad you brought up the mental aspect. There's usually an issue to begin with, let alone looking in the mirror and seeing a stranger. Then basically being told "you're only beautiful because of these people behind you so be sure to thank them.". It's all pretty sick.

[@kathydishner7691]

Just love how honest and above board you are! So sad that this beautiful young woman is not happy with her self😢 she is beautiful❤

[@christinabingham1477]

What a lovely plastic surgeon you are. You are absolutely right in your approach.

[@PapillonOne]

Thank you for your honest appraisal of what they did to her & this show. Totally agree with you!

[@nada199000]

Ilove how genuine and compassion ❤️🌹u r kind✨

[@Paulaatmdbqdotnet]

Dr. Youn, I totally agree with you 100%!!! You are one of the very few plastic surgeons that I would actually trust!

[@dulynoted2427]

For reference, for some people, elongingating the neck and putting a bone through your nose is an improvement. Side note: You can swish with ½ hydrogen peroxide ½ water to help make your teeth whiter. It also helps cure gingivitis.

[@KindnessInChaos]

I remember watching this show as a teenager/ early 20s and it was definitely toxic!!! Thank you for this gentle, ethical take on this doc! ❤

[@mashellthomas4813]

Doctor Youn is a brilliant surgeon that I absolutely love. I agree with him that they are very wrong with how they're approaching her, telling her what she "needs". I like that he is openly disagreeing with them on this making me respect him even more.

[@Hellolola54]

You are full of compassion, I really love your videos!

[@toyyatoy]

Literally the only thing not “perfect” on her is the loose stomach. It is insane to me that they or she thinks they need all that other stuff, she is perfect and beautiful the way she is, but I can totally understand the stomach! That’s the one thing I’ll probably get done one day if my thyroid ever decides to stop blowing me up and shrinking me down and blowing me up 😂🤣😂

[@xobrynn90]

If you think this is a positive comment, you're wrong. Leave her body alone. You can't be angry people are shaming her and do it the next sentence.

[@toyyatoy]

@@xobrynn90 im allowed to empathize with others, I don’t know what horse you think you are riding…

[@cleopatrademers2395]

I agree. I am in the same boat, l had one child and my abdomen looks the same as this lady. That was 50 years ago and l just lived with it. No point now, been married 30 years and hubby never had a problem with it but l still do have a problem with it. 😒

[@inihilisme1511]

@@xobrynn90 I guess you think saying fat positivity is bad and should not normalize obesity body shaming too ?

[@GeekGamer666]

@@inihilisme1511 I'm confused by your comment because it doesn't make sense. If you're having language difficulties you should know that the correct phrase is body positivity, not fat positivity.

[@thebelissima64]

Despite being in shape and taking care of my appearance I wanted to do a bunch of plastic surgery but my husband was opposed to it. He told me he was scared as his friend lost his wife, she died due to complications of liposuction. He said he loves me the way I am, that I look good and to forget about it 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@amyeli33]

It sounds like you have a very supportive husband.

[@thebelissima64]

@@amyeli33 Besides being supportive he is not a superficial person, he is very intellectual and doesn’t judge people based on their looks. Don’t get me wrong, he does appreciate that I take care of myself but not to the point of expecting me to go under the knife.

[@evilsharkey8954]

Liposuction is a very risky procedure, one of the riskiest elective procedures. If they accidentally hit a vein while pushing that giant needle in and out, it can kill.

[@denisesmith8657]

You’re very lucky to have him. Most women will go a lifetime without having that kind of love and support. What a great guy!!!!!

[@jtidema]

I like your very clear explanations and also the clear empathy you have for these people. I agree with you that these procedures are fine if someone WANTS them, but seriously... you don't need other people to tell you what you should look like. I agree also about the diet - it's one thing to diet and another thing to have plastic surgery. Doing them both at once makes no sense. And yes, the mirror thing is awful. That should be a private moment.

[@akieffer22]

I agree with you and appreciate you not being critical and saying how someone should look

[@alexiabratsch9088]

I love watching you as of recently, Doc Youn, thank you for your videos!!

[@waveydaveyav8r442]

Dr. Youn, you nailed it - if the patient says, "I want to change this about my physical appearance." That's probably when you would step in, but when a frickin' reality show says, "This is wrong, that's wrong, this needs to change..." I can't imagine how bad she felt about herself, and they only made it worse! This is why I don't watch TV, I watch....well... Dr. Youn!

[@melisa.laura19]

She really didn't need all that... I have the same situation with some extra skin being a belly dancer. My nose isn't straight but it has a small bump that I don't like, but I wouldn't change it either. All what she needed was a therapist and then maybe the tummy tuck because it can be very annoying while dancing, but that's all. It's sad to see people doing a reality show based on some people's frustrations or insecurities. You're the best doc, don't change ❤

[@kirstenvorbauklossok1983]

Thank you so much for this clip. Telling about the risks of beauty op's and the hype of beauty is so important because many people are so insecure. Thank you...😊

[@josmyth5579]

Can we just pause n give Dr Youn 3 CHEERS for just being a really lovely human🎉❤🎉😊

[@cheriemcfadden5287]

I remember when this show came out. It was basically doctors telling the contestants "Hey look, you're ugly, this is free, you're on a show, you're guna shut up and you're guna like it, WE KNOW WHATS BEST FOR YOU QUASI MOTO!!" Yeah...This was basically the energy of the show.

[@silverwings8127]

I would never have sat through this kind of show if it wasn’t for Dr, Youn’s explaining what’s really going on. I love his comments that mirror his compassion and understanding of Christina and all women like her.

[@jeantanner5159]

Thank God for you Dr. Youn. I watch this and I wanna cry if they ever saw me what would they think I would need so much more than that woman ever had.

[@GabyPivet]

I stopped watching the show, because I thought it was terrible for the mental health of these contestants too as well as the people watching. I also thought a lot of these people didn't need all the procedures they got convinced into getting and many of them didn't even look like themselves afterwards. I have to say Dr Youn, you are one of my favourite doctors on KZbin. You have the ethics that many plastic surgeons seem to lack ❤

[@starrylove1987]

I can't believe I didn't make this show up. For the longest, I thought it was some fever dream.

[@carolinecarty1829]

I love the fact that you are a plastic surgeon and i see in your face that you don't like hearing them say she should be getting her whole bdy done. You always say have plastic surgery as a last resort. You're so kool Dr. Youn!!

[@andreamanning3297]

I think like many here think she looked absolutely fine. Her face was perfect. Her body was fine too. Yes she had excess skin ( a little) on her tummy. So what! Who is perfect???? Literally no one.

[@evilsharkey8954]

If she’s unhappy with the skin and wants a tummy tuck, that’s fine, too. Being told her entire face needs to change and she needs to starve herself while working out and recovering from surgery is beyond disgusting.

[@krystaldaniels7940]

I hope that young lady sees this video and recognizes her worth is so much more than what that show portrayed❤

[@rickseiden1]

Before: I'm sad, not wearing makeup, and haven't even brushed my hair. After: I'm happy, and have had my hair and makeup done professionally. And it's all because of the plastic surgery.

[@mariz1859]

I agree with you dr. regarding how the other doctors approach and address the patient.

[@rosalara8792]

6:10 His words are deepening her low selfsteam, we already are very, very conseous about every little bump and crave, even if other people see them, we do, we do and every time someone mentions them, it’s even worse……and I think that’s why these “shows” have existed and are popular; for someone unhappy with herself overall, hearing about that transformation it’s a miracle, and you probably want the most you can get done during the show. I kind of wanted to be on that show and I was planning everything I was going to be able to do, once “transformed”……but then I saw some updates and not everyone was happy or could keep whatever they had added or fix, so without money and almost zero auto image, I don’t know how I’d feel……probably happy on one side but a looser on the other, because I had to “buy” those improvements…..but at the same time, if that’s the only way we have 🤷‍♀️ all my life my physical image has been a problem and even though I’ve always been clean and tried to look “my best” with what I had, but never was enough so I gave up, i’m done with the battle, especially because it’s not that necessary for me anymore, people that I wanted to work for and give them the best, are not here anymore so…..but yeas, every time you here someone else pointing what you already know it’s like pushing you dawn even more…… Thank you for your reactions Dr. Youn for your words full of knowledge.

[@ElenaRose725]

I just watched The Swan for the first time earlier this year. I couldn't get past the first or second episode of the second season. It was dreadful. I felt horribly embarrassed for the contestants although they did nothing wrong. They were shamed for not losing weight quickly enough or not trying harder in the gym which made no sense to me because these women were given individual diets with a certain amount of calories and recovering from recent surgeries -- many of which the women didn't especially want. It was all about the doctors and the opportunity to perform their procedures. For example, most contestants received veneers, brow lifts, liposuction, and tummy tucks. The "coach" was especially annoying, imo. ("If you don't try harder, you'll never make it to the pageant!") As for the pageant itself, how embarrassing! I did look up several of the contestants after the show ended and while some felt it was a positive experience, others were quite vocal about how it definitely was NOT.

[@edithmeagher8509]

I despise the whole pageant part of this show even though I’ve never watched it. I had breast surgery almost 20 years ago and I remember the pain I was in the first few days after it. Combine that pain with the pain of all the other surgeries and I can understand her feeling of “what did I just do to myself?” I’m glad she feels better for herself but I really think they should have had a psychologist on the show to help them understand why and how they felt about themselves. The drs are very good at what they do but I think all of this done so close together was a terrible idea. Thank you Dr. Youn for having the B@lls to call out the show!

[@MsAubrey]

I had an augmentation (breast) 20 years ago as well. I went to a reconstructive surgeon that did wonders on a family friend’s legs after a car accident. Having a breast augmentation was basically a piece of cake compared to what he had to do for her. But yes, I remember how sore I was for awhile afterwards. I slept in a recliner because it was tough to sit up without the additional assistance of the chair.

[@melchiorlise2466]

Was watched that with my grandma (and "Say Yes To the Dress"). Mamie never failed to say things along the lines of :"What ! She's even uglier than before !" Or "Well, they did nothing to fix THAT attitude ".

[@alamedadanceparty]

😅😅😅 would love to watch that show with your grandma. 😂

[@melchiorlise2466]

@@alamedadanceparty You wouldn't have been disappointed, watching HER watch the show was much more entertaining than actually watching the show ahah

[@alamedadanceparty]

@@melchiorlise2466 I bet!!! I can totally imagine. I have a couple friends like this and I don't care about the show itself, but have fun watching them watch the show. 🤣🤣🤣

[@victoriamorriscf8386]

Dr youn, I love your teeth! They give you some uniqueness. I am sick of everyone having bland, perfect looking teeth. They're all identical to everyone else's. Having a few crooked or uniquely shaped teeth is what makes each face different and interesting.

[@victoriamorriscf8386]

Thank you for speaking about pursuing therapy rather than surgery. I worry about surgeons who are more concerned about making money than the wellbeing of the patients, mentally and physically.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

She "owes it to herself" to be able to belly dance? What? This show looks insane.

[@nicolew6904]

It was effing insane!

[@evilsharkey8954]

At least she actually wanted the tummy tuck. The rest of it was just cruel.

[@crystall9522]

Don't forget she also owes it "to our fantastic team of experts."

[@doodleartlover]

I'd never heard of that show before and I would NEVER watch it now. What a horrible show! The way the doctor talked to her about her body was so degrading, as if her body was bad and wrong. Her body was NORMAL snd pretty. Good grief, everything about zhat show is just WRONG!

[@stonefox60]

I have to admit, I was skeptical about you Dr. Youn. Then I watched this video. My first reaction to this girl was, 'she doesn't need plastic surgery, she needs a good therapist' followed by my thought 'any plastic surgeon worth his license would EVER perform surgery on someone who felt so bad about themselves, not just that they dislike a feature'. WOW! Your reaction blew me away! I think my jaw hit the ground when you said exactly what I was thinking. Kudos to you Dr. Youn! I think you've gained a new subscriber lol

[@Thats_my_opinion_so_chill]

Well done Dr Yoon, agree with every statement ✅