Having been a barber for 31 years (in Chicago), I have had many clients who have had 'procedures' of all kinds done. It's very common. Often they would discuss it with me ahead of time, because I would be cutting their hair/beard prior to the surgery and post-op.
Occasionally it was done for pure vanity (I had one client who had his hands lifted to enhance a beautiful heirloom ring he wore), but often it was done to correct something after years had made it uncomfortable to live with. (such as eyelid surgery, an old facial injury, etc.) A small 'lift' would usually accompany the correction...
Some had lifts to maintain their edge in business (especially if they were in the public eye)
Some married much younger wives and were encouraged by their new bride to do it, along with dyeing their hair and changing their glasses, dress, etc. Not the best way to go.... but it happened a lot.
I've seen great results and not so great, but the improvement in self esteem that I witnessed was remarkable. We all want to look our best... and I loved seeing the 'success stories'!
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