Body dysmorphic disorder

Abstract

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a psychological problem of immense importance to the cosmetic surgeon. Patients with this problem are attempting to correct a defect that is either minimal or absent. These patients dwell on this problem and may not wish to go out in public, or they may actually cover the supposed defect. Performing a cosmetic procedure on an individual with this disorder will result in a dissatisfied patient who wishes to have further correction of the problem but will never be satisfied. The cosmetic surgeon should attempt to exclude these patients from cosmetic procedures and refer them for proper care. © 2009 Springer-Verlag.