Redefining Wholeness: The Ethics of Body Modification

This chapter examines elective amputation as a choice made by individuals seeking to enhance their bodies through prosthetics. It navigates the shifting perspectives on health, cosmetic interventions, and the ethics of bodily integrity, supported by historical examples like dentures and advancements in medical technology. The discussion emphasizes the often-overlooked implications of medical innovations and the societal embrace of technological solutions at the expense of natural anatomy.