Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society When Was The First Boob Job?
Dec 30, 2024
Ruth Holliday, a culture and gender expert, and Vikram Devaraj, a cosmetic surgeon specializing in breast procedures, delve into the captivating history of breast augmentation. They discuss its cultural significance and the evolution of surgical techniques. Listeners will discover the motivations behind choosing surgery, insights into the risks and complications, and the societal pressures influencing beauty standards. The conversation blends medical history with humor, highlighting the journey of breast enhancement from early dangerous practices to modern advancements.
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Breasts as Gender Markers
- Breasts signify gender and are a key marker of gender differentiation.
- Western societies place a strong emphasis on gender differentiation, contributing to the cultural obsession with breasts.
Breast Size Trends
- Breast size preferences fluctuate throughout history, reflecting changing fashion trends.
- Breast augmentation and reduction procedures have been around since the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Early Augmentation Methods
- Early breast augmentation methods included liquid paraffin injections and autologous fat transfer.
- These procedures often led to complications such as migration, lumps, and misshapen breasts.