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In Utah, any licensed physician with some general surgical or plastic surgery training can perform cosmetic plastic surgery, regardless of board certification status.

Early aesthetic interventions in Gen Z patients carry both physical and psychological risks, necessitating careful consideration and patient education by healthcare providers.

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Rapid weight loss from semaglutide use can lead to breast ptosis, mirroring effects seen after bariatric surgery. Healthcare providers should be prepared to counsel patients on this potential outcome and offer strategies for management.