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According to a recent article in the British newspaper, The Guardian, the premier of Russia is widely suspected of using Botox to look young.  This has never been confirmed publicly, however, the Russian leader has lately looked younger and with fewer wrinkles during televised appearances.  He also had a small facial bruise that suggested the possibility of a recent injection.  From looking at Putin’s face, it is possible that he uses Botox – judge for yourself.

Is there a problem with political leaders using Botox or plastic surgery to look better or younger?  I don’t think so.  As long as the procedure is safe and doesn’t disfigure the person, there’s no reason why Botox or a similar procedure (let’s say a microdermabrasion or a Fraxel) needs to be excessively scrutinized.  Given the popularity of cosmetic procedures, they can be viewed on a similar level to hair styling, fancy clothes or manicures.

Dr. Alex Kaplan

Original article in The Guardian:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/dec/16/vladimir-putin-botox-plastic-surgery