I'm a retired firefighter. I spent $14,000 on plastic surgery in my 50s, and I'm not ashamed.
After retiring, Mark Tortorella had a rhinoplasty followed by a neck lift and fat transfer. He says he's happy with the results.
Mark Tortorella, a retired 61-year-old firefighter and medic from Chicago, recently shared his decision to undergo cosmetic surgery, something he says is not typical for his background. Tortorella had rhinoplasty, a neck lift, and a fat transfer procedure to address his concerns about his appearance. The surgeries, costing him $14,000 from his savings, were performed after his retirement in 2016, allowing him time for recovery.
He says the changes have refreshed his look as much as a long vacation. Tortorella's wife, Bernadette, had a rhinoplasty in 2011, which inspired him to consider similar procedures. Despite some people's surprise at a man undergoing cosmetic surgery, Tortorella feels more confident and carefree as he enjoys his retirement.
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