Can I get AI face? Plastic surgeons say AI-generated inspiration is more than meets the eye

September 28 | Duration 2:45 AI might be finding its way into surgeons' waiting rooms. Patients are taking in AI-generated images of the results they are hoping for from plastic surgeries. So, what could this mean for the medical community? Social Sharing Dr. Ian MacArthur is accustomed to dealing with new trends in cosmetic surgery, but he's starting to see more patients coming into his Ottawa clinic with expectations that aren't entirely realistic.

Some clients, he says, bring in "fairly stylized" images generated with artificial intelligence, seeking results that may not even be "physically possible."

The experiences he's had so far motivated him to share a few cautionary thoughts on his Instagram page.

But it's a trend that plastic surgeons are dealing with more often.