The American Society of Plastic Surgeons released a press release and report of the number of cosmetic procedures performed by ASPS surgeons in 2011; according to the report, the number of cosmetic plastic surgery procedures increased by 2 percent when compared to numbers from 2010. (more…)
The FDA has approved many new cosmetic products this year. Some of the most notable include: (more…)
Many brides-to-be undergo cosmetic treatments before their weddings. Some limit their beauty treatments to a new professional hairstyle, manicure, spray tan, or teeth whitening.
Other women choose to undergo plastic surgery procedures before their weddings in order to look their best. A new E! reality show is scheduled to hit the air that highlights many engaged women’s desire to undergo breast augmentation, liposuction, and other cosmetic surgery procedures.
The new show, aptly titled Bridalplasty, features women who have recently become engaged and have wish lists of plastic surgery procedures they would like to undergo. The brides-to-be compete against one another in various wedding-themed challenges. The winner of each episode gets to undergo one plastic surgery procedure of her choice, and is not allowed to reveal the results of the procedure until it is time to walk down the aisle.
All brides want to look their best on their wedding day. If you are interested in undergoing cosmetic surgery before your wedding, contact the practice of Dallas plastic surgeon Mark Deuber.
About 115,000 patients underwent the tummy tuck plastic surgery procedure in 2009, according the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Many of these patients had their belly buttons altered is some way during the procedure.
Though not as popular or well known as other cosmetic surgery procedures, belly button plastic surgery allows surgeons to change the appearance of the belly button in several different ways:
Belly button plastic surgery can be performed in conjunction with the tummy tuck procedure or abdominal liposuction, or as a standalone procedure.
The end of winter and beginning of spring signal the time of year that many people decide it is time to get in shape for summer by regularly hitting the gym and eating a healthier diet.
While it is important that everyone follow a good diet and exercise routine to maintain overall health and prevent future medical problems, there are some cosmetic flaws that diet and exercise cannot fix. These patients may choose to undergo cosmetic surgery in the months before summer to get their bodies bikini-ready.
Breast Augmentation
One of the most popular procedures plastic surgeons perform on patients is breast augmentation. Many women are not genetically blessed with naturally full breasts that fill out their bikini tops, bras, and other clothes. Breast implants come in various volumes so women can select the size that will suit their body types and aesthetic goals.
Tummy Tuck
Women who have been pregnant and lost a significant amount of weight may have accumulated excess skin in the abdominal area. This extra skin can be removed and the remaining skin tightened. The tummy tuck produces a more contoured stomach and gives women the confidence to wear a bathing suit.
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) has released its annual report on the number of plastic surgery procedures performed in the United States in 2009.
Not surprisingly, the number of plastic surgery procedures performed last year has decreased. Still, the widespread popularity of cosmetic surgery and non-invasive aesthetic procedures is evident as millions of patients did undergo treatment despite the poor economy.
Plastic Surgery Statistics in the Past 12 Years
1997: 2,099,173
1998: 2,772,924
1999: 4,606,954
2000: 5,741,154
2001: 8,470,363
2002: 6,889,531
2003: 8,251,994
2004: 11,855,013
2005: 11,428,750
2006: 11,456,768
2007: 11,701,031
2008: 10,258,557
2009: 9,993,771
The ASAPS report also includes general information about the patient, such as the gender of the person that underwent surgery.
Most Popular Procedures for Women
Breast augmentation: 311,957
Liposuction: 243,217
Eyelid surgery: 124, 939
Abdominoplasty: 123,041
Breast reduction: 113,511
Most Popular Procedures for Men
Liposuction: 40,519
Rhinoplasty: 32,661
Eyelid surgery: 25,004
Gynecomastia: 16,801
Hair transplantation: 13,064
For more plastic surgery statistics, visit the ASAPS website.
Men and women who have lost a significant amount of weight should be proud that they were able to shed the extra pounds and improve their health. However, the after effects of massive weight loss can impact the individual’s sense of satisfaction when excess skin has accumulated in specific areas of the body. These men and women may be interested in plastic surgery procedures that address sagging skin.
Tummy Tuck
Many patients that undergo the tummy tuck procedure experienced significant stretching of the skin during pregnancy. However, those who have gained and lost a lot of weight may also be appropriate candidates for abdominoplasty, During the procedure, an incision is made across the abdomen, then the cosmetic surgeon skin and underlying muscles are tightened.
Arm Lift
The arm lift procedure removes lax skin along the arm to create more taut contour.
Thigh Lift
Extra skin on the thighs can cause significant embarrassment and discomfort to patients. Dr. Deuber can target problem areas on the thighs to remove excess skin and improve appearance.
Body Lift
Patients who have lost a significant amount of weight after bariatric surgery or diet and exercise may need a combination of lifting procedures performed. These men and women may be appropriate candidates for the body lift procedure.
Stop Taking Certain Medications and Herbs
Certain medications and herbal products should not be taken for at least two weeks before your breast augmentation surgery date. These products include:
Be sure to discuss any medications you are taking with your surgeon before surgery.
Smoking
If you smoke cigarettes, you must quit at least two to four weeks before surgery.
Arrange Time Off of Work
You will want to schedule at least one week off of work so you have time to rest after your breast augmentation surgery.
Take Care of Necessary Tasks
In the days prior to your surgery date, you should pay your bills, complete any housework or laundry that needs to be done, go grocery shopping, and fill your prescriptions so you don’t have to worry about these tasks during your recovery.
Alcohol
Refrain from drinking alcohol for at least 24 hours before surgery.
Arrange a Ride Home after Surgery
You will be unable to drive in the days following your surgery, so be sure to have a family member or friend drive you home from surgery and available to help you during your recovery period.
Food and Drink
Do not eat or drink anything after midnight on the night of your surgery.
The Day of Surgery
On the day of your surgery, please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. Do not wear contact lenses or jewelry.
Elective cosmetic procedures have surged in popularity during the last decade. In fact, millions of Americans undergo cosmetic treatments each year according to statistics. Here is a list of the most popular aesthetic procedures performed by physicians.
Plastic Surgery
According the American Society of Plastic Surgeon‘s 2006 procedural statistics, the most requested cosmetic surgery procedures include:
Skin Care
ASPS statistics from that same year list the following non-surgical treatments as the most popular:
Cosmetic Dentistry
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry polled U.S. dentists in 2006 and determined that the following dental procedures were performed the most:
Bariatric Surgery
The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery has not compiled statistics regarding the number of bariatric procedures performed in the United States since 2003, when more than 103,000 patients underwent gastric bypass surgery. In 2002, 67,000 patients underwent the surgery.
People of almost all ages undergo cosmetic surgery – from the child that undergoes otoplasty or cleft chin repair, to the teenager that gets rhinoplasty, to the adult that undergoes eyelid surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons collects plastic surgery data from surgeons throughout the United States and has provided the age distribution of plastic surgery patients in 2008.
13-19 years: 5% (81,885 procedures)
Three most popular procedures:
20-29 years: 16% (271,142 procedures)
Three most popular procedures:
30-39 years: 23% (390,967 procedures)
Three most popular procedures:
40-54 years: 33% (553,242 procedures)
Three most popular procedures:
55+ years: 22% (371,790)
Three most popular procedures:
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in four out five of the age groups included in the study, while rhinoplasty and liposuction are popular in three out of five categories.
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