The World’s Most Popular Cosmetic Surgery Procedures

The holidays are upon us, and with all of the shopping, decorating, cookie-making, and gift-giving, you’re probably wondering if there’s time to do something for yourself.

Of course, you could always go to the spa, join a health club or hit the road for a weekend getaway. But why not consider something with a little more staying power?

Maybe brighter eyes, a straighter nose, a healthier waistline or a perkier chest is just what you need to feel as confident on the outside as you do on the inside.

If you find yourself nodding up and down, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world treat themselves to a healthy dose of confidence by going under the knife. Their procedures of choice? Liposuction, breast augmentation and rhinoplasty (nose jobs) are among the top five according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

Those living in Venezuela, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Brazil and Thailand go for liposuction while those in China, Japan and South Korea favor rhinoplasty. Patients in Romania, Australia, Mexico, France and the Netherlands jump at the chance to have breast augmentation.

It’s interesting to note that breast augmentation was the number one surgical procedure of all 1.5 million cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2012. Some women want to restore volume after a pregnancy or major weight loss. Others opt to reconstruct their breasts after a mastectomy. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons notes there are many women who are unsatisfied with their breasts altogether, and augmentation offers a desirable, balanced figure.

Below are the top five surgical procedures in the United States:  

Cosmetic Surgery	# of Surgeries in 2012
Breast Augmentation	286,274
Nose Reshaping (rhinoplasty)	242,684
Eyelid Surgery (blepharoplasty)	204,015
Liposuction	202,128
Facelift	126,320

Naturally, the question “Which surgery lasts the longest?” comes to mind. We tell clients, “The best results come from the most experienced physicians.” As you shop for the best surgeon to meet your surgical needs, be sure he or she offers a blemish-free record and a wealth of testimonials from within your age group. (Why age group? Because results will vary with patients in various age groups.)

If you’re looking for long-lasting procedures, check out our top five list below:

Type of Cosmetic Surgery	Average Period of Time
Breast Augmentation	10-15 years
Nose Reshaping (rhinoplasty)	Lifetime
Eyelid Surgery (blepharoplasty)	10-15 years
Liposuction	Varies for each patient and lifestyle.
Facelift	2-12 years (Depending on the patient’s age.)

If you’re thinking about a pick-me-up for the New Year, consider that you are not alone. Millions of people around the world are treating themselves to safe, long-lasting cosmetic surgery results.

Give us a call today to learn how you can “make a little merry” with a brand new look! We will provide you with a wealth of information to help you make the best decision for your surgical needs.