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.
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