Sunday, September 12, 2010

Common Cosmetic Surgery Procedures

By Mark Walters

Why is cosmetic surgery so popular? People want to feel better about themselves. One of the ways people begin to feel better about themselves is by feeling better about how they look. Medical advancements in cosmetic surgery have made such surgery simpler and safer and it has become more acceptable in recent years to have cosmetic surgery. The price of cosmetic surgery is also lower today than it was in past years. 97% of plastic surgery patients report higher self esteem and a better quality of life.

Cosmetic surgery is not, as many people think, a modern trend. It has actually been around since ancient times. Archaeologists have unearthed evidence that the Ancient Greeks and Romans performed plastic surgeries to cure birth defects, improve the appearance of injuries incurred during wars and to help erase the evidence of disfigurements given as punishment for crimes. After all, it is human nature for people to want to look their best.

Once seen as "vanity surgery" and only for wealthy people, cosmetic surgery is quite common today. There is a lot of pressure to be thin and beautiful in today's society and more and more people are undergoing aesthetic surgery to achieve this look. Years ago, cosmetic surgery was seen solely as a procedure for women. Today, many men are undergoing aesthetic surgery. And age is no longer a deterrent. People of all ages, including teenagers, have plastic surgery. The five most common aesthetic surgeries are:

- "Nose Jobs" - or rhinoplasty, are the most popular form of cosmetic surgery today. Rhinoplasty is low to moderate on the scale of invasive procedures and it can dramatically alter the appearance of the face. A good nose job can go far in improving facial appearance.

- Liposuction - is number two on the popularity list of cosmetic surgeries. Many people (particularly Americans) are significantly overweight. It's become so popular because the results are usually excellent.

- Eyebrow lifts - are number three. An eyebrow lift can enhance facial appearance and take a lot of years off tired eyes. It's very simple and results are very good. It's a popular procedure with men as well as women.

- Breast enlargement - is number four. Women feel more secure getting breasts enlarged now that breast implants are safer.

- Facelifts - are the last on the list. Most patients are very happy that they have had a face lift. However, a facelift is a very intrusive procedure and necessitates a fairly long time for recovery.

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