Ear reshaping surgery or otoplasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure aimed at correcting the size, shape or appearance of one or both ears to bring them in proportion to the rest of the face and head. Otoplasty is one of the few cosmetic procedures that may be performed on children, apart from adults, as long as the child has attained complete ear development. Ear shape deformities usually occur from birth, and can be improved easily with otoplasty.

The plastic surgeon will carefully assess the shape and condition of the ear in relation to the facial and head anatomy, and then recommend an appropriate otoplasty surgical plan. The surgeon’s goal should be to achieve the desired results in a less invasive manner as far as possible. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Kim provides otoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Candidates

Any healthy individual who is bothered by the appearance of oversized, misshaped, asymmetrical or flapping ears can be a good candidate for otoplasty. Children with deformed or poorly shaped ears can also receive this cosmetic surgery procedure if they meet one or more of the following conditions:

• The child’s age is at least five years, and the ear cartilage has achieved full growth and stability.
• The child is not suffering from any untreated ear infection.
• The child is able to comprehend the surgeon’s advice and cooperate for a successful surgery.

Teens and adults will make equally good candidates for otoplasty. Dr. Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon receiving patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for otoplasty.

 

Surgical Procedure

Otoplasty may be performed using mild general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. If the ears are significantly protruding, the surgeon may build or enhance the anti-helical fold within the ear’s rim. The surgeon will also reduce the enlarged conchal cavity at the same time.

Placement of the incisions will usually be behind the ears so that the scars are minimally exposed. In a few cases, the ears may have to be made on the front side, but they will still be made within the ear folds. Internal sutures will be used to secure the newly shaped cartilage into the desired position.

The incisions will be closed with external sutures once the procedure has been completed. As long as otoplasty is performed by a skilled surgeon, the results can be natural looking and aesthetically pleasing. The good thing about otoplasty is that the results will usually be permanent.

 

Recovery

Recovery period can vary between two patients depending on whether one or both ears have been operated upon, and the extent of surgery performed. A majority of patients will be in a position to resume their normal routine or return to work in about one week.

During the first few days, the patient may use pain medication to stay comfortable. Bruising and swelling will reduce considerably from second week. External sutures will usually be removed during the first post-op appointment at the end of the first week.

 

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Defects in the shape of one or both ears can be a cause of frustration and low self-esteem among adults as well as kids. In many cases, the oddly shaped or protruding ears may occur by birth, but an injury to the ear may also cause a shape deformity. Otoplasty is a successful and proven cosmetic surgery treatment to restore a desirable and natural looking shape and size of the ears.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing otoplasty, which is also known as ear reshaping or ear pinning surgery. Dr. Kim will correct oversized, asymmetrical or awkward looking ears using advanced surgical techniques to make the procedure less invasive and more targeted. Dr. Kim provides otoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Candidacy

An individual who is bothered by the appearance of prominent or oddly shaped ears may be a good candidate for otoplasty. Prior to considering a patient for this cosmetic surgery, the surgeon will assess the patient’s general health condition, overall facial anatomy, and their personal aesthetic needs and goals. If the ear has suffered damage due to an injury, ear reconstruction along with reshaping may have to be performed.

Children who have attained full ear growth can also make fabulous candidates for otoplasty as long as they are of an age where they can choose the procedure with the basic understanding of why they want to receive it. Kids who are unhappy or shy in their peer group because of the odd shape of ears may undergo this surgery.

 

Procedure

The ear primarily comprises cartilage, which can be manipulated by the plastic surgeon to create the desired shape or size. The goal is to create a shape that is in harmony with other facial features and is well-proportioned to the size of the head. It is also important to ensure that both ears match each other in a mirrored fashion.

The patient should have realistic expectations, and should be made aware by the surgeon that the ears cannot be a perfect identical match. It will anyway look unnatural, while the aim of the procedure is to create natural looking ears. To make the procedure less invasive, in many cases, a skilled surgeon will be able to alter only one ear to achieve a balanced appearance. However, sometimes the patient may require correction in both ears.

Once the necessary changes are performed, the surgeon will place sutures. These will be removed in about one week after the otoplasty. Incisions will be made behind the ear to ensure that scarring remains minimally exposed. Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for ear reshaping surgery and various other aesthetic procedures.

 

Recovery

Following otoplasty, an average patient will be able to resume their normal routine or return to work in about one week. Strenuous physical activities will have to be avoided for about two weeks to allow the healing to be completed.

 

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The primary step prior to abdominoplasty or tummy tuck cosmetic surgery is to find a fully trained and experienced tummy tuck surgeon. It is critical to choose a surgeon with whom a comfortable personal rapport is established, and the patient feels free to ask questions and receives reassuring and relevant answers.

Patients should prepare a checklist of questions that they would like to ask during the pre-operative tummy tuck consultation. The plastic surgeon will address all the questions in detail and help the patient make an informed decision. Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing abdominoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Questions about the Surgeon

• Do you have the required qualifications, training and experience to perform tummy tuck cosmetic surgery?
• Are you board certified in plastic surgery?
• Have you performed tummy tuck procedures previously?
• What is your rate of success in this procedure?
• How many of your patients on average require a revision surgery after the primary abdominoplasty?
• Do you have hospital privileges at one or more local hospitals to perform tummy tuck?
• Will you be able to provide tummy tuck before and after photos?
• Can I review the testimonials of some of your previous patients?
• Can I talk to one of your medical team members to know more about your practice?

 

Questions about the Procedure

• Will you perform abdominoplasty using general or local anesthesia in my case?
• Will I be able to return home the same day after surgery?
• What surgical technique would be appropriate in my case?
• Will I require liposuction along with tummy tuck?
• Is it possible to achieve my aesthetic goals with partial abdominoplasty?
• Do you have a policy for revision procedures in case I do not like the results of the primary surgery?
• How conspicuous will be the scarring following tummy tuck, and how is it possible to minimize the visibility of scars?
• Can you provide me with a video of tummy tuck surgery procedure?

 

Questions about Risks and Complications

• What are the potential risks and complications that I should be aware of?
• Can I take any pre- and post-operative measures to minimize the risks?
• Is your practice equipped to deal with an emergency situation?
• Are there any lifestyle adjustments that are required to make my surgery safer and more effective?

 

Questions about the Cost

• Can you advise me about all the estimated costs associated with tummy tuck surgery, including pre- and post-op expenses?
• Are there any circumstances in which tummy tuck surgery costs can be covered by health insurance?
• Can I make the payment by check or credit card?
• Would your office be able to offer any guidance or assistance with regard to insurance and financing?

A dedicated plastic surgeon will answer all questions in proper details. Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas.

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Optimal outcomes in any cosmetic surgery procedure are usually achieved when the patient and the surgeon have a profound personal rapport and clear and frank communication at every stage. Pre-operative consultation process is vital to the final success of a procedure such as neck lift, and the patient should be prepared to clarify all their doubts and concerns at this stage.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing neck lift and various other procedures of the breast, body, and face. Dr. Kim will encourage the patient to ask every question that comes to their mind, and will help them make an informed choice about the procedure. He provides neck lift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Checklist of Questions

A patient seeking neck lift cosmetic surgery would do well to prepare a checklist of questions they want to ask from the surgeon during the initial consultation. Some of the questions that may be included in this list would be as follows:

• Do you have a board certification in cosmetic or plastic surgery, and from which board?
• Have you undergone dedicated plastic surgery training, and for how long?
• Do you have past experience with neck lift procedures, and what has been your patient satisfaction rate?
• Is your attending staff adequately qualified and trained?
• Where do you receive most of your patients from?
• Am I a suitable candidate for neck lift surgery?
• Would you recommend neck lift in conjunction with facelift in my case?
• Will I need neck liposuction along with neck lift?
• Are there any non-surgical techniques that can replace neck lift or be combined with it to make the procedure less invasive?
• How would you describe an excellent, average and poor outcome from neck lift surgery?
• Can your office provide me with neck lift before and after photographs of previous patients?
• Can I interact with one of your team members to learn more about your practice?
• Would you perform the surgery at an accredited ambulatory surgical center?
• Would it require general or local anesthesia to perform this surgery in my case?
• Do you have an office protocol in place to handle any emergency situations?
• Would you be accessible during every appointment that I may have to make with regard to neck lift surgery?
• How long will it take to complete the procedure in the surgical room?
• Are there any medical tests or health clearances that I will need prior to the surgery?
• Are there any risks and complications associated with neck lift that I should know of?
• How long would it take for the post-operative recovery?

 

Additional Suggestions

The patient may try to learn more about the practice online by going through their official website and third party reviews, ratings, blogs and social media comments. Experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for neck lift.

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Blepharoplasty is a sensitive cosmetic surgery procedure because it involves the eyelid area. To achieve safe and desirable outcomes, it is essential to have clear communication between the patient and the surgeon. An experienced surgeon will address all the questions and concerns of the patient in detail and help them make an informed decision. On their part, the patient should be prepared to ask all the necessary questions in order to learn more about the procedure.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing advanced and innovative procedures in a state of the art surgical environment. Dr. Kim will engage with the patient closely during the pre-op consultation and address all their questions in adequate details. He provides blepharoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Important Questions to Ask

Before committing to eyelid cosmetic surgery, the patient should ask the following questions during the initial consultation with the surgeon:

• Are you board certified in plastic surgery from a prestigious board?
• How many years of training and experience do you have in the field of plastic surgery?
• Have you performed eyelid lift surgery previously and what has been your track record of success in this procedure?
• What are the surgical techniques you may use to perform blepharoplasty in my case?
• Would you use general or local anesthesia for this procedure?
• What will be the estimated duration of the procedure, and will it performed on an outpatient basis?
• Do you have hospital privileges in the local area?
• In case of an emergency, will your office will be able to do what is required?
• If the primary surgery is not fully satisfactory, what would be your policy for a revision procedure?
• Will you be present for every appointment that I may have to make with regard to my procedure?
• Do you receive patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas?
• Would you be able to provide me with blepharoplasty before and after images of earlier patients?
• Do you have a video of the procedure available that I can review?
• Can I talk to one of your staff members to familiarize myself better with your office?
• Can I see a few patient testimonials?
• Are you conversant with the latest surgical techniques and procedures used in eyelid surgery?
• Do I make a marvelous candidate for lower or upper eyelid surgery or both?
• Would I require any additional upper face procedure to achieve my aesthetic goals?
• Is it possible to make the procedure less invasive by combining it with non-surgical procedures such as Botox or dermal fillers?
• What would be the estimated cost of my procedure, including all pre- and post-operative costs?

A committed plastic surgeon will usually address all such questions from their own side to the patient’s full satisfaction. Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for blepharoplasty.

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A candidate for gynecomastia cosmetic surgery should understand all aspects of the procedure clearly before deciding to go ahead with it. A patient with accurate information and understanding of the procedure will be in a position to make the best decision and will typically feel more satisfied from the results in the end.

Dedicated plastic surgeons like to educate patients about the procedure and encourage them to ask questions and clear all their doubts and concerns. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Kim provides male breast reduction surgery and various other procedures to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Questions related to the Surgeon

• Do you have a board certification in plastic surgery?
• How many years of training have you received in the field of cosmetic surgery?
• Have you performed gynecomastia procedures in the past, and what has been your success rate?
• Would you perform gynecomastia at a surgical suite, an accredited surgical center, or a hospital?
• Do you have staff privileges at one or more local hospitals?
• Is your practice equipped to handle any emergencies that may arise during or after surgery?
• Do you have a policy with regard to revision procedures in case the primary surgery is not satisfactory?
• Do you receive patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas?

 

Questions related to Gynecomastia

• Am I a stellar candidate for gynecomastia?
• Will I require tissue removal or liposuction or both?
• Would you require me to make any dietary or lifestyle changes or alterations to my current medications prior to the surgery?
• Will you perform the procedure using general or local anesthesia?
• Would the anesthesiologist be present throughout the procedure for monitoring?
• Do you perform gynecomastia as an outpatient procedure or will I have to stay at the surgical center overnight?
• What are the risks and complications associated with this surgery?
• What will be the estimated downtime following the surgery?
• Can I review a few gynecomastia before and after photos of previous patients?

 

Questions related to the Cost

• How much fee would you charge for the procedure?
• Will the costs include the costs of anesthesia and operating room expenses?
• How much would be the cost for post-operative appointments, surgical garment, prescription medications, and medical tests?
• Does the procedure become more cost-effective if I combine it with another surgical or non-surgical procedure?
• Can the costs of gynecomastia be covered by health insurance under certain circumstances?
• Are there any low interest medical care financing options that you may be able to recommend?

The patient should decide to go ahead with gynecomastia procedure only after receiving clarity about all his questions and concerns. He should ideally prepare a list of questions in advance for the pre-op consultation. Leading plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for gynecomastia.

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The face is a complex part of the body from an aesthetic perspective. A major procedure such as facelift cosmetic surgery should only be performed by a fully trained and experienced surgeon. The patient should choose the right surgeon and ask various questions during pre-operative consultations to have complete clarity about the procedure. This will help the patient to make the right decisions.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon providing facelift and various other surgical and non-surgical procedures. During the initial consultation, Dr. Kim will make every effort to educate the patient about different aspects of facelift and help them make an informed decision. He provides facelift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Important Questions

Prior to choosing a surgeon or going ahead with facelift cosmetic surgery, the patient should obtain clear answers to the following questions:

• Are you board certified in cosmetic and plastic surgery?
• Do you perform various facial surgery procedures, including neck lift and forehead lift, in addition to facelift surgery?
• Would you perform facelift surgery at a hospital, accredited ambulatory surgical center, or a private surgical suite?
• Do you have staff privileges at a local hospital?
• Have you performed facelift procedures in the past?
• Would you use the services of an anesthesiologist or registered anesthetist nurse for anesthesia?
• Do you work with trained and experienced staff members?
• Do you usually receive patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas?
• How about my suitability as a candidate for facelift?
• Can you recommend any non-surgical procedures to make facelift surgery less invasive?
• What according to you would be a satisfactory result from facelift surgery?
• Can I see facelift surgery before and after photos of your earlier facelift patients?
• Can I talk to one of your staff members to learn more about facelift procedure?
• Do you have systems in place to deal with surgery-related emergencies?
• Would I be able to meet you during every visit to your office for facelift?
• How long will you take to perform facelift surgery in the operating room?
• Do I need to get any health clearances or laboratory tests prior to facelift?
• Are there any potential side effects that I should be aware of before I choose facelift surgery?
• Can you explain the estimated recovery process in case of facelift surgery?

 

Additional Tips

The patient should preferably review as many facelift before and after photos as possible in order to have a better idea about the procedure and form reasonable expectations. If the patient wants to learn more about the surgeon’s reputation, they may ask for patient testimonials of previous patients to know what others are saying about him.

Experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for facelift surgery and various other procedures of the breast, body, and face.

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To achieve optimal outcomes in a procedure such as liposuction cosmetic surgery, the patient should have a clear understanding of all aspects of the procedure and should be able to choose the right surgeon for their needs.

Experienced liposuction surgeons will encourage patients to clarify all their concerns and doubts, and make a well-considered choice about the procedure. Dr. Eugene Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon providing liposuction surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Questions about the Surgeon

• Are you qualified in general surgery or cosmetic and plastic surgery?
• Do you have a board certification in cosmetic surgery?
• How many years of surgical training have you completed?
• Have you performed liposuction procedures in the past?
• Where would you perform the liposuction surgery procedure?
• Are you affiliated with a local hospital for performing surgeries?
• Is your practice equipped with deal with an emergency that may occur during or after the surgery?
• Do you have a policy for revision procedures, in case the liposuction surgery does not satisfy me?
• Do you perform both surgical and non-surgical body contouring procedures?
• Do you receive patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas?

 

Questions about the Surgery

• Am I a good candidate for liposuction surgery?
• Is it possible to achieve my aesthetic goals using only non-invasive aesthetic treatments instead of liposuction?
• Would you recommend any lifestyle or diet changes that are necessary before I proceed with the surgery?
• What about my ongoing medications and herbal supplements?
• Will you perform liposuction using general or local anesthesia?
• Will I need to stay overnight at the hospital after liposuction?
• What are the potential risks and complications in case of liposuction surgery?
• What is the estimated downtime after the surgery?
• Can I review liposuction before and after photographs pertaining to your previous patients?

 

Questions about the Cost

• How much would the liposuction surgery cost in my case?
• Is the cost inclusive of anesthesia and surgical venue costs?
• How about the post-operative costs such as surgical garments, medical tests, prescription drugs, and post-op visits to your office?
• Will it be more cost-effective if I combine liposuction along with another surgical or non-surgical procedure?
• In which cases the cost of liposuction may be covered by the health insurer?
• Are there any low interest medical care financing options that you may be able to suggest?

The patient should make the final choice of a plastic surgeon for liposuction after carefully evaluating their credentials. Choosing a board certified plastic surgeon has a critical advantage because such surgeons are fully trained and updated with the latest surgical techniques and knowledge.

Patients should freely ask questions during the pre-op consultations in order to make well-informed decisions. They should also discuss the cost aspects clearly so that they can arrange finances or apply for a loan well in time.

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Liposuction is one of the top five most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the US today. The procedure is designed to reduce or remove unwanted fat deposits from specific areas of the body to restore enhanced contours. The procedure has been around for more than three decades and countless women and men have benefitted from it.

Liposuction involves safe, targeted, limited volume fat reduction to tone and sculpt the body in particular areas that are resistant to diet or exercise. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Kim provides liposuction and various other procedures to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Candidacy

An idea and sensational candidate for liposuction cosmetic surgery will ideally have all or most of the following attributes:

• Unhappy with the appearance of excess fat pockets that are unresponsive to diet or exercise
• Seeking fat reduction for improved body contours, and not weight loss
• Having fairly elastic skin and suitable muscle tone
• Moderate and stable body weight
• Not having any specific medical condition that could pose risk during surgery or healing
• Willingness to quit smoking several weeks before surgery
• Realistic expectations

 

Areas of Benefit

Liposuction is typically a very successful surgery to reduce the amount of stubborn fat cells in areas such as the thighs, abdomen, flanks or love handles, hips, face and neck, back, upper arms, and knees. Patients should know that it is not a weight loss surgery but a body contouring procedure. Leading plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for liposuction.

 

Procedure

Dr. Kim will adopt one of the following less invasive approaches to perform liposuction surgery:

 

Tumescent Liposuction

Tumescent liposuction is a popular procedure to remove unwanted fat deposits in a safe, less invasive way. The surgeon will inject the targeted area with a local anesthetic and a special saline solution to constrict the blood vessels and minimize blood loss.

Very small incisions will be placed discreetly in the affected area to remove fat cells using a thin cannula and vacuum pressure. The patient will experience less bleeding and less swelling with tumescent liposuction. The recovery will be easier and faster.

 

VASER Lipo

VASER Lipo is an innovative fat reduction procedure with certain differences from tumescent liposuction. This is an ultrasonic body sculpting technique that involves the use of ultrasound energy to heat and dissolve fatty tissue in a gentle and precise manner.

The ultrasound energy will help to disintegrate the fat cells quickly. The surgeon will use a cannula to remove the liquefied fat cells in a less aggressive manner and without damaging the surrounding healthy tissue.

 

Recovery

With both these less invasive liposuction techniques, the patient will usually be able to resume their normal activities or go to work in about one week. Mild pain or soreness in the incision areas in the first few days can be managed with pain meds. Vigorous exercises should be avoided for about one month.

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The field of cosmetic surgery has grown and evolved dramatically over the last two decades. Data compiled by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) for 2014 reveals interesting new trends in both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures when compared to the figures of 2013.

Scot Glasberg, the president of ASPS, said that demand for plastic surgery procedures has risen rapidly as technological advancements are paving the way for a wider range of treatment options. Dr. Eugene Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon providing various aesthetic procedures to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Rising Demand

According to the ASPS, 15.6 million cosmetic procedures were performed in the US in 2014. Including both surgical and minimally invasive procedures, this figure represented a growth of three percent over the previous year.

During 2014, an additional 5.8 million reconstructive procedures were performed, recording a growth of one percent over the previous year. More than 13.9 million minimally invasive cosmetic procedures were also performed in 2014, which was a jump of four percent over 2013.

 

Top Five Non-Surgical Procedures

The top five non-surgical cosmetic procedures in 2014 included:

• Botox: 6.7 million (up 6 percent)
• Dermal Fillers: 2.3 million (up 3 percent)
• Chemical Peels: 1.2 million (up 7 percent)
• Laser Hair Removal: 1.1 million (up 3 percent)
• Microdermabrasion: 0.9 million (down 9 percent)

Dr. Kim provides cutting edge cosmetic surgery as well as non-surgical aesthetic procedures for the breast, body and face. He receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas.

 

Top Five Surgical Procedures

In 2014, over 1.7 million cosmetic surgery procedures were performed, registering a growth of one percent over 2013. The five most popular surgical procedures performed by plastic surgeons in 2014 included:

• Breast Augmentation: 286,254 (down 1 percent)
• Rhinoplasty: 217,124 (down 2 percent)
• Liposuction: 210,552 (up 5 percent)
• Eyelid surgery: 206,509 (down 4 percent)
• Facelift: 128,266 (down 4 percent)

 

Buttock Enhancement

One of the fastest growing cosmetic surgery procedures in 2014 was buttock enhancement. In comparison to 2013, the figures were as follows:

• Buttock Augmentation with Fat Grafting: 11,505 procedures (up 15 percent)
• Buttock Implants: 1,863 procedures (up 98 percent)
• Buttock Lift: 3,505 procedures (up 44 percent)

 

Growth in Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction surgery may have to be performed to restore the appearance of breasts after a mastectomy. In 2014, the number of breast reconstruction procedures stood at 102,200, representing an increase of seven percent over the previous year.

 

Rise in Male Surgeries

Breast reduction surgery turned out to be the leading plastic surgery procedure for men in 2014, with a total of 26,175 procedures performed during the year. One of the new procedures for men is pectoral implant surgery.

In 2014, a total of 1,054 pectoral implant procedures were performed, registering a growth of 208 percent over the previous year. Since 2000, male plastic surgery rates have continued to improve on a year on year basis.

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