Social media, movies, and magazines have both helped and hindered decision-making for those who are considering plastic surgery. With the camera constantly scrutinizing celebrities and personalities for undergoing sometimes very noticeable procedures, such coverage can leave individuals unsure if plastic surgery can help them improve their health, appearance, and sense of well-being or whether it […]
Most Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures
Plastic surgery continues to be popular for a variety of reasons, whether it’s to repair damage as a result of physical injuries or to enhance the look of patients. The following were the most popular plastic surgery procedures of last year, all of which continue to be popular this year: Breast Augmentation – Breast augmentation […]
Picking a Plastic Surgeon
When considering getting cosmetic surgery, choosing the right plastic surgeon is extremely important. The last thing the patient should do is choose a plastic surgeon that is under qualified or that has a reputation for poor quality work just because they are cheaper. The following are a few important tips to keep in mind when choosing […]
Medical Tourism
Medical tourism is a term used to describe patients that are traveling to another country in order to have a medical procedure done. Patients from lesser developed countries that can afford to travel will often go to a different country in order to pay for higher quality medical procedures. In some cases, certain procedures and […]
Recession and Plastic Surgery
The last few years have seen impressive gains for the plastic surgery industry. The recession in 2008 caused a bit hit to the plastic surgery industry as it did to many other industries. In 2009, roughly 77 percent of plastic surgeons believed that the poor state of the economy was responsible for the drop in breast […]