According to experts, the decision to seek out plastic surgery has recently attracted a significant amount of attention, findings showed that all genders who rated their self-esteem, life satisfaction, and attractiveness as low and high exposure to media are more likely to undergo plastic surgery.

And this isn’t a new trend, because the number of people who are seeking cosmetic procedures has steadily increased during the last five years. Although women were generally more attracted to cosmetic surgery, there was also a noticeable number of men considering these procedures.

Based on the research these were the most popular plastic surgical procedures that were done for the past years.

1. 1. • Breast Augmentation
        Also known as augmentation mammoplasty or sometimes referred to as a “boob job” by patients, is a cosmetic surgery procedure to enhance breast shape that involves using silicone or saline breast implants. For some women, this procedure helps them to feel more confident about their breast proportions and correct their breast deformities.
   1. • Tummy Tuck
        Tummy Tuck or abdominoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure that removes excess fat and saggy skin and restores weakened muscles to tighten and reshape your abdominal area. Considered as one of the most popular procedures for men and women because it gives you a more toned abdominal profile and is also suitable for extreme weight loss or post-pregnancy.
   1. • Liposuction
        Commonly termed as “lipo” by patients, is one of the most common cosmetic surgery that involves a fat-removal procedure. A plastic surgeon uses a suction technique to remove fat from specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms, or neck. Studies show that liposuction is not considered to be an overall weight-loss or weight-loss alternative, as you are likely to do so.
   1. • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
        A type of facial surgery that corrects droopy eyelids, reduces bagginess, and removal of excess skin, skin, muscle, and fat. This procedure will enhance the appearance of the eyelids and will also enhance the vision of elderly people whose eyelids are blocking their vision.
   1. • Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
        A cosmetic surgery procedure that changes the nose’s shape and appearance improves its function and corrects deformities due to trauma or birth defects. Always consider consulting an accredited plastic surgeon when you want to undergo this procedure to enhance your entire facial structure and give long-lasting results.

Why plastic surgery procedures are on the rise?

• • Exposure to Media
    Getting exposed to social media platforms can make you feel like you need to look beautiful and doubt your self-esteem. Such factors can lead to plastic surgery so that you can feel satisfied with your appearance.

• • Affordability
    At some point in the past, plastic surgery was only for rich people. But because of the rise of financing options, for example, medical credit cards, personal loans, and credit cards. It gives us an opportunity to improve your physical appearance without spending too much.

• • Health Benefits
    Matarasso said, “The impact and psychological benefit [of some cosmetic treatments] may be profound.” You should consider that plastic surgery cannot help you cure your disease, but based on research undergoing these procedures, it will give you some health benefits if properly applied based on your goal. For example, breast reduction can help to relieve disk or back problems.

• • Technological Advances
    Because of the continuous technological breakthrough of plastic surgery procedures, they become safer and more reliable. Therefore, all the equipment and materials needed by the plastic surgeon are at their fingertips and can be used either for non-surgical or surgical treatment.

After knowing all the most plastic surgery procedures have you found yourself consider undergoing surgery? If yes, be mindful of finding a board-certified plastic surgeon who will prioritize your well-being. Lastly, ask yourself “Why?” and be honest to make sure you know what you want to change to make sure you feel better about yourself after the surgery.