Unlike previous years where baby boomers accounted for the majority of plastic and cosmetic procedures performed, “Generation X” is now leading the trend.
Recent statistics from the American Society for Plastic Surgery (ASPS) show that adults between the ages of 31 and 45 – not baby boomers that are between the ages of 51 and 64 – accounted for 43 percent of all procedures performed in 2010. Read more »
Up until now, dermatologists have been trying a variety of different skin removal techniques to get rid of precancerous skin lesions.
Breast reduction surgery is an attractive option for women who want to decrease discomfort from very large or sagging breasts, and improve their appearance. However, recent research suggests that women over 50 undergoing breast reduction surgery may experience more surgery-related complications than their younger counterparts.
Pousti Plastic Surgery in California has been a leader in breast augmentation and reconstructive surgical procedures for several years. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Pousti recently introduced the Keller Funnel technique for breast implants at his practice.
Latest statistics reveal that annual spending on cosmetic and plastic surgery ranges from $30 billion to $40 billion each year around the globe. Breast implants, liposuction and tummy tuck procedures continue to be among the most popular procedures for men and women, and are usually performed specifically to enhance the person’s appearance.
Teen bride Courtney Stodden, now 17 and married to 51-year-old actor Doug Hutchison, has been trying to squash rumors that she has had plastic surgery but has till been a source of accusations – until November 7, 2011 when she made an appearance on Dr. Drew’s Lifechangers show to make her point.
