Number of procedures in 2011: 439,161 Treatment with “intense pulsed light” can remove skin pigmentation problems such as birth marks or age spots. The light is applied to the skin’s surface to change the skin’s melanin (brown pigment) making them less visible. Skin irritation is a potential risk.
Top 10 most popular cosmetic procedures in U.S. – Surgical – 1. Liposuction aka lipoplasty
Number of procedures in 2011: 325,332 Liposuction removes areas of fat deposits around the body via a hollow metal suction tube that is passed through the fatty tissue. Sometimes an ultrasound is used to break down fat cells for removal. Complications are infrequent, but include hematoma, infection, scarring or other indentations or skin irregularities.
Top 10 most popular cosmetic procedures in U.S. – Surgical – 2. Breast augmentation
Number of procedures in 2011: 316,848 During breast augmentation, an incision is made by a surgeon who creates a pocket underneath the pectoral muscle for the implant to be inserted. Women can get either a saline or silicone-filled implant. Risks include scarring, infection and a potential need for the implants to be removed in the […]
Top 10 most popular cosmetic procedures in U.S. – Surgical – 3. Tummy tuck aka abdominoplasty
Number of procedures in 2011: 149,410 An abdominoplasty is a procedure that removes excess or sagging abdominal skin. Generally, a horizontal incision is made above the pubic area or above the belly button, depending where the loose skin resides. To tighten the abdominal wall, the surgeon brings loose underlying tissue and muscle together with sutures. […]
Top 10 most popular cosmetic procedures in U.S. – Surgical – 4. Cosmetic eyelid surgery aka blepharoplasty
Number of procedures in 2011: 147,540 A blepharoplasty is performed on people with excess skin on the eyelids that may impact vision or on folks with a “puffy appearance” or bags and circles under the eyes. Incisions are made in the upper or lower eyelids to remove excess skin and fatty tissue. Risks include hematoma […]
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