The Cosmetic Surgery Blog

In a recent survey in Great Britain, it has been found that over half of women of ages 25 to 45 fully intend on having cosmetic surgery. The British women's magazine Grazia performed the questionnaire involving interviews with over 1,000 women from England, Scotland and Wales and showed an astounding 11% result of women who had already had plastic surgery. Women had been getting touch-ups that weren't really noticable to the naked, untrained eye, such as nose jobs, wrinkle reduction, lip augmentation, and subtle breast augmentation.

The biggest motivation reported for getting cosmetic surgery was self-confidence. About 64% of those determined to have the surgery stated that they were hoping to feel better about their general appearance just for their own sake. The second most popular reason was the return of youthful looks, with a reported 42% of women willing to go under the knife remiss over what time does to the girlish figure. A small but noticable 13% of surgery-positive reports claimed women wanted to look more attractive to men. While a woman may opt for plastic surgery in order to attract a mate, in the long run it may actually give the woman a better impression of herself.

A woman's happiness is the general concern with most cosmetic surgery prospects. With the occasionally taboo subject of breast implants, 72% of women surveyed (which includes those who do not plan to have cosmetic surgery) agreed that breast augmentation for women is a positive thing if it helps someone feel better about themselves. As cosmetic surgery has become a more popular option for women longing to improve their looks, it is more accpetable among most social groups. In fact, Grazia editor Jane Bruton stated, "In the last decade or so, having cosmetic surgery has become as normal as getting your hair done and there's no shame in doing it any more. Times have changed since the only option for saggy breasts was to buy a better bra."

If you or someone you know is considering plastic surgery, feel free to consult with a cosmetic surgeon in your area. Be sure to carefully select your cosmetic surgeon based on location, expertise and available services and staff. Dr. Bray of Beverly Hills, California has years of experience in performing a wide range of services such as rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, and laser services.

According to the latest issue of New Beauty, there is talk of an at-home laser hair removal device. It may even be available through retail stores. I wonder how effective that will be and how it will affect the business of the dermatologists, spas and aestheticians who offer laser hair removal in their offices.

Better health is a positive movement in present America, with over 60% of the nation classified as overweight in 2002 and innovative diet theories on the rise. In an attempt to lose weight and stay fit, many people are turning to artificial sweetners as a way to lose weight by not using sugar. Problems are emerging from their use, however, as studies find that the use of artificial sweetners can complicate a diet rather than keep a regular weight loss.

No matter how an artifical sweetner is developed, the fact remains that real sugar tastes better and is more substantial than the sugar-less alternative. People concerned with sugar intake as a means of losing weight generally gain more weight by trying to use nothing but artifical sweetner because the sugar-less foods leave them unsatisfied. In the best-selling book, French Women Don't Get Fat, the use of small portions of "real food" (versus processed) is highlighted as key in controlling weight by satiating hunger.

However, just switching sugars isn't always enough. Some women cannot help their weight by dieting alone, or can't afford to wait for the effects of a new diet to kick in. Liposuction and abdominoplasty are becoming more acceptable ways of removing excess fat cleanly and quickly.

If you or someone you know is interested in a surgical weight loss procedure, please feel free to contact an experienced cosmetic surgeon such as Dr. Serota of the Advanced Cosmetic Surgery Center in Denver, Colorado.

According to the American Society for Plastic Surgeons, there has been a definite increase in cosmetic procedures being performed on those in the professional and executive business groups. These high-ranking and new-age-savvy suits are well aware that doing your best also means looking your best, as professional appearance has a dramatic effect on performance. The effect isn't just for women, either - more and more businessmen are opting for liposuctions and facelifts, seeking to out-rank the fresh-faced individuals with less experience but more energetic personas.

One of the major reasons why such an influx of business leaders has appeared in the cosmetic surgery market is because procedures are evolving as to be shorter and still more effective. A new type of face-lift is being developed and is in practice in few small clinics that only requires 72 hours to completely heal. A three-day weekend could become a professional boost for work on Monday as you walk in with a brighter appearance and an uplift in attitude.