The Top 5 Surgical Cosmetic Procedures for 2009

Over the course of recent decades, plastic surgery and nonsurgical aesthetic procedures have become much more broadly accepted in our society. These operations have become more advanced, safer, and more affordable in many instances than they have been in the past. As a result, what had once been limited to the wealthiest part of the population is now within the reach of many persons, even in times of economic distress. In fact, there were approximately ten million procedures performed in 2009.

If you have some concerns about your appearance and would like to find out what a skilled and experienced Austin plastic surgeon can do to help you to address these issues, then there is no time like the present to schedule a consultation. Contact Austin facial plastic surgeon Dr. Apostolakis at 512-329-8989.

Leading Surgical Procedures

In many ways, the popularity of a particular cosmetic procedure offers an indication about the prevailing taste of our society at a given moment. During 2009 there were 1.5 million surgical cosmetic procedures according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The following were the five most common surgical procedures out of that number:

• Breast augmentation – 311,957
• Liposuction – 283,735
• Eyelid surgery – 149,943
• Rhinoplasty – 138,258
• Abdominoplasty – 127,923

As you can see, if you are interested in one of these procedures, you are hardly alone. If you have any questions about these popular procedures or a different treatment, we can help.

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Austin facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Apostolakis, is prepared to offer eyelid surgery and rhinoplasty in addition to other desirable procedures. Contact him at 512-329-8989.