Cosmetic Surgery

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 8.7 million cosmetic surgery procedures were done in 2003. The number of cosmetic surgery procedures is rising. These are the top five procedures in 2003:

Liposuction

Breast augmentation

Nose reshaping

Eyelid surgery

Facelift

As the demand grows for cosmetic surgery, consumers must realize that all cosmetic procedures―even ones that may seem simple―carry risks.

If you are thinking about having cosmetic surgery, become an informed consumer about the procedure and its risks. Select a qualified doctor. Have realistic expectations about the results and know the benefits and limitations of cosmetic surgery.

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