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Most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in 2012

Most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in 2012

The 2012 National Totals for Cosmetic Procedures, hot off the press from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), answers an interesting question: “What cosmetic procedures do Americans think are important enough to invest hard-earned dollars in?”

Categories: Plastic Surgery News
March 12, 2013
Would you lie about your plastic surgery?

Would you lie about your plastic surgery?

Plastic surgery was once a very taboo subject - many people openly disapproved of procedures like facelifts or breast augmentations, and wouldn't hesitate to make their opinions known when talking to someone who had gone under the knife.

Categories: Plastic Surgery News
March 5, 2013
Surgical vs. Nonsurgical: 4 things to consider

Surgical vs. Nonsurgical: 4 things to consider

When weighing your plastic surgery options, you must decide whether you want to pursue surgical procedures, like a facelift, liposuction or tummy tuck, or non-surgical alternatives, like Botox or dermal filler injections. Here are five questions to ask yourself when making this choice with your board-certified plastic surgeon:

Categories: Plastic Surgery News
February 26, 2013
Our selection of silicone-gel implants is proliferating

New silicone gel breast implant receives FDA approval

Another new silicone-gel filled breast implant has received the U.S. Food and Drug Administration stamp of approval.

Categories: Breast Surgery News, Plastic Surgery News
February 25, 2013
The problem when plastic surgery meets the limelight

The problem when plastic surgery meets the limelight

The media can have a big impact on the way we perceive the world around us, but is it always wise to trust the word of news organizations?

Categories: Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety
February 21, 2013

About ASAPS
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), is recognized as the world’s leading organization devoted entirely to aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine of the face and body.  ASAPS is comprised of over 2,600 Plastic Surgeons; active members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (USA) or by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and have extensive training in the complete spectrum of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures. International active members are certified by equivalent boards of their respective countries. All members worldwide adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and must meet stringent membership requirements.

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