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Make sure you're undergoing plastic surgery for the right reasons.

The wrong reasons to get plastic surgery

An aesthetic surgery procedure can help you boost your confidence and get the body you've always dreamed of, but the decision to go under the knife should not be one entered into lightly.

Categories: Cosmetic Medicine News, Lifestyle, Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety, Psychological Issues
May 23, 2013
UK plastic surgeons seek higher standards, more regulation

UK plastic surgeons seek higher standards, more regulation

The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS), a British group of plastic surgeons, recently released a statement calling for some changes in the rhetoric of the plastic surgery industry in the UK. The announcement could serve as a reminder for both patients and cosmetic surgeons here in the U.S. that it's essential to focus on realistic results and safety.

Categories: Cosmetic Medicine News, Injectables, Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety, Psychological Issues
February 1, 2013
Rise in male plastic surgery prompts surgeons to mix things up

Rise in male plastic surgery prompts surgeons to mix things up

Over the past few years, there have been many reports and articles discussing the increasing popularity of plastic surgery among men.

Categories: Age/Gender Issues, Cosmetic Medicine News, Injectables, Lifestyle, Plastic Surgery News, Psychological Issues
January 28, 2013
After dramatic weight loss, loose, hanging skin may be improved with plastic surgery.

Does body image improve after dramatic weight loss?

Do you believe that the fatter you are, the worse your body image?

Categories: Psychological Issues
November 26, 2012
Bullying and plastic surgery: Would you let your teen get surgery?

Bullying and plastic surgery: Would you let your teen get surgery?

We recently brought you the story of Nadia Ilse, a teenager who underwent otoplasty, rhinoplasty and a chin augmentation after being bullied at school for her looks.

Categories: Age/Gender Issues, Plastic Surgery News, Psychological Issues
September 6, 2012

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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