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Costs of Plastic Surgery Vary Worldwide

2009-03-25T10:42:00.000-07:00

Plastic surgery costs is one of the most frequent plastic surgery related Internet searches.

Now, a global group of plastic surgeons, the 1700-member International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS,) has released, not only the costs of plastic surgery in other nations, but the amounts plastic surgeons earned as of January, 2008.

First, the prices paid in other nations for cosmetic plastic surgery:

U.S. and Western Europe for rhinoplasty, tummy tuck, face lift, hip and thigh contouring and breast reduction: $5,000 to $10,000.
South America - except Brazil - and all of Asia except China, Japan and Korea: all procedures under $5,000.
Brazil: Charges for tummy tuck, facelift, hip and thigh body contouring: $5,000 to $10,000. All other procedures: under $5,000.

Prices were difficult to establish because ISAPS only has several members in China, Japan and Korea. Most members are in Western Europe, the U.S. and Brazil. Asian ISAPS members only make up 9.8% of the society.

Now, the 64,000-dollar question: How much do plastic surgeons make?

Western Europe: 30.8% earn just under $250,000. 27.4% earn $250,000 to $500,000.
United States: 17.3% earn over $2 million. The second highest, personal income between $750,000 and $1 million.
Brazil: 50% earn less than $250,000 yearly. 32.2% reported gross income between $250,000 and $500,000.
Australia and New Zealand: 20.3% reported earning between $750,000 and $1 million. 19% earned between $1million and $1.25 million. Another 19% reported over $2 million.

Some of those figures sound huge but don't forget the cost of operating a business - staff salaries and benefits, office rent, malpractice insurance, advertising and other overhead -- can be huge, easily consuming 80% of gross income.

How much do you think a plastic surgeon should make?

Plastic Surgery: Is It O.K. for Teens?

2009-03-24T09:12:00.000-07:00

Teenagers also watch television shows like:

Dr. 90210
Nip-Tuck
Real Housewives of Orange County

and other programs about cosmetic plastic surgery.

They see how others improve their looks and gain self-confidence by getting rid of ungainly features like a big nose, ears that stick out or acne scars.

If ever there existed a group of people who want to look good, it's teens!

Moreover, statistics show that more adolescents are having plastic surgery treatments.

In 2007, The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reveals that 330,000 people 13 to 19 had plastic surgery, with the top procedures being:

The invasive surgeries on teens totaled 87,601.

But the real surprise: teens had more minimally invasive procedures like:

Botox
Laser hair removal
Laser skin resurfacing,
Leg vein treatment
Microdermabrasion

That total? 224,658!

So what are the guidelines for teens?

Technically, plastic surgery patients should be over 18. But plastic surgeons will make exceptions if the disliked feature - like unflattering ears or a big nose - causes misery in the teen's life.

The youngster must also be able to understand all the consequences of surgery, such as:

A slight chance for complications
A healing period is necessary
You will still look like yourself

The young man or woman must also be mature enough to understand a nose job or ear pinning is not a ticket to better life or all-around problem solver.

The desire for surgery must also come from the teenager him or herself.

Teens likely to be quickly shown the door are the ones taken to a plastic surgeon by a parent who wants certain features changed.

If the surgeon sees a young person with a "whatever" attitude, and the parent does all the talking, the surgery is very likely not to take place.

One of the most quickly granted cosmetic plastic surgeries on young people is otoplasty, or ear pinning. Why?

The procedure can be done at five years of age.

Many plastic surgeons understand a life-long self-esteem problem can be formed if a child starts school and is immediately hounded by teasing and harassment about the large ears.

Plastic Surgery in Politics

2009-03-23T15:56:00.000-07:00

With the U.S. national elections over, we can summarize what part cosmetic and plastic surgery played in the election.

Everybody saw how good 44-year-old Sara Palin looked. But she was a beauty queen in her 20s so maybe her secret was being born with great genes.

Orange County plastic surgeon blogger John Di Saia, M.D., says the jury would remain out on the question of Palin's surgical rejuvenation without good, close up-pictures of her face now and at age 20.

Tony Youn, M.D., another plastic surgeon blogger, thinks Palin probably had Botox in her forehead, skin rejuvenation by lasers or laser peels and teeth whitening.

Stars Plastic Surgery agrees and thinks Palin's features show some facial fillers.

And while nobody has actual proof, the Huffington Post blog, tracked rumors to Palin's beauty shop in Wasilla, Alaska, and revealed that Palin has permanent Lip liner in the form of a tattoo.

Another doctor, John Lott, Ph.D., revealed on his blog that Sarah Palin has a tattoo of the Big Dipper (also on the Alaska state flag) on an ankle. No bloggers have turned up any actual pictures but there are many skin-colored cosmetic creams that hide tats.

Democrats did not escape bloggers' scrutiny.

The Jossip blog found close-up before and after pictures of Joe Biden that indicate the vice presidential forehead has been surgically rejuvenated - or at least had Botox.

Note how wide and bright his eyes seem for a 65-year-old man. That's a possible sign of an upper eyelid lift.

In Your Face, the Orange County Register's blog, asked plastic surgeons and dermatologists what they would do for the McCain face. Ideas included Botox in the forehead, around his eyes to soften crow's feet and other skin refreshing procedures like facial fillers and laser treatments.

The experts noticed that McCain has probably already had an upper eyelid lift, along with laser skin treatments.

An earlier In Your Face blog had a lot more to say about plastic and cosmetic surgery for Hillary Clinton. And as our secretary of state, Madam Secretary may think more about refreshing her 60-year-old appearance with a full face lift.

What about Obama?

Probably because he is only 47, cosmetic and plastic surgery bloggers had surprisingly little to say except for possible nasal surgery.

What do you think? Has Obama had a nose job?

Reasons for Having Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills

2008-08-25T11:37:00.000-07:00

There are several reasons you might want to have rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills. Perhaps you have always thought your nose was too big, misshapen, or simply unattractive, any of which are valid reasons for wanting to have rhinoplasty surgery. If you do not like looking at yourself in the mirror, you will not have as much self-confidence as you need in your daily life because in the back of your mind you will always think people are judging you negatively because of your facial appearance. Alternatively, you might want to have rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills because of an injury caused by an accident that changed your appearance and/or made it difficult for you to breathe. In either case, rhinoplasty could be the only answer for getting you the nose that you want or need.

Why Choose Rhinoplasty in Los Angeles

2008-08-16T11:35:00.000-07:00

When asked what feature they dislike the most about their bodies, the majority of people say they are most bothered by their nose. Thankfully, for those who are unhappy with what nature has provided them, there is help. Rhinoplasty in Los Angeles can help you change your nose and, thus, your face into something that you find more aesthetically appealing. In addition, this procedure can solve a variety of medical maladies, including a deviated septum and breathing issues? It is important to understand that the surgery does not address bone structure. Rhinoplasty changes the shape of the skin and underlying cartilage in the nose, providing a different, more streamlined shape. Thousands of patients every year undergo this procedure and get the face that they want. In fact, rhinoplasty can be easily combined with brow lifts, face lifts and more, for comprehensive benefits that will affect your entire face.

Orange County Liposuction Allows Women to Look Great

2008-08-11T11:33:00.000-07:00

Some popular American television shows have Orange County, California as their setting or backdrop. This wealthy and beautiful area of California displays characters that are attractive and physically fit. Many of these characters are played by television stars that have become very popular in American society, as well as the rest of the world. The television shows are representative of the type of look that is sought after by millions of Americans. However, not every woman looks like the characters on these popular California characters. Orange County liposuction services are perfect for women who desire to feel great and look beautiful. Liposuction, medically known as lipoplasty, removes fat deposits that exist on various areas of the body, such as the stomach, arms and legs. Orange County liposuction services are perfect for women who are no more than 20 pounds overweight and who are somewhat fit already. If a woman is severely overweight, liposuction is not recommended.

A Liposuction in Beverly Hills Can Get you the Body you Desire

2008-06-18T15:38:00.001-07:00

Some people may see liposuction as a drastic procedure; however, they often have the wrong idea about the complexity of the techniques involved in the process. Liposuction in Beverly Hills may only require local anesthesia and the amount of fat removed is usually under 10 pounds. The goal of this procedure is to “contour” the body back into a desired shape. This procedure can be performed on a number of areas that surgeons call “pockets.” This process has been continually improved for over 30 years, becoming quicker and safer with shorter recovery times amazing results. Ask your plastic surgeon which liposuction technique is best for you and get ready to lose those pesky pounds.

How to Get the Best Surgeon for your Nose Job in Beverly Hills

2008-06-18T15:14:00.000-07:00

A Beverly Hills nose job—also called by its technical name, “rhinoplasty”—is always performed by a very skilled surgeon. In fact, many plastic surgeons in the Los Angeles area are amongst the best in the world! When searching for the right person to perform your nose job, look for a surgeon who has experience with this very specific procedure. You can always request to see their credentials, ask for references, and view before and after pictures of their work. Rhinoplasty, because it is performed on a highly visible part of your body, is a very important procedure. You may want just a touch-up on the shape of your nose or you may want to re-shape it entirely. Just remember - the more intensive the procedure, the more time it will take to heal. To get started on your nose job in Beverly Hills, visit CaliforniaSurgicalInstitute.com today!

Contouring your body with Liposculpture in Beverly Hills

2008-06-18T15:07:00.000-07:00

A plastic surgery procedure such as liposculpture in Beverly Hills helps you literally sculpt your body to create the form you have always wanted. This procedure works by removing fat from “trouble areas” such as the stomach, hips, buttocks or even ankles. Beverly Hills liposculpture is especially effective for people whose bodies have not responded to other weight loss methods, such as special dieting. If you are considering this or a similar type of procedure, make sure you consult a skilled plastic surgeon who can determine if you are a strong candidate for liposculpture or if there is another solution that would be best for your body. For more information about the preparation that should go into receiving plastic surgery, visit CaliforniaSurgicalInstitute.com.