This year is promising to be the biggest ever in terms of numbers of people having cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Kevin Light, a leading cosmetic surgeon in the Dallas area, offers advice on procedures that continue to be in demand today, and gives his predictions for the coming year.
"People are taking better care of themselves today than ever before," stated Dr. Light. "The Internet, television and other media have made plastic surgery an every day topic. People know their options, and they are demanding the best when it comes to choices and results."
Dr. Light predicts that the top trends in cosmetic surgery for this year will be:
"Mommy" Makeovers:
Because women are having children later in life, the desire to look and feel as young as possible will continue to rise. As women complete their families, they desire to return to their active lifestyle and their pre-pregnancy shape.
A mommy makeover is more than sculpting the body to improve a woman's looks; it's also about restoring her youthful personality and giving her the energy she had in the past. A mommy makeover combines two or more procedures, and is customized for the desires and the lifestyle of each woman.
Breast Augmentation:
Over the past few years, breast augmentation has gone through a variety of changes, and will continue to do so. Silicone implants have returned to the market and are safer than ever before. They give superior results and now comprise over 50% of our breast augmentation implants.
Minimal Incision Facelifts:
Facelifts will continue to grow this year as more options become available. The popularity of reality shows and lifestyle facelifts will continue to make facelifts one of the most desired procedures. The minimal incision facelift will give people the results associated with a more traditional facelift, with shorter recovery and less down time.
Non-Invasive Treatments:
Non-invasive cosmetic procedures like Juvederm, Botox and Radiesse will continue to grow as the demand for "lunchtime" procedures rises. These non-surgical procedures help hydrate your skin and replenish its natural volume. They are great for your laugh lines and smile lines, and can produce lasting results over a short period of time.
