Plastic Surgery for Men on the Rise

A recent study by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons indicates that cosmetic plastic surgery procedures for men performed in 2010 were up 2% over 2009. Two procedures in particular were up significantly—face lifts by 14% and liposuction by 7%. Interestingly, the majority of the fastest-growing cosmetic procedures in the Men’s Top 10 were surgical, which is a change from the previous trend of growth in minimally-invasive treatments.

The top ten cosmetic Surgery procedures for men in 2010

Cosmetic Surgical Procedures

• Nose Reshaping (64,000)
• Eyelid Surgery (31,000)
• Liposuction (24,000)
• Breast Reduction in Men (gynecomastia) (18,000)
• Hair Transplants (13,000)

Minimally-Invasive Procedures

• Botulinum Toxin Type A (337,000)
• Laser Hair Removal (165,000)
• Microdermabrasion (158,000)
• Chemical Peel (90,000)
• Soft Tissue Fillers (78,000)

As baby boomers age, the industry is seeing more non-celebrity, “regular guys” pursuing cosmetic surgery options to look and feel better. If you’ve been considering a cosmetic procedure, know that you’re in good company!