New data from ASAPS, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons shows us the top plastic surgery trends in the USA in 2010.

Top procedures for women :

1. Breast augmentation
2. Liposuction
3. Breast reduction
4. Abdominplasty
5. Blepharoplasty

Top cosmetic surgeries for men:

1. Liposuction
2. Rhinoplasty
3. Blepharoplasty
4. Gynaecomastia
5. Otoplasty

 The study also compared 2010 to 1997 to see where the biggest growth is being experienced in the market.  The statistics show massive growth in body reshaping surgery as follows:

1. Upper arm lift +642%
2. Thigh lift +431%
3. Breast uplift  +511%
4. Lower body lift +330%
5. Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) +326%

Why Go Abroad commented: “Both women and men are far more aware nowadays of what can be achieved with cosmetic surgery.  With societal pressure to ‘look good’, increasing numbers are turning to surgeons to help them to improve aspects of their body that they don’t like. 

Although breast augmentation is still our most popular procedure at Why Go Abroad, the mix of enquiries that we are seeing shows a much broader interest in cosmetic surgery for areas of the body. 

We see many patients who had considered going abroad for surgery, but we offer great value packages in the UK.  We would urge patients to investigate their Surgeon and surgery provider thoroughly and be totally confident before booking surgery.”  ]]> http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/usa-trends-in-plastic-surgery-will-the-uk-follow/feed/ 0 http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/cosmetic-surgery-demand-rises-why-not-consider-medical-tourism/ http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/cosmetic-surgery-demand-rises-why-not-consider-medical-tourism/#comments Wed, 04 May 2011 12:50:41 +0000 Lee Bradley http://www.whygoabroadforsurgery.com/blog/?p=415 Despite the recession, demand for cosmetic surgery has remained high. 

According to BAAPS, the British Association for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, the number of surgical procedures in 2010 showed growth of 5% in 2010 to a total of 38,274. 

However, in a recession, many people are looking to cut costs and cosmetic surgery is no exception.  Many patients would even consider surgery abroad to save money, known as “medical tourism”.

Statistics are not available for the amount of patients who seek surgery abroad, but it is understood that the vast majority of these procedures that people are seeking overseas are the popular major cosmetic surgeries such as breast augmentation, liposuction and tummy tucks.

While there are many qualified and talented cosmetic surgeons abroad, some countries have lowered regulations.  Thorough research of the physician and the practice are essential when considering traveling abroad for plastic surgery.  While patients may seemingly save money initially, many other factors should be taken into consideration: any potential complications are worsened by not having your doctor near.  In addition, aftercare is often limited to the patient’s time in the country – what happens if there is a problem when you return home?

Why Go Abroad for Surgery offers a cost-effective option for having surgery in the UK.

Why Go Abroad offers UK-based surgery with GMC registered surgeons in accredited UK hospitals.  Costs are cheaper than major UK companies, as aftercare is limited to 6 months.  However, this is still significantly more than would normally be included with surgery abroad, so may be a sensible compromise if price is your key consideration. 

For example, breast augmentation with Why Go Abroad costs £3,295 with 6 months aftercare including all hospital and surgical costs.  An equivalent procedure with a major company in the UK would normally cost £3,995 of more.

For more breast enlargement information visit Why Go Abroad.

The ASAPS figures show that cosmetic surgery in the USA is very healthy, despite the recession.

The top 3 procedures for women in 2010 were as follows:

1. Breast enlargement
2. Liposuction
3. Breast reduction

While for men, the top 3 is slightly different:

1. Liposuction
2. Rhinoplasty
3. Blepharoplasty

The latest ASAPS figures compare 2010 figures to those in 1997 and offer a fascinating insight in the changing trends. 

1. Upper arm lift +642%
2. Thigh lift +431%
3. Breast uplift  +511%

This growth in body reshaping surgery demonstrates that the USA patients now appreciate the wider choices available in cosmetic surgery.  Although the breast enlargement remains the number one procedure in the USA, the significant growth is being seen in body surgery.  

Expert cosmetic surgery provider Why Go Abroad explained: “Like the USA, our most popular procedure remains the breast augmentation and we expect that to continue for some time to come.   

However, we do have interest in arm and thigh lifts, predominantly from our gastric band patients, who lose weight and then need cosmetic surgery to deal with the excess loose skin.” 

For more information or to book a free consultation, visit Why Go Abroad.

As well as the breast enlargement price, there’s also the breast implant type (we recommend cohesive gel implants), size and shape (classic round or ‘teardrop’ style) that you need to consider.

But one of the most important factors is also one that’s often overlooked – the aftercare that’s on offer from the provider.

Expert cosmetic surgery provider Why Go Abroad explained: “A boob job, like all forms of surgery, should only be performed by an expert, with patient safety as the top priority. That’s why all our surgeons are GMC-certified.

Six months of aftercare following a boob job

“On top of that, all breast augmentation patients receive six months of aftercare as standard, to ensure they are not just happy with the results of the procedure, but also healthy and recovering correctly.

“All prospective patients should ask their consultant about the aftercare they will receive to ensure they will be getting the best.”

Another way of ensuring that your provider offers a first-class service is to ask to see previous patients’ results (check out some of Why Go Abroad’s boob job before and after pictures here). If your consultant is reluctant to show you previous outcomes, then take our advice and avoid them altogether!

For more breast enlargement information visit Why Go Abroad.

A survey by shopping advice website MyVoucherCodes.co.uk showed that rather than going without cosmetic surgery during the credit crunch, people are borrowing money to have treatments.

The cosmetic surgery poll looked at 1,388 people who had either has surgery or were considering it. It showed that more than 60 percent of post-op patients had paid for their procedures through a loan or with a credit card.

The top three procedures paid for by borrowing were:

• Breast enlargement
• Cosmetic dental work
• Liposuction.

Nose jobs, tummy tucks and gastric bands were all also on the list.

Furthermore, the study revealed that more than half of those currently considering plastic surgery said they’d borrow to fund the procedure.

However, cosmetic surgery provider Why Go Abroad said that procedures don’t have to be expensive.

“Cosmetic surgery prices vary greatly from one provider to the next and we would urge anyone considering a procedure to speak to as many as possible to find the best deal for them,” said a spokesman.

“That said, price should not be the only consideration and, at Why Go Abroad, patient wellbeing is the top priority. That’s why we ensure every patient meets their surgeon before any treatment and that all of our surgeons are GMC-certified.”

For more information or to book a free consultation, visit Why Go Abroad.

The ‘Paparazzi’ singer, famed for her unique style as much as her music, is reportedly unhappy with her appearance and considering a range of cosmetic surgery treatments.

A boob job, nose job and thigh lift are all among her plans, according to music station MTV.

If she goes ahead, she’ll be following in the footsteps of singing legends Madonna, Mariah Carey, Cher and Debbie Harry who have all had cosmetic procedures done during their stellar careers.

Advice from Why Go Abroad

Cosmetic surgery experts at Why Go Abroad have offered the popular 24-year-old songstress this advice: “It’s important not to rush into any decision.

“Cosmetic surgery can have a really positive effect on your confidence and appearance but, like all surgery, it should not be undertaken lightly.

“It’s vital to have an honest and open consultation with your surgeon so you can explain what you’d like and they can set realistic expectations for you.

“In the end, whether you are a celebrity or not, anyone can be unhappy with their body and cosmetic surgery, performed by an experienced professional, can help,” added a spokesman.

The most popular procedures performed by Why Go Abroad are breast enlargement operations, liposuction and tummy tucks – or abdominoplasty.

For cosmetic surgery prices or more information on any procedures, contact Why Go Abroad.

The council in question is rightly keen that cosmetic surgery is not overly glamorised, but plastic surgery experts argue that the images can play a key role in helping patients make informed decisions.

So what is the truth?

Cosmetic surgery experts at Why Go Abroad reckon it’s somewhere in between.

“The council is clearly trying to be responsible and it’s absolutely true that no-one should ever feel pressured or tricked into surgery,” said a spokesman.

“However, the truth is that patients want to see what the outcome of a procedure could be. If a woman is thinking of a breast enlargement, she wants to know how it could look so she can visualise the difference to her. Similarly, if a man is considering a hair transplant or male breast reduction surgery, a before and after picture could make all the difference.

“The risk with banning real-life pictures of former patients is that some providers might use artificial images, which is not the way to go.”

Why Go Abroad uses only General Medical Council-certified surgeons to ensure that patients’ wellbeing is always the top priority.

For more information or for cosmetic surgery prices, visit Why Go Abroad.

Half of 16 to 21-year-old girls asked said they would consider cosmetic surgery as an option to changes their looks… and there can be few greater endorsements of plastic surgery than receiving Girlguiding UK’s approval!

Why Go Abroad first highlighted this trend months ago, and a spokesman for the company said interest from younger people has continued to rise.

“Where once the majority of our procedures were face lifts, boob jobs or breast uplifts for women who were getting older, now we are seeing an increase in younger women and men turning to cosmetic surgery,” he said.

Change in cosmetic surgery trend

“Although our GMC-certified surgeons don’t operate on anyone under 18, we are certainly seeing a rise in procedures among young mums and those in their early 20s. As a result, treatments such as tummy tucks and liposuction are on the rise.

“Among young men, hair transplants remain popular as male pattern baldness is a real problem for some men in their 20s.”

For more information or cosmetic surgery prices, visit Why Go Abroad.

In a recent interview with Elle magazine, the 47-year-old denied news reports suggesting that she has spent huge sums on plastic surgery – reportedly in the region of $375,000 – claiming: “I’ve had some work done but it’s not my face.

“It just irritates me that people are constantly saying how much I’ve spent on plastic surgery. I wish there was a little bit less fascination with how I look, whether it’s good or bad.”

However, Moore said she was open to the idea of more cosmetic surgery in the future.

A spokesman for Why Go Abroad said: “Anyone in the public eye who looks as good as Demi Moore at the age of 47 is going to be under the microscope.

“The truth is that procedures like face lifts, liposuction and boob jobs can all help you look and feel younger, and for many people – not just celebrities – that’s a very attractive prospect.

Affordable prices

“We offer specialist cosmetic surgery procedures at affordable prices so you can still achieve your perfect look, for a fraction of the cost that Demi Moore is reported to have spent.”

For example:

• liposuction from £2,450
• female and male hair transplants from £3,000
• breast enlargement from £3,295
• obesity surgery from £3,950.

What’s more, all these cheap prices are for expert treatment in the UK so you can be sure that whatever treatment you’re after, it’s available close to home.

Visit Why Go Abroad for more information.

Strange though it may be to hear gorgeous celebs like 28-year-old Shaw saying they aren’t happy with their appearance, a lack of confidence is something that can affect anyone – even a super-glam ‘Emmerdale’ actress!

That is why cosmetic surgery can be so vital.

A face lift or boob job may seem like just a new look to some people, but to others it can change their life by boosting their sense of worth and giving them the confidence to enjoy life to the full.

Cosmetic surgery can be a life-changing experience

A spokesman for why Go Abroad said: “We have seen it hundreds of times, when a patient comes in with very low self-esteem because they are unhappy with their body and, as a result, really struggles at work or socially.

“Often, a very simple cosmetic surgery procedure, such as liposuction or nose reshaping (rhinoplasty), can make all the difference to them. When we see them later for their review appointments they are often like a totally new person, loving work and socialising. That’s when it can be a very rewarding job.

“And when soap stars like Suzanne Shaw admit they aren’t happy with their body, it just goes to show that anyone can suffer from a lack of confidence.”

Cosmetic surgery prices are cheaper than you may think. Experienced surgeons and expert care is available in the UK at Why Go Abroad.