modern cosmetic surgery as we now know it started predominantly in the US in the 1960s and 70s.

Not so long ago plastic and cosmetic surgery were purely seen as a foray of the rich and famous, mostly of whom resided in Hollywood. What many people do not know is that plastic surgery has a long and rich history. For instance, skin grafts for reconstructive work were being used in India as early as the 8th century BC. Read more…

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes fatty deposits from different parts of the body. This is one of the cosmetic surgeries that is popular with both men and women. Liposuction is most commonly carried out on the hips, thighs, stomach, underneath the chin, the underarms, and the breast areas. Men most often have the waist areas treated, or what is commonly referred to as the “love handles.” Read more…

Cosmetic nose reshaping is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries. The procedure can increase or decrease the size of the nose, change the angle between the nose and upper lip, narrow the span of the nostrils, and also change the tip or bridge of the nose. Both men and women seek out this procedure and not only can it alter the look of the nose, it can also rectify breathing problems and reconstruct defects from injuries or birth defects. Read more…