While it is common knowledge that women undergo far more plastic surgery procedures than men, an increasing number of them are undergoing treatment to correct a particular feature that they feel self-conscious about. Out of more than 1.5 million cosmetic surgery procedures that were performed in the United States, just under 200,000 of them were performed on men, according to statistics compiled by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Here are the most popular: 1. Rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty can correct several different cosmetic flaws that affect the nose. Good candidates for treatment include those that feel their nose is too large for their face, want a more narrow bridge, have a bump or ridge on the bridge or tip of the nose, wish to have the nostrils reshaped, and need breathing problems corrected. In 2009, 66,000 male patients underwent rhinoplasty. 2. Eyelid Surgery Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper or lower lids to tighten and remove excess skin, redistribute fat, and produce a more rejuvenated appearance. According to ASPS, 30,000 men underwent eyelid surgery last year. 3. Liposuction Liposuction is known as the most effected fat removal treatment on the market. About 22,000 males underwent treatment in 2009 to have fat suctioned out of the stomach, thighs, arms, under the chin, and other areas of the body. 4. Male Breast Reduction Gynecomastia is a condition that causes men to have abnormally large breasts. The unwanted fatty tissue can be removed during the male breast reduction procedure. Experts believe that gynecomastia, to some degree, affects a significant portion of the population. In 2009, 17,000 men underwent treatment for the condition. 5. Hair Transplants Hair loss is another condition that affects a lot of people. The implantation of hair transplants can bring the hairline forward and minimize any embarrassment that is associated with hair loss. According to ASPS, 13,000 males had hair transplants last year. Non-Invasive Treatments In addition to plastic surgery procedures, men are also undergoing non-surgical treatments such as dermal filler injections, chemical peels, and laser skin resurfacing. Non-surgical treatments are more popular than cosmetic surgery procedures because they are less invasive, less costly, and less painful. However, the results of these treatments are not as dramatic. In many cases, patients have to undergo several treatments or repeat treatments every few months to achieve desired results. Many younger patients are opting for less invasive aesthetic treatments while older patients typically need to undergo surgical options to get ideal results. |
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