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The latest statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) are in, and the findings are clear: plastic surgery is more popular than ever. In fact, in 2015 alone, Americans spent over $13.5 billion dollars on cosmetic procedures — that’s $1.5 billion more than the previous year. These figures take into account an increase in both surgical and non-surgical procedures: surgical procedures experienced a 7 percent increase from the previous year while non-surgical procedures saw a more significant uptick at 22 percent.
In this blog post, Northern New Jersey Plastic Surgeon Dr. Erwin Bulan discusses these ASAPS statistics further, along with the reasons why so many people are turning to plastic surgery to improve their appearance.
Liposuction tops the list of the most popular surgical procedure in 2015, with over 1.9 million procedures performed. Breast augmentation was second on the list, with 305, 856 surgeries performed. Tummy tuck, eyelid surgery and breast lift surgery rounded out the top-5 list. As for non-surgical procedures, Botox injections took the lead, with over 4.2 million treatments performed. Hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvederm, Voluma, etc.) were second on the list, with more than 2.1 million treatments performed. Hair removal treatments, chemical peels and microdermabrasion also made the list, following Botox and fillers.
The surgical procedures that saw a significant increase from 2014 to 2015 are buttock lifts (up 32 percent) and male breast reduction surgery (up 26 percent). Non-surgical procedures also showed a substantial rise, including non-surgical skin tightening, which saw a whopping 58 percent increase, and injectable treatments (including Botox and Juvederm), which were up 21 percent from the previous year.
The marked increase of people having plastic surgery reflects a growing marketplace with a wider array of patient choices — both surgical and non-surgical. People who previously wouldn’t consider going under the knife are responding positively to less invasive treatments like injectable fillers and the like. And as technologies advance and plastic surgeons are able to more closely tailor their techniques to meet the surgery goals of each individual patient, more people are realizing that they can achieve natural-looking yet noticeable results through procedures that take into account their specific face and body structure in order to enhance — instead of alter — their appearance.
If you live in or are planning to visit the Northern New Jersey area, schedule your own private consultation with Dr. Bulan in order to discuss your plastic surgery goals. Contact Bulan Plastic Surgery today by calling (973) 467-9744.
Kylie Jenner, the youngest of the notorious Kardashian siblings, created a stir in April when she debuted a plumper-than-usual pout. While the reality TV star claims she achieved the look with lip liner, critics believe that she had injectable fillers (controversial because Kylie is only 17 years old and not eligible for treatment with injectable fillers). Her young fans have taken it upon themselves to replicate the results using a far more dangerous method.
USA Today initially reported on the disturbing trend of putting lips into a small glass (such as a shot glass) to create an airlock on the skin, and sucking for as long as five minutes. This causes the lips to briefly swell, making them look plumper. Thousands of teenage followers took up the challenge, posting their results to Twitter and other social media channels using the hashtag “#kyliejennerchallenge.”
If this seems like innocent teenage mischief, think again. Plastic surgeons, dermatologists and other medical professionals have been very vocal about the dangers of the Kylie Jenner challenge. When the American Society of Plastic Surgeons President Dr. Scot Glasberg spoke to FoxNews.com about the trend, he compared it to “punching yourself in the face or running your face into the wall.”
“You’re creating an injury to your lips, that’s why they swell,” Dr. Glasberg said.
A quick scroll through pictures and videos tagged with the #kyliejennerchallenge shows the substantial swelling and bruising.
The act of sucking on a glass may cause injuries that are more serious. Some teens suck so hard that the glass breaks and punctures the skin on the lips and around the mouth. In the worst cases, this can require stitches to repair and cause scarring.
Dr. Dendy Engelman, a dermatologic surgeon, told Seventeen, “Not only can significant pain, swelling and bruising result from these suction techniques, but there is potential risk for scarring and permanent disfigurement with repeated attempts.”
“The whole thing is just pretty silly and irresponsible,” said Dr. Glasberg. Dr. Erwin Bulan, our Northern New Jersey plastic surgeon, agrees.
Dr. Bulan has helped hundreds of patients enjoy plumper, sexier-looking lips using safe treatment options. Note that he does not treat teenagers, and follows the age limits for treatment set forth by the FDA.
Juvederm is a cosmetic injectable commonly used to fill in wrinkles and lines around the nose and mouth. Made from hyaluronic acid, the gel filler can also be used to augment the size or accentuate the shape of your lips.
Juvederm treatment is very well tolerated. Although it may cause mild side effects, the symptoms are only temporary.
If you are unhappy with the lack of shape or small size of your lips, consider safe lip-enhancing treatment with board certified plastic surgeon Erwin Bulan. To schedule an informational consultation with Dr. Bulan, please call our practice at (973) 467-9744 today.
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Dr. Bulan is a highly esteemed Northern New Jersey plastic surgeon who has a strong eye for aesthetic detail and decades of cosmetic surgery experience. Dr. Bulan offers an array of cosmetic procedures and treatments to help residents of Essex County and surrounding areas reach their desired look. Over the years Dr. Bulan has been honored with numerous awards, including being named a Super Doctor seven years in a row (2014-2021), the Medical Society of New Jersey’s Physician’s Recognition Award as well as being awarded City's Best for Milburn in 2021. If you are ready to change or enhance your body then contact Dr. Bulan to discuss how he can provide you with the highest quality care and results.
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