The terms men and plastic surgery are appearing together more and more. As men become increasingly comfortable with putting effort into their appearance, plastic surgery is one of the tools available to them for achieving the physique they desire. Men account for about 10% of all plastic surgery procedures, but that percentage is on the rise.
According to the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the number of male cosmetic procedures increased by more than 106% between 1997 and 2012. Men choose to have these procedures done for a variety of reasons—self-improvement, wanting to appear more attractive to the opposite sex, or for a more younger appearance and career enhancement.
The most popular cosmetic procedures for men are liposuction, eyelid surgery, nose surgery, male breast reduction, and ear surgery. Liposuction leads the pack, as many men who pack on a few pounds in their 20s or 30s but want to switch to a healthier lifestyle like the benefits of getting a “fresh start” with lipo.
Male breast reduction, a procedure used to treat gynecomastia, is another popular procedure. Men who are overweight or have previously used steroids to build muscle often find themselves with unwanted tissue in the pectoral region, but can have this tissue removed via liposuction or excision. Other men want the opposite—pectoral implant procedures for men doubled in number between 2013 and 2014.
But men’s options aren’t limited to surgical procedures. Over the past decade, nonsurgical procedures for men have increased by over 250%. The most popular ones are Botox, microdermabrasion, and laser hair removal on the face or body.
As health and personal fitness begin to take on more importance in American culture, men are using any tools available to rise to the challenge. If you’re a man who’s curious about plastic surgery, don’t hesitate—you are one of many. Call St. Charles Plastic Surgery to set up a consultation and discuss your options.
