There is another way that many of us may not have thought of. With the current economic situation, with failing banks and stocks free falling, prices of different commodities have risen, and a lot of people are jobless. It has been very competitive in the employment sector. That is why looking good could be as significant as the content of one's résumé.

Dr. Amiva Prasad, a plastic surgeon, said,

They come to me to get a little bit of an edge.

What they do is they're all ready, they have their resume and then they look in the mirror and say you know I need to do something.

I just feel getting rid of them will make me look younger, so this way if I am thrown out there in the workforce it will be easier for me to get a job.

 With the same concerns, Bridget Schoonover said that she will also be undergoing a surgery. She said,

It's something to make you look more attractive, younger...more competitive in the workplace. Looks do count, unfortunately.

 Stephen Viscusi, an executive recruiter, said that cosmetic surgical operations are not considered a luxury anymore. He said,

It's not vanity and it's not superficial. He added, It's now practical in these recessionary times.

 Rampelo already observes a significant improvement a couple of minutes after her operation. She said that she will now have the advantage that she needs. She also said,

I feel better. I'll look better and I'll definitely be more confident.

 Dr. Prasad stated that the most common cosmetic surgical operations are Botox and injected fillers. These are followed by surgery to remove bags under the eyes.