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The Return of the Cosmetic Surgery Business
The cosmetic-surgery industry, which is worth up to about $20 billion, took a major hit last fall. But it started to make a return during the spring, as incited by surgeons' discounted rates and a feeling that the economy is recovering.
The cosmetic-surgery industry, which is worth up to about $20 billion, took a major hit last fall. But it started to make a return during the spring, as incited by surgeons' discounted rates and a feeling that the economy is recovering.
Cosmetic Surgery Marketplace in Guam Eyed by Cairns
By way of a combination of cosmetic surgery and tourism, Cairns is all set to pursue US soldiers along with their families that are residing in Guam.
By way of a combination of cosmetic surgery and tourism, Cairns is all set to pursue US soldiers along with their families that are residing in Guam.
Beauty Searchers in Doha Run to Their Cosmetic Surgeons
Plastic surgery consultant Dr. Hamad Al Jaber of the Al Rumeilah hospital disclosed that 85% of patients who underwent cosmetic surgical procedures in the country are Qatari natives, particularly when post-weight loss body restructuring procedures and rhinoplasties are involved.
Plastic surgery consultant Dr. Hamad Al Jaber of the Al Rumeilah hospital disclosed that 85% of patients who underwent cosmetic surgical procedures in the country are Qatari natives, particularly when post-weight loss body restructuring procedures and rhinoplasties are involved.
Survey Says 90% of UK Teenage Girls Unhappy with Their Looks
In a recent survey, it was reported that 26% of the respondents were looking at undergoing plastic surgical procedures. Moreover, the survey said that for the past three years, there has been an increase of 500% in the number of teenagers getting cosmetic surgery.
In a recent survey, it was reported that 26% of the respondents were looking at undergoing plastic surgical procedures. Moreover, the survey said that for the past three years, there has been an increase of 500% in the number of teenagers getting cosmetic surgery.
Carefully Consider and Reconsider Cosmetic Surgery Warning
A clinical negligence lawyer from Leigh is alerting people to carefully consider many things first before getting cosmetic surgery after Denise Hendry’s untimely death. She was the wife of Colin Hendry, a former Scotland football captain.
A clinical negligence lawyer from Leigh is alerting people to carefully consider many things first before getting cosmetic surgery after Denise Hendry’s untimely death. She was the wife of Colin Hendry, a former Scotland football captain.
Cosmetic Surgical Procedures Only for Men
47-year-old David J. Arend, a father of three who lives in Cherry Hill, is not contented with his calves. He has shed more than 100 pounds over the years. Now, he is seeking to redefine his build through exercise and diet.
47-year-old David J. Arend, a father of three who lives in Cherry Hill, is not contented with his calves. He has shed more than 100 pounds over the years. Now, he is seeking to redefine his build through exercise and diet.
Study Shows that Cosmetic Surgery Attracts People with Poor Sense of Self
A new study reports that cosmetic surgical procedures attract people who anticipate negative responses based on their looks. The current research conducted on college students also disclosed that many of the remarks related to looks, either good or bad, received by the students were made not by strangers but by their colleagues, acquaintances and lovers.
A new study reports that cosmetic surgical procedures attract people who anticipate negative responses based on their looks. The current research conducted on college students also disclosed that many of the remarks related to looks, either good or bad, received by the students were made not by strangers but by their colleagues, acquaintances and lovers.
Transferring of Fats from One Area to Another
One might ask whether someone could just remove the fat from, say, a woman's buttocks and place it in her breasts. Apparently, it is possible. The latest innovation in plastic surgery technology comprises removing fat out of the buttocks and putting it into a woman's breasts.
One might ask whether someone could just remove the fat from, say, a woman's buttocks and place it in her breasts. Apparently, it is possible. The latest innovation in plastic surgery technology comprises removing fat out of the buttocks and putting it into a woman's breasts.
Surgeon Accused of Giving Below-Standard Medical Care to Patients
A trial at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario examined yesterday that a surgeon from Toronto is said to be the "poster girl" for professional misconduct and incompetence. Dr. Behnaz Yazdanfar is charged of giving a below-standard medical care to her patients, which include Krista Stryland, a real-estate agent who died in 2007 after visiting the clinic of the doctor for a stomach reduction surgical procedure.
A trial at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario examined yesterday that a surgeon from Toronto is said to be the "poster girl" for professional misconduct and incompetence. Dr. Behnaz Yazdanfar is charged of giving a below-standard medical care to her patients, which include Krista Stryland, a real-estate agent who died in 2007 after visiting the clinic of the doctor for a stomach reduction surgical procedure.
College Students in Korea Are Looking to Undergo Cosmetic Surgery
Twenty-year-old student Kim Yoo-mi is busier during her summer break than she was during school. She is working every single minute of her vacation toward her very first rhinoplasty.
Twenty-year-old student Kim Yoo-mi is busier during her summer break than she was during school. She is working every single minute of her vacation toward her very first rhinoplasty.
To Always Look the Same, Twin Sisters Spent £60k on Cosmetic Surgery
Similar with a lot of identical twins, Jo and Kerry Burton have always carried out all in tandem. Therefore, when Jo resolved on having a cosmetic surgical procedure on her nose (a rhinoplasty), Kerry followed suit, as expected.
Similar with a lot of identical twins, Jo and Kerry Burton have always carried out all in tandem. Therefore, when Jo resolved on having a cosmetic surgical procedure on her nose (a rhinoplasty), Kerry followed suit, as expected.
Iraq’s Fresh Face of Plastic Surgery
Once, the reconstructive surgeons of Baghdad were rushed away trying to fix the awful deformities brought by war. Nowadays, they are just as likely to see themselves dedicating their time performing Botox treatments or carrying out rhinoplasties, as the people from Iraq capitalize on the soother environment to improve their appearances.
Once, the reconstructive surgeons of Baghdad were rushed away trying to fix the awful deformities brought by war. Nowadays, they are just as likely to see themselves dedicating their time performing Botox treatments or carrying out rhinoplasties, as the people from Iraq capitalize on the soother environment to improve their appearances.
Parent-Kid Talks About Cosmetic Surgery
As reported by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in 2008, over 12 million surgical procedures were carried out. Although teenagers made up over 200,000 of those procedures, the majority of parents still think that a nice talk about the topic "beauty's on the inside" outdoes a teenage collagen injection any given day.
As reported by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in 2008, over 12 million surgical procedures were carried out. Although teenagers made up over 200,000 of those procedures, the majority of parents still think that a nice talk about the topic "beauty's on the inside" outdoes a teenage collagen injection any given day.
Lenders Offering People Financing for Cosmetic Surgery They Can't Pay For
The woman who visited the Consumer Action Law Centre had been to a cosmetic surgery party, which is similar to lingerie or Tupperware parties. Her concern was not about cosmetic surgeries such as liposuction and rhytidoplasties.
The woman who visited the Consumer Action Law Centre had been to a cosmetic surgery party, which is similar to lingerie or Tupperware parties. Her concern was not about cosmetic surgeries such as liposuction and rhytidoplasties.
Economic Recession Slows Down Cosmetic Surgeries
Forty-five year-old Sonya Hartley is keen on reducing her weekly getaway with her girlfriends and give up some of her shopping at Nordstrom. However, the economic crisis will not force the American Airlines stewardess to cease on paying $500 every six months for Botox shots.
Forty-five year-old Sonya Hartley is keen on reducing her weekly getaway with her girlfriends and give up some of her shopping at Nordstrom. However, the economic crisis will not force the American Airlines stewardess to cease on paying $500 every six months for Botox shots.
More Men Opting For Cosmetic Surgery
It was observed that there is an increasing trend in the number of men who are opting to undergo a plastic surgical procedure. Women still make up for most of the cosmetic surgical operations; however, men are catching up with more of the total.
It was observed that there is an increasing trend in the number of men who are opting to undergo a plastic surgical procedure. Women still make up for most of the cosmetic surgical operations; however, men are catching up with more of the total.
A Woman Spent £30,000 on Her New Body After Her Husband Told Her She Was Fat
Talking about a woman's weight is a sensitive topic, and this should have been kept in mind by Mahendra Vegad six years ago. After casually making a remark about his wife Gail’s weight, instead of a short response or an unfriendly silence, Gail started up a six-year program that cost £30,000 to alter her body.
Talking about a woman's weight is a sensitive topic, and this should have been kept in mind by Mahendra Vegad six years ago. After casually making a remark about his wife Gail’s weight, instead of a short response or an unfriendly silence, Gail started up a six-year program that cost £30,000 to alter her body.
Woman from East Bay Injured Herself after Trying to Perform Surgery On Her Own Face
A woman from East Bay was recuperating Wednesday after having a corrective surgery following her attempt to carry out a plastic surgical procedure on her own face. Her surgeon stated that the economic crisis and the easy access to supplies via online stores have stimulated the increase in this virtually disfiguring practice.
A woman from East Bay was recuperating Wednesday after having a corrective surgery following her attempt to carry out a plastic surgical procedure on her own face. Her surgeon stated that the economic crisis and the easy access to supplies via online stores have stimulated the increase in this virtually disfiguring practice.
The Goal of Being Completely Flawless
Many teenagers today believe that when a person has the means to enhance his or her appearance, it is just natural that that person would do it. One should take note that it is not just people from fashion and entertainment industry who are expressing this thought.
Many teenagers today believe that when a person has the means to enhance his or her appearance, it is just natural that that person would do it. One should take note that it is not just people from fashion and entertainment industry who are expressing this thought.
Male Plastic Surgical Procedures A Big Hit in Middle East
Experts said on Monday that 20% more men in Dubai went under the knife as compared to those in other countries. Also, it was stated that the anti-aging business here and in the Middle East is “recession proof.”
Experts said on Monday that 20% more men in Dubai went under the knife as compared to those in other countries. Also, it was stated that the anti-aging business here and in the Middle East is “recession proof.”
Picture Your Before-and-After Nip and Tuck in 3-D
The main theme of plastic surgery trade shows is to sell to surgeons the most recent products and services that can draw in new patients. Since it is known that there is a huge customer demand for before-and-after photos during a plastic surgical procedure, it is just right that the trade show floors have companies recommending “computer morphing” to illustrate the before and after results.
The main theme of plastic surgery trade shows is to sell to surgeons the most recent products and services that can draw in new patients. Since it is known that there is a huge customer demand for before-and-after photos during a plastic surgical procedure, it is just right that the trade show floors have companies recommending “computer morphing” to illustrate the before and after results.
Scarred By Fillers
The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) has recently issued a report disclosing that almost 25% of their members had handled patients looking for a surgical procedure to fix troubles created by permanent fillers (these are injectable gels that are utilised to increase volume to the face and, more recently, to the body). Fillers’ popularity has increased in recent years, as doctors saw that getting old makes our faces lose their roundness, and the thinning out makes us look old.
The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) has recently issued a report disclosing that almost 25% of their members had handled patients looking for a surgical procedure to fix troubles created by permanent fillers (these are injectable gels that are utilised to increase volume to the face and, more recently, to the body). Fillers’ popularity has increased in recent years, as doctors saw that getting old makes our faces lose their roundness, and the thinning out makes us look old.
For a Quick Lift, Visit Thailand
The industry of cosmetic and gender reassignment surgery in Thailand is doing well amidst the worldwide economic crisis, with alluring international ladyboy shows being a walking ad for the talent of the local doctors. Preecha Tiewtranon, who is the chairman and CEO of the Thailand's chief cosmetic and reconstructive surgery provider, the Preecha Aesthetic Institute, stated that the country stayed as the world's top destination for surgical procedures.
The industry of cosmetic and gender reassignment surgery in Thailand is doing well amidst the worldwide economic crisis, with alluring international ladyboy shows being a walking ad for the talent of the local doctors. Preecha Tiewtranon, who is the chairman and CEO of the Thailand's chief cosmetic and reconstructive surgery provider, the Preecha Aesthetic Institute, stated that the country stayed as the world's top destination for surgical procedures.
Czech Nurses Wanted. Free Breast Implants for Those Interested
As nurse Petra Kalivodova, 31 years of age, was mulling over whether she should renew her contract at a private health facility she is currently working in, special benefits such as free liposuction and silicone breast implants made it easier to settle the issue. She said, "I would rather have plastic surgery than a free car."
As nurse Petra Kalivodova, 31 years of age, was mulling over whether she should renew her contract at a private health facility she is currently working in, special benefits such as free liposuction and silicone breast implants made it easier to settle the issue. She said, "I would rather have plastic surgery than a free car."
Americans Still Spending Billions on Cosmetic Surgery Despite the Number of Procedures Going Down
The current economic breakdown has cooled off a 10-year hot streak for cosmetic surgical procedures. However, the desire to reshape, reduce, rejuvenate or restore various body parts still continues.
The current economic breakdown has cooled off a 10-year hot streak for cosmetic surgical procedures. However, the desire to reshape, reduce, rejuvenate or restore various body parts still continues.
Having the Breasts Reduced Entails Less Pain and More Activity for a Lot of Women
Even if it is said to be the fifth most widespread plastic surgical operation carried out in the USA, many women who submit themselves to a breast reduction procedure are not having this surgery mainly for cosmetic purposes.
Even if it is said to be the fifth most widespread plastic surgical operation carried out in the USA, many women who submit themselves to a breast reduction procedure are not having this surgery mainly for cosmetic purposes.
US Job Hunters Offered With ‘Botox Bailout'
Job searching in the US during this recession is such a very hard thing to do. With almost 10% of the population jobless, to excel above the crowd, it calls for more than a clean haircut, a fancy new suit, or a smartened-up résumé. In the US, surgeons have come up with a new means of providing the jobless people with a way in through a "Botox bailout."
Job searching in the US during this recession is such a very hard thing to do. With almost 10% of the population jobless, to excel above the crowd, it calls for more than a clean haircut, a fancy new suit, or a smartened-up résumé. In the US, surgeons have come up with a new means of providing the jobless people with a way in through a "Botox bailout."
A Woman from Australia Goes To Great Lengths To Achieve Success
Hajnal Ban, who hails from Australia, told the surgeons to let her remain awake as they broke her legs and connected them to extending frames. This is because she would like to think of it as the moment that altered her life.
Hajnal Ban, who hails from Australia, told the surgeons to let her remain awake as they broke her legs and connected them to extending frames. This is because she would like to think of it as the moment that altered her life.
£23,000 Spent on Cosmetic Surgical Procedures by the Age of 24
More and more young women are going under the knife. However, one might ask what inspires these fresh-faced women to shell out a fortune on causing themselves to look fake.
More and more young women are going under the knife. However, one might ask what inspires these fresh-faced women to shell out a fortune on causing themselves to look fake.
Reconstructive Breast Surgical Procedure as Part of the Program
There are a few women who, as soon as they find out that they have breast cancer, resolve to having a mastectomy and reconstructive breast surgical procedure simultaneously. A supporter of this kind of planning, Dr. Michael J. Miller remarks, “When reconstruction is done immediately, you can more easily preserve the shape of the breast by restoring it before scars and other changes set in and distort the breast.”
There are a few women who, as soon as they find out that they have breast cancer, resolve to having a mastectomy and reconstructive breast surgical procedure simultaneously. A supporter of this kind of planning, Dr. Michael J. Miller remarks, “When reconstruction is done immediately, you can more easily preserve the shape of the breast by restoring it before scars and other changes set in and distort the breast.”
For His Dishonesty, a Plastic Surgeon Might Lose His License
A plastic surgeon from Huntington Beach will lose his professional license next month after accusations of neglectfulness and a "pattern of dishonesty" not compatible with the profession of medicine. The California Medical Board has resolved this week that the license of Dr. Brian R. West, who carries out surgical procedures across Southern California, will be revoked on June 25.
A plastic surgeon from Huntington Beach will lose his professional license next month after accusations of neglectfulness and a "pattern of dishonesty" not compatible with the profession of medicine. The California Medical Board has resolved this week that the license of Dr. Brian R. West, who carries out surgical procedures across Southern California, will be revoked on June 25.
Want a Breast Surgery? Beware of the Surgeon
If you are you planning on having a boob job or liposuction procedure, be sure that you go to a certified surgeon. Each year, over 500,000 Canadians look for cosmetic improvements, and studies report that just 25% of them have done their research in advance.
If you are you planning on having a boob job or liposuction procedure, be sure that you go to a certified surgeon. Each year, over 500,000 Canadians look for cosmetic improvements, and studies report that just 25% of them have done their research in advance.
Liposuction Surgeon Loses Battle in Court
A panel of three judges has decided that Ontario's medical regulator was correct in demanding cosmetic surgeon Dr. Behnaz Yazdanfar to stop performing surgical operations on patients.
Doctors Dispute Scrutiny of Cosmetic Surgical Procedures
Two judges of the Ontario Court of Appeal disputed yesterday a lawyer's allegation that letting medical investigators to observe three doctors carry out cosmetic surgical operations might threaten the confidentiality of the relationship between a doctor and a patient. Yesterday, the court heard that the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has apprehensions that the operations, from liposuction to breast rejuvenation, that are regularly carried out by the surgeons may not be safe knowing that the doctors have no formal credentials in performing surgical procedures.
Ballantyne Doctor Might Face More Lawsuits
A doctor from Ballantyne, who was suspended for supposedly botching up cosmetic surgical operations, may face more lawsuits from his former patients. On Friday, one of Dr. Paul Drago's previous patients spoke with NewsChannel 36.
The Worry Lines of the Cosmetic Industry
Everywhere, one can observe gorgeous and rich people. However, a feeling of uneasiness deadened the atmosphere.
Everywhere, one can observe gorgeous and rich people. However, a feeling of uneasiness deadened the atmosphere.
Sugar Mom Surgical Procedures Thrive as Women Turn Back the Clock for Younger Men
The Harley Medical Group, a cosmetic surgery provider based in UK, has recently accounted an increase in the number of women at least 45 years of age paying a visit to its 26 clinics in 2009 compared with the same period in 2008. The group has also disclosed a growing number of sugar moms paying for surgical procedures to maintain their fresh look especially for new relationships.
The Harley Medical Group, a cosmetic surgery provider based in UK, has recently accounted an increase in the number of women at least 45 years of age paying a visit to its 26 clinics in 2009 compared with the same period in 2008. The group has also disclosed a growing number of sugar moms paying for surgical procedures to maintain their fresh look especially for new relationships.
Liposuction Changes From a Major Surgical Procedure to a Quick Touch
A new fat removal laser treatment was shown on a recent episode of "The Doctors" on Channel 11, which caused a lot of interest from their local viewers. Jennifer Abney of Channel 11 then searched for a local doctor to get the real deal on this treatment.
A new fat removal laser treatment was shown on a recent episode of "The Doctors" on Channel 11, which caused a lot of interest from their local viewers. Jennifer Abney of Channel 11 then searched for a local doctor to get the real deal on this treatment.
Bargain-Rate Surgeons Lead to Pricey Remedy
For inexpensive plastic surgical procedures, thousands of people visit Syria, which has developed into the beauty capital of the Middle East. However, the quality of the surgeon’s performance is not assured.
For inexpensive plastic surgical procedures, thousands of people visit Syria, which has developed into the beauty capital of the Middle East. However, the quality of the surgeon’s performance is not assured.
To Look Good, Americans Spent $12 billion in Cosmetic Surgery
In 2008, Americans paid almost $12 billion on cosmetic surgical operations, benefitting the medical practice that has been popular with everyone. Much of the money was spent on breast augmentations, rhytidoplasties and Botox shots.
In 2008, Americans paid almost $12 billion on cosmetic surgical operations, benefitting the medical practice that has been popular with everyone. Much of the money was spent on breast augmentations, rhytidoplasties and Botox shots.
To Compete With Younger Workers, Older Job Hunters Going Under the Knife
According to the Department of Labor, there have been more than 500,000 jobs lost for the month of April alone, making older workers feel at a clear-cut disadvantage contending against the younger ones. For the last six months, Aimee Gremmo has been seeking for a job in catering sales.
According to the Department of Labor, there have been more than 500,000 jobs lost for the month of April alone, making older workers feel at a clear-cut disadvantage contending against the younger ones. For the last six months, Aimee Gremmo has been seeking for a job in catering sales.
Couples Opting to Undergo Surgery Before the “Big Day”
To get married, couples need the traditional "something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue." However, some are bringing this wedding tradition to an entirely new level, spending thousands of dollars on the gown and tux, and also on a fresh look.
To get married, couples need the traditional "something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue." However, some are bringing this wedding tradition to an entirely new level, spending thousands of dollars on the gown and tux, and also on a fresh look.
Lunchtime Laser Liposuction Procedure Arrives in Hawaii
Try imagining having a liposuction procedure during your lunch break, and then report for work the following day. A new breakthrough in the liposuction technology makes this a possibility.
Try imagining having a liposuction procedure during your lunch break, and then report for work the following day. A new breakthrough in the liposuction technology makes this a possibility.
Global Crisis Places New Wrinkle in Cosmetic Surgeries
The entire cosmetic surgery marketplace could use a little boost and expansion at these times. Rich Caucasians who have been the heart of the cosmetic surgery marketplace for a long time are experiencing the effects of the current economic situations and putting off on the costliest procedures such as rhytidoplasties, breast enlargement, and abdominoplasties.
The entire cosmetic surgery marketplace could use a little boost and expansion at these times. Rich Caucasians who have been the heart of the cosmetic surgery marketplace for a long time are experiencing the effects of the current economic situations and putting off on the costliest procedures such as rhytidoplasties, breast enlargement, and abdominoplasties.
Hollywood Cosmetic Surgical Procedures Reach Hastings
A new method being regarded as another option to rhytidoplasty exists, and it is not as striking or invasive, but is thousands of dollars more inexpensive. This procedure is called threading, and it is being carried out not in the cities, but in the provincial part of New Zealand.
A new method being regarded as another option to rhytidoplasty exists, and it is not as striking or invasive, but is thousands of dollars more inexpensive. This procedure is called threading, and it is being carried out not in the cities, but in the provincial part of New Zealand.
The Changing Human Face
Cosmetic surgical procedures have undergone a serious makeover in merely a decade. This once glamorous operation reserved for the well-to-do-with-nothing-to-do has become more particularized and available.
Cosmetic surgical procedures have undergone a serious makeover in merely a decade. This once glamorous operation reserved for the well-to-do-with-nothing-to-do has become more particularized and available.
Surgery Being Preferred by More Minorities
Yipsy Saez came to a decision that she didn't like the person she saw in the mirror after giving birth to her second child. In December, she resolved on becoming the first in her extended family of Cuban-Americans to undergo cosmetic surgical procedure, particularly abdominoplasty and a breast lift.
Yipsy Saez came to a decision that she didn't like the person she saw in the mirror after giving birth to her second child. In December, she resolved on becoming the first in her extended family of Cuban-Americans to undergo cosmetic surgical procedure, particularly abdominoplasty and a breast lift.
Badly Affected by the Economy, Surgeons Look for Hope in New Products
Even though they can fix sagging breasts and fix up the thighs, US plastic surgeons acknowledged that they feel helpless with the slumping economy. Nevertheless, along with the Dow, as a result of the first competitor to Botox being approved last week and the prospect of possible ground-breaking new treatments, such as stem cell injections and a cream that can get rid of undesirable facial lines, hope in surgical business is rising.
Even though they can fix sagging breasts and fix up the thighs, US plastic surgeons acknowledged that they feel helpless with the slumping economy. Nevertheless, along with the Dow, as a result of the first competitor to Botox being approved last week and the prospect of possible ground-breaking new treatments, such as stem cell injections and a cream that can get rid of undesirable facial lines, hope in surgical business is rising.
A Study Raises Warning Over Fixation on Beauty
As accounted by a study on Monday on the quest of physical perfection and the increase in cosmetic surgical procedures, America's fascination with beauty is creating grave issues for the welfare of women and young girls health-wise and economic-wise.
As accounted by a study on Monday on the quest of physical perfection and the increase in cosmetic surgical procedures, America's fascination with beauty is creating grave issues for the welfare of women and young girls health-wise and economic-wise.
Job Searchers Invest in Cosmetic Surgery
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) stated that, in 2008, the economic recession undoubtedly took a cut out of cosmetic surgery, with U.S. surgical procedures down 9% to $11.8 billion. However, some doctors and patients are now bringing up the increased interest in surgical procedures among those who want to appear younger and "fresher" for the competitive job market.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) stated that, in 2008, the economic recession undoubtedly took a cut out of cosmetic surgery, with U.S. surgical procedures down 9% to $11.8 billion. However, some doctors and patients are now bringing up the increased interest in surgical procedures among those who want to appear younger and "fresher" for the competitive job market.
