Aesthetic surgery is a unique discipline of medicine focused on enhancing appearance through surgical and medical techniques. Aesthetic surgery can be performed on all areas of the head, neck and body.

What should consumers think about when they are looking for a physician to perform a aesthetic procedure?

It is recommended that patients choose a health care provider based on his or her training, education, and experience and demonstrated practice history. Ultimately, prospective patients need to choose a physician based on the procedure they are having. They should know how often their physician performs the procedure as well as his or her training in that area. Consumers should also speak with individuals who have received patient care from the physicians they are considering and ask to see results before committing to a doctor.

At what age do most people have aesthetic surgery?

The average age patients receive aesthetic surgery is 41. Treatments such as breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty (nose job) and dermabrasion are common among younger patients while procedures including blepharoplasty (eyelift), breast lift, facelift and Botox® are more commonly sought by older patients.