Cosmetic surgery is performed to alter appearance and change the skin and/or certain features. Some people opt for such procedures to improve their appearance, but they are also used to correct certain birth defects or deformities due to accidents or injuries. While there are conflicting opinions about these cosmetic procedures, they’re gaining popularity.
The following cosmetic surgeries are some of the most commonly performed procedures as of 2021:

1. Breast augmentation
This surgical procedure involves enlarging the breasts or altering their shape. It is commonly opted for by people who have undergone mastectomy for breast cancer treatment and need breast reconstruction. Women also tend to opt for this surgery to modify their breasts in the case of congenital micromastia, when the breasts do not develop during puberty.

2. Facelift
A facelift is often considered to get a youthful look. This procedure helps lift the skin from all over the face, minimizing wrinkles, restoring sagging skin, and getting rid of several other signs of aging. Inelastic facial tissues are lifted, excess loose skin is removed, and any discolored parts of the skin are replaced in this procedure. Other procedures like neck lifts and forehead lifts are also performed along with a facelift.

3. Hair transplantation
This common cosmetic surgery is particularly popular among people who are experiencing a receding hairline due to pattern baldness. In this procedure, hair is moved from areas of dense growth to the bald spots on the scalp. This type of procedure is permanent and significantly improves hair density in just one session. That said, a person may sometimes need multiple sessions to get the desired results, depending on the extent of baldness.

4. Rhinoplasty
Procedures that involve repairing or restructuring the nose are categorized under rhinoplasty. Commonly referred to as a nose job, these common plastic surgery procedures are often performed to achieve a balanced look across the face. Some people may also be recommended to undergo this procedure if their nose shape or a deformity is causing breathing problems. In some cases, a nose job may also help reverse any birth defects in the nose. Broken or misshapen noses due to an accident or injury can also be fixed with rhinoplasty.

5. Liposuction
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the body’s fat deposits to help improve shape and structure. There are two major types of liposuction, namely tumescent liposuction and ultrasonic liposuction. Although this common plastic surgery procedure helps an individual achieve a lean and slim shape, it is neither a weight-loss procedure nor an alternative for one. Even after liposuction, a person can gain the extra pounds back if they don’t make changes to their diet and lifestyle to maintain a healthy weight.