Many economists are watching the cosmetic surgery industry closely as a harbinger of economic recovery. Because the beauty industry is so susceptible to the ups and downs of the economy, the fact that the cosmetic surgery and liposuction industries have seen an upswing in the last 12 months seems to be good news!
According to the Salt Lake Tribune, American’s spent 9% more on cosmetic surgery procedures, including liposuction, in the last year than in the year prior. $6.6 billion dollars funneled into the cosmetic surgery industry and many doctors are reporting improved numbers in consultations and procedures because their patients are feeling the pinch of the recession fading away.
Additionally, as medical science improves, patients are seeing costs and recovery time reducing exponentially. For example, you no longer definitely need general anesthetic for liposuction and some other cosmetic surgeries, which substantially reduces the cost. Likewise, liposuction has become a great alternative for many more invasive procedures like abdominoplasty and even face lifts.
Doctors are reporting that their patients feel more secure economically, and are therefore ready to move forward with that tummy tuck or that face lift. Liposuction among these doctors has not necessarily grown in popularity because more practices that don’t have cosmetic surgeons are doing liposuction for patients.
This raises an important issue for people looking to get liposuction. Liposuction surgeons, especially those who are board certified and experienced are your safest and best option for the results you want. There is both medicine and art involved in liposuction procedures – as well as a delicate balance in how much fat to remove and how much to leave behind.
If your economic outlook has improved, and cosmetic surgery can be prioritized, make sure you choose the right doctor and ensure that they have experience and plenty of happy patients.
Originally Published Apr 27, 2011