An annual review of plastic surgery trends by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) revealed that 2017 was a huge year for plastic surgery treatments, where treatments for 20-somethings as well as non-invasive procedures saw a major rise. A bigger revelation: these are mostly influenced by the selfie culture, shaped by what’s seen on social media and how people perceive themselves through the lens of those channels.
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Here are some huge trends in facial plastic surgery to watch in 2018.
Non-surgical nose job
Easily topping the traditional rhinoplasty this year is the non-surgical nose job, which uses injectables to change the shape of the nose in just around 15 minutes. Depending on the filler used, it can last for one to two years.
Eyelid beautification
Eyelid procedures are also climbing in numbers to make the eyes look less tired. Small amounts of volume are being added around the eyes – using either fat or filler – as a stand-alone treatment or to enhance an existing surgery. Fillers, too, can hide undereye bags.
Treating lines even before they appear
Botox and other neurotoxins are becoming more popular with younger clients, who would no longer wait for lines to form before they start those treatments. Prevention here is key, as those in their 20s or 30s are already in line for treatment before the lines become apparent.
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Face lifting using threads
Threads are increasingly being used to lift the face and body, and they work well to stimulate collagen. When the doctor positions the skin over the thread, there is an immediate result and over time there’s a noticeable lifting effect.
Dr. Adam Stein is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon whose practice is based in Raleigh, NC. Learn more about facial plastic surgery on this site.
