Since the dawn of modern technology, people have discovered so many solutions to every existent problem there is. These past few decades, one of the industries that have benefited from the wonders of medical science is the beauty industry.

Evident in the emergence of various ways of beauty enhancement, more and more people today find ways of enhancing their physical beauty through the wonders of cosmetic surgeries or procedures.

MODERN-DAY MIRACLES

Statistics show that in 2004, 11.9 million Americans have undergone various cosmetic procedures to enhance their personality. Defined as a surgery designed to improve cosmetics or a person’s appearance, cosmetic surgery continues to gain popularity in different parts of the globe.

If you are one of those who are planning to undergo any cosmetic surgery, make sure that you familiarize yourself first what are the different aesthetic or cosmetic procedures available today.

One of the most common cosmetic producers being today is the abdominoplasty or the “tummy tuck.” The procedure involves reshaping and firming of the abdomen by removing the excess skin and fat. Usually, the navel is relocated while various incisions are made to minimize visible scarring. Aside from numbness and uncomfortable tightness, complications may lead infection and formation of fluid pockets.

Women who would want to tighten their enlarged vaginal tunnel caused by giving birth usually prefer vaginoplasty, which is usually performed by urological surgeons.

Blepharoplasty or “eyelid/eyelift surgery,” on the other hand, involves the reshaping of the eyelids or the application of permanent eyeliner. Here, the eyelids are cut along their full length while excess skin and fat are removed. Aside from being swollen and bruised, patients may also experience side effects such as blurred vision, overproduction of tears and drastic change in the shape of the eyes.