The concept of cosmetic surgery has been around since as early as 600BC, with rhinoplasty being considered a relatively common procedure by 1000AD. By the time anaesthesia was properly developed in the 19th century, cosmetic surgery procedures became much safer and their popularity has continued to grow since then.
These days, the advancements in cosmetic surgery have been astronomical, with brand new procedures and methods being developed right now as we speak. However, most of us looking to get cosmetic surgery stick to the most commonly-known procedures without branching out. These often include liposuction, breast enhancement and facelifts.
Whilst these procedures are still very beneficial to the majority of people who get them, there are now plenty of new, innovative procedures available that most people don’t even know exist. So, if you’re interested in cosmetic surgery and would like to explore options other than the standard, most well-known procedures, read on to discover a list of exciting new advances – some of which don’t even require going under the knife!
Body Sculpting
A brand-new take on the traditional liposuction technique, body sculpting (or body contouring as it’s otherwise known) has come a long way within the past few years. Offering a tailored combination of both skin toning and fat reduction, body sculpting is often far less invasive than liposuction and has been reported to provide even better long-term results.
One of the benefits of body sculpting is that it can be specifically modified to suit the patient’s exact requirements. So, if you don’t necessarily need fat reduction but would like toning of the skin, the procedure can be modified to produce the best possible outcome for what you’re looking for.
To learn more about the ins-and-outs of the entire body contouring procedure, and which methods will be best for your body type, take a look at what Dr. David Halpern offers to discover more.
Non-surgical Facelift
Facelifts have always been a popular form of cosmetic surgery, but notorious for long recovery periods and, occasionally, scarring. But what many people don’t realize is that the option for a non-surgical facelift is now possible!
Technology such as the innovative Silhouette InstaLift is a non-surgical method of reducing wrinkles and restoring plumpness to the face in a mere half an hour. With zero risks of scarring, non-surgical facelifts are out there and are certain to become more popular and well-known as 2017 continues.
Second Skin
Hugely innovative and a breakthrough in the world of aesthetics and cosmetic procedures, the technology of Second Skin is sure to take plastic surgery by storm.
As the name suggests, this method involves literally applying a second layer of ‘skin’ that almost exactly mimics the properties and function of real human skin. After a mere 24 hours of application, this procedure reportedly shows noticeable improvement in elasticity and skin tone. This makes it an excellent method to reduce the signs of aging, and is likely to be extremely popular with the slightly older patient looking to achieve rejuvenated, younger looking skin.
The actual procedure itself is completely non-invasive and applied in two separate layers. This method is so advanced that these second skin layers are invisible to the human eye, meaning that neither you nor anyone else will be able to notice the procedure once it’s been successfully finished.
However, despite its huge anti-aging potential, this procedure isn’t actually available for cosmetic purposes yet. Whilst it’s only being used for medical conditions, Second Skin is likely to continue in advancements and will likely be available for cosmetic reasons at some point in the near future.
Combination Procedures
Most of us assume that, if we want a variety of cosmetic enhancements done, it will require a variety of different treatments to get our desired result. However, with today’s advancements, you’d be able to tackle a plethora of body issues all in one go – with just one overall procedure being done.
Whether it’s unwanted skin sagging or wrinkles, cosmetic surgeons are now able to combine a variety of different treatments, peels, skincare methods and ultrasound technologies to come up with just one method that incorporates everything necessary for what you’re looking for.
Generally, these innovative procedures can be carried out in just one sitting, and you can expect to achieve a superb outcome with virtually no recovery time in comparison to getting each problem area tackled individually.
The world of cosmetic surgery is constantly changing, and it’s often difficult to keep up! But, now you know the exciting advancements currently happening in the cosmetic world, it’s likely the procedure you’re looking for is now less invasive than ever before.
Nick Hansen works as a nurse in a plastic surgery practice. He enjoys sharing his ideas and expertise online.
