Most Common Plastic Surgery and When to Get Plastic Surgery

With a new year (and new resolutions) right around the corner, winter is an ideal time to think about fresh starts, including cosmetic changes to help you look and feel your best. Are you wondering what type of plastic surgery might be right for you or when to get plastic surgery? Here are some of the most common plastic surgery procedures, as well as reasons why winter is a popular time to have cosmetic surgery.

When to Get Plastic Surgery

Did you know that cold weather months are among the most popular time to have cosmetic surgery?¹ One reason: We're more inclined to spend time indoors, making it easier to recuperate in the warm comforts of home. Here are five more benefits to getting cosmetic surgery in the winter.

1. Gives you motivation to start the new year with new goals and a fresh start.
2. You may have more time off from work around the holiday season versus other times of the year, which can help with plastic surgery recovery time.
3. Unlike skin-baring summer clothes, winter apparel makes it easier to hide post-surgery bandages and temporary swelling during recovery.
4. It's easier to avoid exposure to direct sunlight during a wintertime plastic surgery recovery.
5. You'll be ready to show off your new look by spring/summer!

Most Common Plastic Surgery Procedures

Body shaping procedures and treatments to remove fat and signs of aging currently top the list of cosmetic surgery procedures, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.² In addition, an increase in the number of people undergoing weight loss surgery may be behind the rise in cosmetic procedures to lift and tighten parts of the body after a significant weight loss.³ Below are some popular cosmetic surgery options that can enhance your appearance — and boost your confidence.

Anti-aging surgery

Sun damage, age and heredity can all contribute to thinning skin, fine lines and even a loose "turkey neck." These cosmetic surgeries can improve the appearance of your skin while combatting visible signs of aging:

• Facelifts
• Eyelid surgeries, also known as blepharoplasty
• Eyebrow lifts
• Neck lifts

Body contouring and fat removal surgeries

Often, diet and exercise aren't enough to remove stubborn fat, even after a major weight loss. Surgical body contouring and fat removal surgeries like these can lead to a more well-proportioned appearance:

• Liposuction⁴
• Tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty
• Upper arm and thigh lifts
• Breast augmentation
• Laser resurfacing
• Body sculpting

Choosing to undergo cosmetic surgery is a big decision. Fortunately, you have more options than ever before to look and feel your best. If you've been thinking about a particular plastic surgery, be sure to discuss your goals and options with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can answer your questions. You can also use your CareCredit credit card to finance the plastic surgery procedures you've been dreaming of.* To find a nearby provider who accepts CareCredit, use the Acceptance Locator or download the CareCredit Mobile App.