The most popular plastic surgeries: what they are and what they do
Rhinoplasty, liposuction, breast augmentation… A short explanation of what each of the most requested plastic surgeries does.
Dr. José Luis Daza · Board-certified plastic surgeon
The most requested surgeries
Plastic surgery has two branches: cosmetic, which improves the shape and harmony of the body and face, and reconstructive, which repairs damage from accidents, disease or previous surgery. These are the operations I am asked about most.
- Breast augmentation and breast lift
- Liposuction
- Rhinoplasty
- Tummy tuck
- Buttock augmentation
- Eyelid surgery and facelift
Learn more
See breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty, tummy tuck, buttock augmentation, eyelid surgery and facelift. Non-surgical options include botulinum toxin and dermal fillers.
Before you have surgery
Any surgery should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, in a hospital. Verify your surgeon’s credentials before deciding.
FAQ
What is the most common plastic surgery?
Worldwide, breast augmentation and liposuction are among the most performed; among non-surgical procedures, botulinum toxin and fillers.
Can several surgeries be combined?
Yes, when it is safe. For example, the Mommy Makeover package combines abdomen, liposuction and breasts.
