Digital culture is evolving and it is changing how people see themselves, & shifting the beauty industry. While there is logical understanding about the differences between a photo filter and the one you see in real life, there is still an enduring desire to enhance one's looks and invest in medical spas and plastic surgery treatments.  

Advances in surgical techniques have made it easier than ever before to make seemingly small aesthetic adjustments that have dramatic results. So, whether you are looking to improve your skin texture or get rid of some body fat in some trouble spots, plastic surgery is an excellent choice.

If you are seeking aesthetic surgical procedures, cosmetic surgical specialists at CI plastic surgery clinic in Chicago provide an outstanding patient-centric experience by emphasizing safety, integrity, and results.

Check out the below article for a deeper dive into 2022s top 7 cosmetic surgery trends.

Overview

Like every other aspect of life, the COVID-19 pandemic has also dealt a blow to the plastic surgery field. Despite the challenges cosmetic surgery has seen a significant growth in the past few years and expected to continue in its path of success in 2022.

“Americans spent over $8.7B on aesthetic plastic surgery in 2021” what’s more? This year, these figures are expected to go higher.

⦁ Greater demand in combination procedures
⦁ Body contouring procedures continue garnering popularity
⦁ Zoom boom still has ways to go
⦁ Demand for facelift procedures to shoot among younger groups as well
⦁ Greater focus on safety precautions
These are some plastic surgery predictions for 2022.

Top 7 Cosmetic Surgery Trends
What treatments or procedures should you invest in if you are looking to improve your looks?
   
The truth is, there is no cookie-cutter solution for everyone. Instead, the best thing to do is to set up a consultation with a skilled plastic surgeon, discuss your concerns, and work out a treatment plan together.

You would be surprised at the extensive list of plastic surgery treatments that are available. Some of these aesthetic services provide great results with minimally invasive methods. Other services include surgical procedures that produce amazing results once they are recovered.

Take a look at the below trends that we are seeing in the cosmetic/plastic surgery industry this year.

⦁ Injectables are Gaining Traction

While Botox and dermal fillers are under the category of "medical spa" (not plastic surgery), they are worthy of mention for discussing these injectables. Many people choose to begin with a minimally-invasive treatment in order to postpone needing a more serious procedure. Injectables are easily customized and provide instant results.

These injectables decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as increase volume and pliability.

Affordable: The cost of injectables is a fraction of what it costs to get the whole procedure done. If your budget is tight, Botox or dermal fillers treatment in Chicago could be a good way to improve your confidence while saving for the more extensive treatments you would like to have in the future.

Fast: The treatment takes less than an hour, making it easy to fit in a Botox appointment during your lunch hour. There is no reason to take time off from work when you can squeeze in a quick injectable treatment in your busy schedule.
Downtime: There is minimal to no downtime following Botox and filler.
You may experience some tenderness and some swelling. But those symptoms are not going to interrupt your day-to-day life.

Introduction: Many feel that the barrier to entry is lower with injectables instead of going straight for plastic surgery.

Minimally Invasive: If the idea of going under the knife does not appeal to you, then speak with our aesthetics team about injectables and other minimally invasive treatments.

⦁ Treatments for Men & Women  
Another way the stigma around the subject of plastic surgery is changing is these services are becoming more prevalent among men as well as women. Plastic surgeons are seeing a rise in men wanting to keep their youth-looking faces. As a result, the proportion of men seeking services is increasing every year. These services were mostly reserved for women during the first few years of plastic surgery.
   
Now, everyone has equal access to aesthetic treatments -- no matter what their gender.

Men like the results from skincare treatments that slow down signs of aging. Other male plastic surgery treatments are focused on services to improve general manhood. For instance, these aesthetic services typically focus on the jawline, neck, and jaw.

⦁ Body Contouring to Improve Fitness Results  

While watching what you eat and spending time at the gym are always important, it is quite common to reach a plateau you cannot get past through everyday habits. Plastic surgery and minimally-invasive body contouring provide easy solutions that help you get through those last, stubborn pounds.

Radiofrequency technologies tighten skin, and there are others that help to slash body fat. For more visible results and faster weight loss, liposuction surgery is another option that targets certain areas of the body.

In fact, by taking away fat from an undesirable body region, the plastic surgeon is able to transfer it into areas that are proportionally smaller. This general body contouring technique enhances balance and proportions, creating perfect symmetry.

Examples of Body contouring procedures include:
⦁ Liposuction
⦁ Mommy Makeover
⦁ Breast Augmentation
⦁ Brazilian Butt Lift

⦁ Subtle is Better  

One of the ways that we are seeing a change in the plastic surgery industry is the demands people are making of the treatments. Gone are the days of patients asking for over-the-top beauty services, like full lips or massive breast enhancements. Instead, most are looking for ways to improve their looks, but still keep their appearance natural. As a result, many cosmetic surgical procedures are not always visible.

In most cases, patients are looking for ways to keep up appearances overall, and they simply want a modification that will improve their features and preserve youthfulness for as long as possible.  

⦁ Multiple Cosmetic Procedures

Another popular trend seeing major growth is the combination of several procedures in a single operation. Patients are planning their surgeries with their doctors in order to achieve maximum results in a single operation. For example, they might opt for tummy tuck surgery, combined with liposuction, or cheek implants, along with a facelift. Instead of focusing on one issue at a time, patients think about the overall appearance they want.

⦁ More Men are Going for Plastic Surgery  

Plastic surgery has lost some of the stigma it had in the past, both for men and women. More men are seeing it as a legitimate way to improve how they look, or get back something lost with age. They want to compete with the younger workforce, so they are considering the surgical procedure as a choice that can help their careers.

Some surgeries are designed to address the concerns about men’s physical appearance in particular. For instance, gynecomastia is surgery that aims to decrease a man's chest size and improve his ribcage.

Men are also choosing to undergo surgeries traditionally reserved for women, like facelifts. They are worried about competing against younger job applicants, and they want to be seen as relevant, not "old". They might opt for Botox treatments to smooth fine lines and wrinkles, or jawline surgery to restore some definition to their jawline.

⦁ Revision Plastic Surgeries

While many choose to have boob lifts and breast augmentation surgeries, there is also an increasing trend for those looking to alter the results previously achieved with plastic surgery.

Upgrade the look: If you had plastic surgery years ago, maybe it is time to revisit the options. The process of getting older takes its toll over time, which will lead to a need for subsequent treatments to ensure that you maintain your results. Also, these follow-up surgeries prolong results into the future.

Revisionary Surgery: Another trend is in patients who have changed their minds about the prior treatment.
For instance, some women opt for breast implants after living with implants for some time. Plastic surgeons can assist in either swapping or getting rid of them completely, depending on what you want to achieve.  

Book a Consultation with the Expert Plastic Surgeon

There is no doubt your life will be better when you feel more confident following plastic surgery  

For liposuction, breast augmentation, and BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift) or any other trendy procedures, seek Dr. Dhaval Patel-top plastic surgeon in Chicago with expertise and experience and is double board certified.

To know more about your plastic surgery options, contact us today to schedule a consultation!