While many plastic surgeons (as well as other professionals) might call 2009 a down year, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the past ten years have been anything but.

Statistics recorded since 2000 indicate a major spike in consumer interest for plastic surgery and cosmetic enhancement.  According to the society, plastic surgery is up 69 percent in the last ten years, minimally invasive procedures are way up, and consumer interest is continually rising.

Minimally invasive cosmetic procedures appear to be the driving force behind the 10-year increase.  Procedures like Botox, Injectable Fillers, and Laser Skin Resurfacing have spiked 99 percent since the year 2000.  People have many reasons to visit their plastic surgeon right now.  One of the main reasons is skin renewal.  “Skin is in,” says ASPS President Michael McGuire.