There is some discussion about the number cosmetic surgery procedures declining because of the economic downturn. In 2008 there were about 12 million cosmetic procedures done and 2009 that number declined to 10 million.I wouldn’t worry about such numbers if I were a plastic surgeon. The big money now is in injections and fillers. Think about it, Botox and Restylane are not permanent. But they are addicting. When the effect wears off, the patient goes back for another injection- again and again. What could be better than a returning customer? And when it is bonus time on Wall Street, you can bet they will be going back under the scalpel. Some folks opt for the knife so job prospects improve. The world is still geared for the younger, hotter and fresher. That will never change. So if anyone out there is planning to just let themselves go because of the economy, the hands of time can never be turned back

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