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Cosmetic Surgery Quick Facts 2020

Surgical procedures topping the list for 2020 included Liposuction, Breast Augmentation and Abdominoplasty. Neurotoxins, Dermal Fillers and skin treatments like Chemical Peels made up the top procedures in the nonsurgical category.

All of the information presented on this page is from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank.

Top Surgical Procedures

The top 5 surgical procedures in 2020 were:

  • Liposuction: 296,663
  • Breast Augmentation: 252,627
  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): 163,470
  • Breast Implant Removal/Replacement: 109,619
  • Breast Lift: 102,750

Top Surgical Procedures for Women

The top 5 surgical procedures for women in 2020 were:

  • Liposuction: 197,984
  • Breast Augmentation: 185,957
  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): 116,991
  • Removal/Replacement Breast Implants: 86,255
  • Breast Lift: 80,033

Top Surgical Procedures for Men

The top 5 surgical procedures for men in 2020 were:

  • Liposuction: 11,588
  • Male Breast Reduction: 8,853
  • Eyelid Surgery: 7,893
  • Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty): 7,475
  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): 3,591

Top Non-Surgical Procedures

The top 5 nonsurgical procedures in 2020 were:

  • Neurotoxins: 2,643,366
  • Dermal Fillers: 1,313,206
  • Skin Treatment (Chemical Peels, Hydrofacials, etc.): 1,038,968
  • Skin Treatment (IPL, Combination Lasers): 280,815
  • Hair Removal: 271,628

Top Surgical Procedures by Age

The top surgical procedures by age in 2020 were:

  • Age 17-35: Breast Augmentation
  • Age 36-50: Liposuction
  • Age 51-70: Liposuction
  • Age 70 & over: Facelift

Source: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).

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