It's expensive, invasive and sometimes risky, but Americans are more than willing pay for cosmetic surgery, to the tune of more than $10 billion in 2010 alone. See more »

There are many known risks that go along with breast augmentation surgery, but here's a new one -- there may be a link between breast implants and suicide. See more »

Sometimes people who need vision correction don't want to wear glasses. Contact lenses offer a virtually invisible solution. Learn how contact lenses correct sight and find out how to wear them safely. See more »

Cosmetic dentistry is an increasingly popular elective surgery that can permanently fix your smile. There are lots of options, but also many factors to consider if you're thinking of improving your smile. See more »

We're all beautiful in our own ways, but let's face facts: Most of us weren't blessed with runway-model looks. Plastic surgery has given us a way to fix what we don't like about ourselves, but few can prepare themselves for its emotional toll. See more »

When you have plastic surgery, you go through more than just a physical transformation. Your nip-and-tuck could have emotional consequences as well. See how much you know about the emotional recovery from plastic surgery. See more »

Liposuction is the most popular type of cosmetic surgery in America. Can we all just have our fat sucked out and say goodbye to diet and exercise? See more »

If you'd like to lose your love handles but don't want to risk surgery, smart liposuction is a new alternative. The procedure uses a laser to melt fat cells. See more »

Of the many skin-refreshing options, laser resurfacing and microdermabrasion are among the most popular. But which procedure is best? See more »

Varicose veins are not just unattractive -- they can also be downright painful. Learn about the causes of varicose veins and what options you have to get rid of them. See more »