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It is estimated that every year some half a million people are interested in improving the appearance of their nose. They will seek consultation with facial plastic surgeons to understand their options and costs. Some are unhappy with the noses they were born with, and some with the way aging has changed their nose. For others, an injury may have distorted the nose, or the goal may be improved breathing. Nothing has a greater impact on how a person looks than the size and shape of the nose.

Cosmetic medicine which involves the alteration of a persons face and head has grown into a multi-billion dollar business. The market to help people look younger through better hair, skin, and facial features continues to grow. Even scalp shampoo and dermatology products to help flaky scalp are being offered in some of the Med Spas. The market for dermal fillers and other devices used in cosmetic medicine will total over $15 Billion. Procedures that involve such surgeries as face lifts and liposuction fell by 5% between 2005 and 2009. Since the recent decision from the FDA to allow the use of silicon implants will likely impact the market and use of plastic surgery. New home treatments are becoming more in vogue as people look to create the looks that they see on TV while not shelling out the thousands that it cost to see a plastic surgeon.