Consumer Tips

• Checklists, guidelines and credentials: what you need to know before choosing surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Find the right cosmetic surgeon at the right price. How to ask the right questions before surgery.

News & Trends

• Topical information about cosmetic surgery.

Quick Facts

• Learn about the different procedures and injectables.

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VIDEO: Injectables

• The Steps You Should Take When Choosing an Injector
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Información En Español

Sitio Español de ASAPS, proporcionando de usted la información sobre procediminetos en Español.

Confused about Plastic Surgeons?

Any individual can claim to be a doctor, cosmetic surgeon or plastic surgeon. You should make it your first priority to check a physician's credentials. A doctor's training and certification should be appropriate to the planned procedure. Certification by The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) ensures in-depth surgical training in all aspects of plastic surgery. U.S. or Canadian membership in The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) means a surgeon is ABPS-certified and has met additional requirements for continuing education and experience in cosmetic surgery.