This popular plastic surgery isn’t just the most common in Maine; it is also the most popular in nine other states.

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While plastic surgery might not be for everyone, we understand why many choose it. For some, it's about boosting confidence and feeling better in their skin. Others may seek it for medical reasons or to repair injuries.

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Whatever the reason, the choice is personal, and it's important to respect everyone's decisions.

Broadway Plastic Surgery explains in their article 'Popular Plastic Surgeries in Each State' that the plastic surgery market is growing as more people, especially 'aging Baby Boomers,' seek cosmetic enhancements.

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They note that the acceptance of cosmetic procedures is increasing, leading to a rise in both surgical and non-surgical enhancements.

Non-surgical procedures, such as fillers, are particularly popular for targeting specific areas without the need for invasive surgery.

Nationally, the top five plastic surgeries are breast augmentation, liposuction, nose reshaping, eyelid surgery, and facelifts. However, trends can vary by state, so they have provided a list of the most commonly searched plastic surgery procedures in each state.

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So, what’s the most popular plastic surgery in Maine?

According to Broadway Plastic Surgery, breast implants are the most commonly searched plastic surgery procedure in our Pine Tree State.

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Other states that have breast implants as their top searched surgery are Arkansas, California, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and Wyoming. So, at least we’re not alone.

What are your thoughts on Maine’s most commonly searched plastic surgery procedure? Is this surprising?

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