Initially plastic surgeons used to cure medical emergencies related to the face or body like burn cases. But nowadays, plastic surgeons are used for changing the appearance of one's face to look better. It is no longer a medical requirement but a conscious decision that people take. A lot of plastic surgery procedures like facelift, but talks, fillers and eyebrow lifts have become excessively popular. As a plastic surgeon you will have to perform all of these procedures on your patient. This requires extreme precision and care as excess of anything can cause unfavorable outcomes.
Due to this popularity of plastic surgeons, their income has also increased through the years. As per data, an average plastic surgeon in the United States of America can earn up to US$76,000 annually. This makes it a very highly paid profession. But one thing that you must know about this profession is that it is highly time taking and consuming. As a plastic surgeon you will be expected to give at least 15 to 16 hours of your day to your work. To become a plastic surgeon you must have your medical degree done in the same discipline. Initially you will have to complete your six years of medical research, followed by three years of specialized training in plastic surgery. All of these years of study must be completed from an accredited college.
