Exercise is really, really good thing. Like, really. And with exercising, comes a whole host of physical and mental benefits such as weight loss, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, increase stamina, and even elevated mood. However, exercise simply cannot yield the same targeted results as plastic surgery, such as tummy tuck surgery.

For example, the only cellulite removal that works and yields real results is through cosmetic surgery or via a non-invasive procedure such as coolsculpting thighs or coolsculpting areas of the body that are cellulite prone. While exercise is effective in toning and strengthening the muscle below the layer of fat under the skin — where cellulite forms — it cannot get rid of cellulite. The most noticeable cellulite removal results can only be achieved through cosmetic surgery or a non-invasive procedure.

Similarly, tummy tuck surgery is the only effective way to remove excess skin and tissue from the abdominal area. Exercising the core muscles is vital, and can help improve once’s posture, strength, and endurance. However, regardless of show strong your core is, you may have excess skin. This is often the result of childbirth or even rapid weight loss. In these instances, having excess skin can not only impact one’s self esteem, but it can also result in pain and discomfort, making a tummy tuck procedure necessary.

Americans are more health conscious than ever before. In fact, being healthy is “in”, and no longer considered a strange trend or fad. Many people view healthy living and fitness as a lifestyle, rather than simply a way to loose weight before a big event, such as a wedding. As Americans have become more health conscious, so too have attitudes towards cosmetic surgery and procedures change. The link between the way one looks, their self esteem, and their overall health is now better understood.