According to a consumer survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, 46 percent of consumers say they would forego an expensive vacation or luxury car to pay for cosmetic surgery. Surgery gift-giving does take some planning, as the procedures are often done before Christmas, so patients are either recovering or showing off their improved looks in time for their holiday gatherings. But make sure this is something you talk over with the surgery recipient beforehand, because surprising someone with cosmetic surgery is not recommended. “There are a large number of people who really want cosmetic surgery, and they just need that little nudge or incentive to get it done,” said Dr. Kevin Sadati. “Well, if you’re that spouse or significant other, just make sure you’ve discussed the idea in the past so it doesn’t come as a surprise.”
