# Plastic Planet Our surgery-obsessed planet introduces a wave of new, immediate procedures. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Nov 12, 2007, updated Aug 10, 2010 | Category: [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/pop-culture-and-internet-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/plastic-planet-our-surgery-obsessed-planet-was-introduced-to-a-wave-of-new ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Plastic Planet trend? **Plastic Planet:** The ongoing quest for perfection means there will always be opportunities for companies to tap into society's insecurities. This year, we saw a rise in rush surgeries -- near instantaneous aesthetic modification such as rhinoplasty surgery that resculpts noses in as little as five minutes and half-hour breast augmentation surgeries. We also saw the world’s first face transplant in France and an under-the-skin bra invented by an Israeli surgeon. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Dec 5, 2005 to Aug 10, 2007 - Published: Nov 12, 2007 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Plastic Planet trend ### Rush Surgeries Companies can tap into society's insecurities and explore opportunities in the near instantaneous aesthetic modification procedures that are gaining popularity. ### Injectable Rhinoplasty The trend opens a door for less painful, surgery-free, and more cost-effective ways of altering noses, fostering opportunities for innovation in nonsurgical procedures. ### Internal Breast Bra Minimally invasive techniques involving materials such as silicon, threads, and small anchoring screws used in medicine can promote opportunities in breast uplift for women looking for a more natural breast augmentation without further sagging. ## What the Plastic Planet trend means for industry ### For Medical and Wellness Industry Innovative solutions to current surgical methods or equipment can be developed to offer alternatives for patients with insecurities or discomforts regarding their physical appearance. ### For Fashion Industry The fashion industry can adopt fashion designs that can integrate my free implants or internal breast bra, especially with the rising demand for comfortable and less restrictive apparels. ### For Tourism Industry Countries that have established a common acceptance of cosmetic surgery can advertise as a low-cost hotspot for medical tourists looking for an inexpensive option to tackle their insecurities. ## Trend signals for Plastic Planet Trend score 5.8 out of 10, from popularity 77%, activity 89%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 77% - Activity: 89% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Plastic Planet trend 5 featured examples from Dec 5, 2005 to Aug 10, 2007. - [5 Minute Nose Jobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-minute-nose-jobs-surgery-free-rhinoplasty-in-canada): Surgery-Free Rhinoplasty in Canada (Category: Luxury) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced technologies like 3D printing and virtual reality into plastic surgery procedures for more precise and customizable results. - [My Free Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/website-dedicated-to-free-implants): Website Dedicated to Free Implants (Category: Naughty) Implication: The healthcare industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by leveraging online platforms like MyFreeImplants to reshape the funding and accessibility of cosmetic sur… - [Plastic Surgery Embeded Bra](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ultimate-invisible-bra-mim-plastic-surgery-embeds-bra-under-skin): MIM Technique Gives Lift Under The Skin (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The permanent internal bra technique can disrupt the cosmetic surgery industry by offering a less invasive and more long-lasting solution for breast augmentation. - [Plastic Surgery Vacations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-surgery-vacations-in-colombia): Combining Trips to Colombia with Body Alterations (Category: World) Implication: The plastic surgery industry is facing disruption as demand moves towards cost-effective procedures in medical tourism destinations. - [French Woman Receives Face Transplant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-woman-receives-face-transplant) (Category: Science) Implication: This breakthrough surgery presents opportunities for innovation in healthcare, including advanced treatments for severe disfigurement and trauma. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Pop Culture - [MIami Pop-Culture Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-pop-culture-shirts) - [Makeup Artist Jewelry Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandora-x-pat-mcgrath) - [Influencer-Curated Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kit-keenan) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture)