# Bizarre Plastic Surgery 6 Peculiar Modern Surgeries By Lindsey Erin Heim | Published 2008-09-04 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strange-plastic-surgery References: [oddee](http://www.oddee.com/item_96455.aspx) & [makemeheal](http://www.makemeheal.com/news/weird-fun-strange-tragic-plastic-surgery-during-may/148) The cutting edge of plastic surgery is a strange and sometimes scary one. Americans are notoriously unhappy with their bodies and plastic surgeons everywhere are greatly profiting from it. With all of the altered-body parts already out there, it’s not hard to wonder what surgery trend is next and where exactly the future of plastic surgery will lead us. If you thought butt-implants were ridiculous, you must see these six bizarre new surgical procedures... try not to cringe. 1.) Six-Pack Abs surgery – A 6-pack stomach is not so hard to achieve anymore thanks to the “six-pack” surgery innovation. Now, with just 2 hours and six-grand, washboard abs can "magically" appear on your beer belly. 2.) Voila- Virgin Again! – This “virgin again” surgery repairs the female’s hymen so that she can literally become a virgin again within minutes…Can you imagine Jenna Jameson a proclaimed re-virgin? It can be done to anyone, and is a surprisingly cheap surgery, costing somewhere between $100 and $2,000 bucks. 3.) Elf-Ear Surgery – Yes, some people actually WANT their ears to look like elf ears, and this surgical procedure can get them there. 4.) A Facelift for Fido – Pet owners can now provide their aging animal with the luxury of a [facelift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noninvasive-facelift)…but does he really care? 5.) Horn-Implants – Forget [silicone breasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-2)…now you can have HORN implants. Whether on top of your head or on your lower forehead these humps leave nothing to be desired… 6.) [Trendy Tongue Surgery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-oral-tattoos) – Find yourself admiring the forked tongue of your pet snake? This hot new surgery trend is for you! Now you too can have a “snake” tongue, with just one snip. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Six-pack Abs Surgery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a less invasive and more affordable procedure to achieve six-pack abs. - **Virgin Again Surgery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a non-surgical alternative to restore the appearance of virginity, catering to a wider market of individuals seeking this service. - **Elf-ear Surgery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore customizable options for ear modifications, catering to various aesthetic preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Plastic Surgery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced technology, such as 3D printing or AI, into plastic surgery procedures to enhance precision and reduce recovery time. - **Cosmetic Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative cosmetics or non-invasive procedures that can mimic the look achieved through plastic surgery, providing an alternative to surgical interventions. - **Pet Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create specialized non-surgical treatments or products targeting pet owners who want to enhance the appearance of their aging pets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recontouring Lip Glosses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lip-flip-shimmer-gloss.md) - [Pearlescent Sculpting Highlighters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-point-lift-by-isamaya.md) - [Adaptive Lip Plumpers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lip-injection-lip-blush.md) - [Breast Augmentation Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/see-yourself-in-sientra.md) - [Virtual Piercing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-face-piercing-app.md) - [Holistic Educational Beauty Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beverly-hills-plastic-surgery.md) - [Breast Surgery Preconditioning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-2.md) - [Certified Injectable Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptra.md) - [Temporary Oral Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-oral-tattoos.md)