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These numbers, the researchers say, are significantly higher than the national average—according to Pew Research Center, only 4% of Americans report having had cosmetic surgery.—Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 26 Mar. 2026 When people hear about top facial cosmetic surgery, places like Beverly Hills or Park Avenue come to mind.—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026 Nuland said his group supports a bill pending in the Florida Legislature that would require licenses and set quality standards for recovery houses where patients often stay to recuperate for a few days after cosmetic surgery.—Fred Schulte, NBC news, 10 Mar. 2026 According to prosecutors, Knox used the money to pay for family vacations, utility bills, cosmetic surgery and other personal expenses.—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cosmetic surgery