The document discusses how body image ideals have influenced the types and popularity of cosmetic surgery procedures over time. Studies show that 14.6 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2012 as plastic surgery saw economic gains. The types of plastic surgery performed correlate directly with societal ideas about ideal body image in a given time period. As these ideals change over the years regarding traits like waist size and body type, people undergo surgery to achieve their desired body image.