As 2026 begins, it’s time to start focusing on new beginnings – and a new you! If you’re feeling a little worn out or spread thin after the past year, you’re not alone. This year was a challenging one for many of us, and it’s normal to feel a little off or disconnected from yourself after navigating life’s ups and downs. Thankfully, the new year gives you a terrific opportunity for a reset.
This new year, we encourage you to make resolutions and goals that will improve your self-confidence. It’s amazing how some small investments in yourself can transform not only your body, but also your mindset. Whether you’re looking for an immediate transformation or more of a slow and progressive change, the team at the Florida Center for Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery offers several cosmetic procedures to fit your self-improvement journey in 2026.
Surgical Transformations
When you look in the mirror, do you wish the reflection looking back had a different appearance? Maybe you have some excess skin remaining after weight loss, or perhaps age-related metabolic changes have made certain pockets of fat impossible to shed at the gym. In situations like this, cosmetic surgery typically offers the most immediate and dramatic transformation. Winter can be a great time to schedule surgery since many people have slower schedules and more family around to help with aftercare.
Breast Enhancement
If you wish your breasts were larger or more toned, consider scheduling a breast enhancement in the new year. Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments 2026 patients are seeking, and it can help you achieve the fuller, younger look you desire. Whether you’re looking to increase by one cup size or four, we can ensure your new breasts look natural and proportional.
If it’s sagging that concerns you, then a breast lift is likely a better fit. In this procedure, skin is removed from above the breasts, and the remaining tissue is lifted. Many new moms find that this procedure helps them reclaim their self-confidence after pregnancy and nursing.
Tummy Tuck
Tummy tucks are popular among new moms, and also among patients who have recently lost a significant amount of weight. This procedure removes excess skin from your midsection, enhancing your abdominal definition. If you schedule your tummy tuck in the next few weeks, you’ll be recovered by swimsuit season!
For patients who also have unwanted fat around their midsection, we often pair a tummy tuck with liposuction. Liposuction removes excess fat from beneath the skin. It works really well for patients who have lost weight, but still have some stubborn fat that won’t respond to diet and exercise. In addition to the abdomen, we can also perform liposuction around the hips, thighs, and even the upper arms.
Arm Lifts
Do you cover up with long sleeves because you don’t want people to see the sagging skin on your arms? This is a common concern, especially when spring approaches and long sleeves get tucked back into the closet. An arm lift is a relatively simple surgery that lets you say goodbye to saggy arms once and for all. Imagine wearing sleeveless shirts or even bikini tops with confidence in 2026! That could be your reality.
Face Lifts
Then, of course, there is the face lift – a cosmetic surgery that’s basically a household name, but is all too often misunderstood. Face lifts are not just for women over a certain age or for those with dramatic sagging. And not every face lift involves large incisions. We customize every surgery to suit our patients’ individual needs. Many patients benefit from a “mini face lift” or mild tightening in key areas.
Here’s another important point to note: a face lift procedure won’t make you look “plastic” or “fake.” Our goal is always to turn back the clock while preserving your natural beauty. Once you’re healed, others might notice something different about you, but they won’t immediately be able to identify that you’ve had surgery.
Non-Surgical Options
We get it: starting 2026 with cosmetic surgery can feel like a big commitment. Luckily, surgery is not the only way to improve your looks and confidence in the new year. Dr. DeMercurio also offers several non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures to address concerns like loose skin, excess fat, and loss of skin tone.
The trade-off with non-surgical cosmetic enhancements is that you have to be patient. Most of these procedures do require several treatments to provide the desired results. However, they do so with little to no pain. And often, these treatments can be scheduled during a lunch break or after work, making them easy to accommodate in your schedule.
Injectables
If you’re bothered by fine lines or wrinkles, injectables often offer the most “bang for your buck.” Neurotoxins like Botox® are great for erasing dynamic wrinkles that are most noticeable when you move your face or make expressions. We often use Botox® for crow’s feet, and also for smile lines toward the outside of the lips.
If you have deeper static wrinkles or if you’ve lost skin volume in places like your under-eyes or cheeks, dermal fillers are a top option to explore. Sculptra® is one such option that works by boosting your body’s own, natural collagen production. We also love using Renuva®, an injectable that stimulates fat production and helps add volume to the chin, cheeks, or jawline.
Injectables are relatively easy to add to your self-care routine for 2026, and the results can last for months, if not longer. Thanks to our office’s warm and inviting atmosphere, patients often find themselves looking forward to their injection appointments as a way to pamper themselves and honor their skin.
CO2 Laser Treatments
The Florida sun can be harsh! Even if you routinely wear sunscreen, you’re likely to notice some age spots, fine lines, and general dullness due to sun damage as you age. A series of CO2 laser treatments, scheduled throughout 2026, can address this damage and turn back the clock.
CO2 laser treatments are incredible because they address multiple concerns at the same time. From acne to wrinkles to sun damage, this procedure helps you say goodbye to imperfections and reclaim a younger look – all without incisions or even injections.
Micro-Needling: Secret RF
Perhaps you’ve heard of micro-needling, a procedure that involves using tiny needles to make multiple small punctures in the surface of the skin. The procedure stimulates the body’s own healing mechanisms, which helps address a variety of issues, including fine lines, scarring, and large pores.
At the Florida Center for Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, we offer an enhanced version of micro-needling called Secret™ RF Micro-Needling. In this procedure, we not only insert tiny needles into your skin, but also pass radiofrequency (RF) energy through those needles. This helps stimulate the skin cells beneath the surface so they create more collagen and other healthy proteins.
Secret™ RF will leave your skin a little red and sore for several days, but you can resume your normal routine after just one day of rest, at most. This makes it the perfect self-care procedure for patients who have anti-aging concerns but can’t commit to the longer recovery process that comes with cosmetic surgery.
If you’d like to make 2026 the year you focus on self-care, cosmetic surgery, and non-invasive procedures are both options to explore. Men and women of all ages are able to gain confidence through cosmetic procedures, and what better time to do that than the start of a brand new year?
Contact us if you’d like to learn more about any of these empowering treatments. We can assess your needs, discuss your goals, and recommend a customized approach to help you kick-start the year feeling grounded and self-assured.