Divorce Revenge Plastic Surgery

Divorce revenge plastic surgery, or post-divorce cosmetic surgery, is a trend that is exploding as newly divorced California singles reassert their independence and reenter the dating scene.

In the Golden State, 32-percent of the patients who visit plastic surgeons' offices are recently divorced.

What kind of Californians are getting 'revenge plastic surgery' and why?

Jennifer, 41, a single mother of three from San Bernardino, lost 70 pounds, underwent breast enhancement surgery and received Botox and collegen injections.

After a bitter divorce, she wanted to get revenge on her ex-husband by looking younger and sexier.

"I couldn't see myself crying on the couch and stuffing my face while my ex-husband was out living it up," Jennifer told Californiality. "I needed the confidence to tell the whole world, 'Hey, I'm back!' This time around, I'm looking hot and ready for a new life."

After 25 years of marriage, Jennifer split up with her husband after his three affairs with younger women made her feel old, unattractive and worthless.

Since undergoing her plastic surgery procedures, she says the compliments are pouring in, her confidence is sky-high and her ex is calling like crazy.

"It's extremely liberating and very empowering. To say it's been life-changing is an understatement," said Jennifer.

Whether it's revenge against ex-husbands or a personal renaissance, post-divorce plastic surgery is skyrocketing among women, but what about men?

In California's metropolitan areas like Los Angeles and San Francisco, more men than ever before are having facelifts, pectoral implants, hair transplants and penile surgeries.

While many in society feel that a mature man is attractive and 'distinguished', a growing number of California men disagree --- especially men who are newly single after a divorce.

"I wanted to get back in the game, dating wise, so I decided to bite the bullet and go under the knife," said Rick, 47, a divorced father of two from Santa Monica. "I look and feel much younger and stronger now. My cosmetic procedures were worth every penny."

When asked if other men should consider what many call 'revenge surgery', Rick did not hesitate in giving his opinion.

"There used to be a stigma attached to men improving their looks but, in 2011, it's all about health and good psychology. Self-esteem is more valuable than some male myth," Rick told Californiality.

Contrary to the California stereotype, most Californians have never had cosmetic surgery, let alone divorce revenge plastic surgery, but it looks like an ever-increasing number are making up for lost time in 2011.