Happy Father's Day (And Lose Those Love Handles) If plastic surgeons have their way, liposuction and Botox injections may replace ties and socks as the go-to gifts for Father's Day. Plastic surgeons are eagerly marketing cosmetic treatments and surgeries, like chin implants, as the ideal gift for the family patriarch. After all, nothing says "I love you, Dad," like a present suggesting that he could look, well, a bit.... younger. In a news release, Stephen Greenberg, a New York-based physician, says he "has seen requests for procedures around Father's Day go up close to 50 percent among men; the highest level than any other time of year." He cites a desire among men to improve their appearance, perhaps to gain a competitive advantage over younger colleagues in "a rough job market." In a phone interview, Dr. Greenberg said women often ask what they can do for their spouses. He offers skin "rejuvenation" packages starting at about $500 to $1,000; more invasive (and expensive) options, including surgery, are available too - but he cautions that the recipient must undergo a medical evaluation for suitability, as any patient would. Dr. Greenberg's missive follows a spate of news releases from other cosmetic surgeons last year, all of which lauded the idea of procedures as a gift for Daddy. Michael Fiorello, a plastic surgeon whose media experience includes appearing as a "breast specialist" on "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," noted the same "fascinating new trend" last spring. "It's no longer taboo for a male patient to come in for a plastic surgery consultation," he said in his own press release. Dr. Robert Applebaum of Beverly Hills was even more direct. In a list of suggested Father's Day gifts posted on his Web site, he proposed a massage at the Four Seasons, an old-fashioned barber shop shave, or "A consultation with Dr. Applebaum." Despite the professional enthusiasm, the purported Father's Day trend isn't confirmed by any national statistics. Jack Fisher, president of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, said in a phone interview that his organization has "no substantial data" to confirm a surge in cosmetic surgery around Father's Day. But, he said, the society's statistics do indeed show that men generally are having more cosmetic treatments and procedures. According to statistics compiled by the society, roughly 10 percent of all cosmetic procedures were performed on men in 2012, up from about 8 percent in 2010. The top five surgical procedures for men were liposuction (goodbye to those "love handles"); rhinoplasty (commonly known as a nose job); eyelid surgery; reduction of gynecomastia, or excess breast tissue; and ear shaping. Treatment with Botulinum Toxin Type A (better known by names like Botox and Dysport), is also popular to reduce lines around the nose and the eyes, said Dr. Fisher. Chemical peels and laser treatments to rejuvenate skin are also sought-after options. While the stigma of seeking cosmetic surgery may be fading for men, they still don't like to talk about it much, he said. "Women will talk about it with their friends," especially if they are pleased with the result, he said. Men are incredibly reticent to admit they had anything done. If you do decide to spring for some serious work for your Father's Day gift, be prepared to pay. According to the society, the average cost of a tummy tuck in 2012 was $5,419, and cosmetic eyelid surgery was $2,724. Perhaps a Botox treatment ($326) might be easier on the wallet. What sort of gifts are you considering for June 16? If you are a father, would you welcome a gift of cosmetic treatments?