Impact Factor
3.76
Journal Citation Impact
Estimated influence, citation density, publishing volume, and citation integrity from the analytics table.
Citation rate
3.42
2,157 total citations
h5-index
44
h5 depth signal
Cited share
71.7%
458 of 639
Total citations
2,157
Citation footprint
Metric signal
3.61
External metric anchor
Self-citation
11.0%
237 self-citations
Citations Trend
Monthly Publications Cadence
Citing Geographic Demographics
United States
1,697
China
313
United Kingdom
212
Canada
197
Australia
155
Citing Fields of Research
Cosmetic Surgery
2,942
Dermatology
259
Breast Cancer
204
Wounds & Ulcers
161
Health Education & Remote Healthcare
152
Publishing Activity & Reach
Volume, recency, access pattern, and citing-community signals from the journal analytics record.
All-time article footprint
6,481
Articles tracked across the journal lifetime
Indexed publication set
639
458 cited publications
Last 12 months
282
23.5 publications/month
Open access share
32.6%
92 OA publications in the last year
Leading citing country
United States
1,697 citing publications
Leading citing field
Cosmetic Surgery
2,942 citing publications
Latest tracked publication
19 October 2026
10 recent records available
Coverage & Indexing History
v28n1, Jan./Feb. 2008-
v28n1, Jan./Feb. 2008-
Research Focus & Classification
Indexed Subjects
Cosmetic Surgery
Issuing & Sponsoring Bodies
Contributor
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Broad Categories
General Surgery
Cosmetic Surgery
MeSH Descriptors
Surgery, Plastic
Latest Publications
Recent article records with DOI-first linking and condensed abstracts.
01
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag236
Open DOI
Patient-Reported Aesthetic Outcomes of Botulinum Toxin Type A: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Placebo-Controlled Randomized Trials
Botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) is widely used for facial rejuvenation, but patient-perceived benefit is best evaluated against an inert control. This systematic review assessed whether BoNT-A, compared with placebo, vehicle, or saline p...
02
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag189
Open DOI
Consensus Recommendations on the Diagnosis and Management of Noninflammatory and Inflammatory Nodules Secondary to Poly- L- Lactic Acid Injections
Background: Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) is a widely used biostimulatory injectable for face and body rejuvenation. Although uncommon, nodule formation secondary to PLLA injection remains one of the most challenging complications of PLLA tr...
03
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag232
Open DOI
Does NAD+ Have a Role in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery? An Evidence-Based Review
Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is an essential metabolic coenzyme that has gained substantial attention in recent years, driven by claims of anti-aging, metabolic, and neurocognitive benefits. Its use has expanded beyond medica...
04
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag235
Open DOI
Breast Implant Flipping: Prevalence, Clinical Correlation, and Independent Risk Factors in a Consecutive Ultrasound Cohort
Background: Silicone breast implants are designed with an anterior domed surface, and relatively flat posterior surface that contains the cured silicone patch. With implant flipping (an anterior-posterior malposition), the posterior patc...
05
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag200
Open DOI
A Prospective, Multicenter, Evaluator-Blind, Randomized, Comparator-Controlled Study of Belotero Intense (+), a Hyaluronic Acid Filler With Lidocaine, for Lip Augmentation
Background: Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid (HA)–based dermal fillers is commonly performed to enhance lip volume, shape, and symmetry. Objectives: The aim of this study was to establish the safety and effectiveness of Belotero Int...
06
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag083
Open DOI
Artificial Intelligence: Medical and Legal Implications and Risk Mitigation Strategies for Plastic Surgeons
As artificial intelligence (AI) has become widely accessible, physicians and patients increasingly turn to AI for personal and professional uses. Whether or not you use AI in your practice, other physicians use it in ways that affect you...
07
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag045
Open DOI
A Journey in Time: Aesthetic Surgery Research Evolution and Aesthetic Surgery Journal
08
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag231
Open DOI
Endoscopic Facelift with Isolation of the Fronto-Temporal Facial Nerve Branches: A Clinical Study of 300 Cases
Background: Preserving the fronto-temporal branches of the facial nerve (CN VII) is the principal technical challenge in endoscopic facelift, and complete mid- and lower-face mobilization requires release of McGregor's patch. Objectives:...
09
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag230
Open DOI
Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist-Associated Facial Changes: A Comprehensive Review of Pathophysiology, Clinical Manifestations, Risk Factors, Prevention, and Management
Facial hollowing, skin laxity, and more prominent folds are increasingly reported during weight loss with glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs). The term ‘Ozempic face’ can imply a drug-specific adverse effect, although s...
10
DOI 10.1093/asj/sjag217
Open DOI
Development and Validation of Two skin Quality Photonumeric Scales Assessing Skin Smoothness and Cheek Lines
Background: Skin smoothness and cheek lines are key indicators of skin quality targeted by aesthetic treatments and surgery to improve perceived youthfulness and confidence. Validated photonumeric scales provide a standardized, reliable,...
Bibliographical & Catalog Notes
Title from cover.
Also issued online.
Complemented by (work): Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum 2631-4797 (DLC) 2020243221 (OCoLC)1140110981 (DNLM)101771713.