Sushruta, an ancient Indian physician, is often considered the father of surgery. His work, "Sushruta Samhita," describes surgical techniques including reconstructive procedures such as rhinoplasty (nasal reconstruction).

In Europe, the Italian physician Albucasis writes "Al-Tasrif," a medical text that includes techniques for repairing facial injuries.

Italian surgeon Antonio Branca is credited with pioneering the use of skin flaps for facial reconstruction.

Gaspare Tagliacozzi, an Italian surgeon, is often called the father of modern plastic surgery. His work, "De Curtorum Chirurgia per Insitionem" (On the Surgery of Defects by Implantation), describes the use of skin grafts from the upper arm to reconstruct noses.

British surgeons observe and document Indian rhinoplasty techniques, which influence Western surgical practices.

Joseph Carpue performs the first major rhinoplasty operation in the Western world.

American surgeon John Orlando Roe performs the first modern cosmetic rhinoplasty.

Jacques Joseph, a German surgeon, refines rhinoplasty techniques and begins to develop other facial plastic surgery procedures.

Charles Miller publishes "The Correction of Featural Imperfections," the first American textbook on cosmetic surgery.

The term "plastic surgery" is popularized by German surgeon Karl Ferdinand von Graefe.

Harold Gillies, a New Zealand-born surgeon, develops new techniques for treating facial injuries during World War I, laying the groundwork for modern reconstructive surgery.

The rise of Hollywood and the movie industry increases public interest in aesthetic surgery. Surgeons like Suzanne Noël in France begin specializing in cosmetic procedures.

Advances in anesthesia, antibiotics, and surgical techniques lead to safer and more effective cosmetic procedures. 

The American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (now the American Society of Plastic Surgeons) is founded.

American surgeon Thomas Cronin develops the first silicone breast implant.

Liposuction is developed in Europe by Drs. Arpad and Giorgio Fischer. The procedure gains popularity in the United States in the 1980s.

CO2 laser technology is introduced for skin resurfacing, and collagen injections become popular for soft tissue augmentation.

Advances in endoscopic techniques lead to less invasive facial surgeries. 

Non-surgical procedures like dermal fillers, laser treatments, and chemical peels become increasingly popular. The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) gains popularity, and botox is approved for cosmetic use by the FDA.

The rise of social media and celebrity culture significantly influences public interest in aesthetic procedures. The use of fat grafting, particularly for facial rejuvenation, becomes more widespread.

The FDA approves the first cohesive gel silicone breast implants, known as "gummy bear" implants.

Advances in regenerative medicine, including the use of stem cells and platelet-rich plasma (PRP), show promise in aesthetic applications. Minimally invasive procedures continue to dominate the field, with a growing focus on achieving natural-looking results.

The global aesthetic surgery market sees significant growth, driven by technological advancements and increasing acceptance of cosmetic procedures across different demographics.

Innovations in robotic surgery, artificial intelligence, and personalized medicine are expected to revolutionize the field of aesthetic plastic surgery. There is a growing emphasis on holistic approaches, combining surgical and non-surgical treatments for comprehensive aesthetic enhancement.