PLASTIC AND COSMETIC SURGERY
Plastic and cosmetic surgery is a surgical specialty that deals with the reconstruction, restoration, and enhancement of the human body's appearance and function.
Scope of Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Reconstructive surgery: restoring form and function to damaged or deformed tissues, such as:
- · Trauma reconstruction , Cancer reconstruction
- · Congenital defect repair
- Cosmetic surgery: enhancing appearance, such as:
- Facelifts ,
- Breast augmentation or reduction
- Body contouring (e.g., liposuction, tummy tucks)
- Facial rejuvenation (e.g., eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty)
- Baldness
- Microsurgery: delicate surgical procedures using microscopes and specialized instruments
- Hand surgery: surgical treatment of hand and finger disorders
- Burns.
