In the past seven years plastic surgery has moved from a Hollywood-centered activity that was viewed as a medical curiosity of the famous and wealth to a mainstream practice that has drawn interest from almost everyone from all walks of life. There are now television shows, books, website and even full time blogs all dedicated to the wonders of plastic surgery and how it can change a person’s life.
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Overview of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery is both an art and science. For the aesthetic or cosmetic plastic surgeon, perhaps the predominant factor is the art. This is the aspect of surgery in which concentration and interest are focused on the restoration and improvement of forms as well as function. The disorders that the plastic surgeon encounters may be the result of aging, cosmetic inferiority, congenital defect, trauma an (more…)
Chosing who to trust to do your plastic surgery can be a difficult task. Depending on where you are located, lax regulation may make it possible that your ‘plastic surgeon’ is not a surgeon at all. Or they may be a surgeon with training in general surgery, or otolaryngology.
Plastic Surgery is one of the most competitive specialties to get into. It usually ranks in the top 3 which means that medical students go through a rigorous proce (more…)
Plastic surgery is becoming the quick solution to cosmetic problems. Those who have the money would easily pay for such a procedure that promises so much. The truth is however, not every procedure is considered good plastic surgery. You may have to ask yourself a couple of questions to make sure that you get good plastic surgery.
Why do I want it?
Reconstructive surgery is good for those who have been on an illne (more…)