What is Plastic Surgery?
Plastic surgery is a branch of medicine that focuses on reconstructing and repairing deformities, defects, and damages to the body. It involves both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures to enhance appearance and restore function.
Cosmetic vs. Reconstructive Surgery
- Cosmetic surgery aims to improve aesthetic appearance, such as facelifts and breast augmentations.
- Reconstructive surgery focuses on correcting physical abnormalities, like cleft palate repair and breast reconstruction after cancer.
Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures
- Rhinoplasty: Nose reshaping
- Liposuction: Fat removal
- Breast Augmentation: Enlargement
Case Study: Breast Reconstruction
After a mastectomy, a woman underwent a breast reconstruction surgery to restore her body image and self-confidence. The procedure helped her regain a sense of normalcy and femininity.
Statistics on Plastic Surgery
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were 1.8 million cosmetic surgical procedures performed in the United States in 2019. The most popular procedures include liposuction, breast augmentation, and rhinoplasty.
