Thursday, January 24, 2013

A General Overview of Cosmetic Surgery


There are many cosmetic procedures a patient can have performed by a board certified plastic surgeon in order to improve or correct issues related to the appearance or function of specific body parts. The field of cosmetic surgery encompasses many different procedures, from relatively painless injections or laser treatments to invasive, in-patient surgery such as liposuction or breast augmentation.

Cosmetic surgery is used to improve a person's appearance and increase their self-confidence. Issues related to function can also be addressed with plastic surgery. Rhinoplasty, more commonly known as a nose job, can not only be performed to give a patient a more attractive, desirable nose, but can be done to correct breathing or sinus issues.

Having cosmetic surgery performed can completely redesign the shape and form of specific body parts, or totally reshape the contour of your body. Tummy tucks, liposuction, breast augmentation and various other procedures will dramatically enhance a person's appearance and may provide them with the self-confidence or self-esteem they need to function in daily life. While plastic surgery cannot repair deep emotional issues, it can have a positive impact on a person who is hindered by their appearance or is not comfortable with a certain part of their body.

In recent years, technological advancement has made cosmetic surgery more accessible and more affordable for the public. Botox injections, laser treatments and chemical peels are amongst the most popular cosmetic procedures being done today. Other procedures, such as collagen injection, dermabrasion and laser cellulite treatment are also performed more frequently. Modern medical advancements have made receiving a cosmetic treatment less invasive. Many procedures can be done in one visit to a cosmetic surgeon's office.

Surgical procedures such as breast augmentation, liposuction, face lifts and tummy tucks will require follow up care and weeks of recovery time. However, medical technology has allowed for these procedures to be more efficient than they were even a decade ago. New techniques and equipment in plastic surgery have given cosmetic surgeons a more effective and more streamlined process of completing procedures, and the patient can benefit greatly by the increased safety with these current methods.

A cosmetic physician will give the patient specific details about any procedure that is an option. The plastic surgeon will also explain the advantages and the risks associated with the procedure. Before any cosmetic surgery is performed, the doctor will make sure the patient understands the risks, side effects, recovery time and is able to withstand the trauma - both mentally and physically. The plastic surgeon will fully prepare the patient with all appropriate information and make sure every option is discussed.

Cosmetic surgery has advanced significantly in recent years. With new, in-patient procedures such as injectable Botox or laser skin treatments, it is easier than ever to receive the look you desire in very little time.

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