Some people choose to voluntarily undergo surgical operations to correct parts of their body they are insecure about, or to correct perceived flaws. This known as cosmetic surgery, sometimes called plastic surgery. Any surgery carries some danger, but people choosing to undergo cosmetic surgery should be aware of the risks. Cosmetic surgery carries greater risks and requires longer recovery times than many people think.
The term "plastic surgery" actually refers to two separate but related practices. Reconstructive surgery is meant to help people who have sustained serious disfiguring injuries. They may undergo surgery to reconstruct parts of their body, such as rebuilding a destroyed nose. On the other side of the coin is cosmetic surgery, where patients voluntarily undergo surgery to make their bodies more visually appealing. For example, someone who is insecure about his or her nose may choose to have it reshaped.
Cosmetic surgeons use many techniques developed by reconstructive surgeons, adapting them to reshape otherwise 'normal' noses into something the patient finds more appealing. The example above is an example of a rhinoplasty, colloquially referred to as a "nose job." A rhinoplasty can change many aspects of a person's nose, even rebuilding it entirely, but only by use of invasive surgical procedures. If the operation goes wrong, however, it can result in permanent disfigurement and more serious complications.
Botched surgery is not only disfiguring, it can put patients' lives at risk. As with any surgery, complications can arise. Infections, scarring, frequent nosebleeds, and nerve damage can result from a rhinoplasty. Breast implants, another common surgery, can result in infections, internal bleeding, and can even leave patients with a deformed chest wall.
Before choosing to undergo cosmetic surgery, it is extremely important to find the right doctor. Cosmetic surgery is rarely covered by insurance, except in the case of disfigurement, but the experience and reputation of your doctor is more important than cost. Recovering from a successful plastic surgery can take many weeks as it is, but a flawed surgery can prove fatal.
Victims of cosmetic surgery malpractice should not have to pay for another person's mistake. If you or someone you love has been the victim of a negligent cosmetic surgeon, you may be entitled to seek compensation for your medical bills, losses, and suffering. To learn more about medical malpractice and your rights, visit the website of the New Jersey malpractice lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. today.
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