Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is a medical field focused on restoring, reconstructing, or altering the human body. It is primarily divided into two types: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery. Reconstructive surgery includes specialties such as craniofacial surgery, hand surgery, microsurgery, and burn treatment, all aimed at restoring or enhancing the function of a body part. Cosmetic (or aesthetic) surgery is focused entirely on improving the body's appearance.

The term "plastic surgery" comes from the Greek word plastikos, which means "to mold" or "to shape".

Patients who undergo plastic surgery can look forward to gaining self-confidence and a sense of well-being from looking, feeling and functioning at their best. For those who wish to enhance their appearance, today's cosmetic procedures offer the opportunity to sculpt physical features and improve self-esteem. Reconstructive procedures can correct a wide range of physical abnormalities caused by accidents, disease and congenital defects, helping patients to enjoy full and normal lives. 

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