Cosmetic surgery is becoming increasingly popular, even though health insurance rarely covers the cost. The main cosmetic surgeries are breast augmentation, liposuction, nose reshaping, eyelid surgery, abdominoplasty and facelift. These procedures are complex and come with risks of complications. To ensure a safe experience and achieve the desired results, it is important to get the services of an experienced surgeon and follow home care instructions. Chemical peels are another type of aesthetic surgery.
This procedure involves passing a solution over the face, which can then be left exposed or masked with lotion or adhesive tape. The chemicals burn the skin and the healing process promotes new growth. Deep burns eliminate most wrinkles, but they also increase the risk of complications, such as scarring and infections. Dermabrasion is another type of aesthetic surgery. This procedure involves using a device similar to an electric sander on the face under local or general anesthesia.
The rough surface of the rapidly rotating pad comes off the surface of the skin. The healing process promotes new growth. Deep dermabrasion eliminates most wrinkles, but it also increases the risk of complications, such as scarring and infections. The terms “reconstructive plastic surgery” and “cosmetic surgery” may seem similar, but they represent different types of procedures. Reconstructive plastic surgery is used to correct physical defects caused by birth defects, trauma, burns or disease.
Cosmetic surgery is used to improve appearance.
