Review of Common Cosmetic Surgery Procedures
In recent years, Cosmetic surgery has become a very popular
self-enhancement tool for both women and men. In the past,
cosmetic surgery was viewed as an elective surgery that only the
very rich could afford, however it has become a more widely used
method of enhancing ones image in the last decade or so. By the
sheer number of procedures that are performed annually it would
lead us to believe that cosmetic surgery has become a very
acceptable solution to solving "problem areas" for many people,
and it has. Some of the most commonly performed plastic surgery
techniques are listed here, along with links to more information
on cosmetic surgery in general. Abdominoplasty ,or "tummy tuck"
is a procedure that consists of reshaping and firming of the
abdomen . Blepharoplasty ,or "eyelid surgery", is the Reshaping
of the eyelids or the application of permanent eyeliner,
including a procedure called Asian blepharoplasty, where the
skin around the eyes is reshaped. It is sometimes done to remove
the epicanthal fold and to create a crease in the eyelid.
Augmentation Mammaplasty or "breast enlargement". Surgery for
enlargement of the breasts. Mastopexy ,also called a "breast
lift", A procedure in which sagging breasts are raised.
Rhinoplasty, Also known as a "nose job". Surgery for reshaping
of the nose. Rhytidectomy, commonly referred to as a face lift,
offers the removal of wrinkles and the signs of aging from the
face. Otoplasty also known as aesthetic ear surgery, is the
procedure that reshapes and molds the protrusion of the ears.
Lipectomy, Commonly referred to as liposuction. Abdominal
liposuction enables the recontouring of the body by the
permanent removal of fatty deposits. Chin augmentation
Enhancement of the chin using an implant. Cheek augmentation
Enhancement of the contours of the cheeks. It should be always
be noted that any elective procedure such as cosmetic surgery
does involve risks, just like any operation, and should
therefore should be treated accordingly. This can be done by
gathering as much information on the procedure as you possibly
can. In addition to gathering information on the procedure, it
is also very important to check a physician's credentials,
looking for those physicians trained in cosmetic techniques,
such as Board Certified Plastic Surgeons, Otolaryngologists ,
and Opthalmologists.