Understanding the Difference Between Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery

 It is not uncommon to use the phrase “plastic surgery” as a catch-all to refer to both “cosmetic surgery” and “reconstructive surgery” but as specialists at Aesthetics Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Aakansha Vashistha In Jaipur, India will tell you, these are two facets of a single specialty that differ fundamentally in how they are approached. In essence, cosmetic surgery entails the performance of an operation with the main goal to modify the appearance of one’s face or body with an end goal of enhancing aesthetics, while reconstructive surgery helps restore a normal desirable appearance and function to a body part.

 

Cosmetic Surgery-Increased Aesthetics

 

As stated earlier, the primary reason for which patients seek cosmetic surgery is to enhance their body’s appearance, and these often include:  

 

- Facelift: A procedure performed to assist an individual with reducing their wrinkles and skin that has begun to sag to help them appear more youthful.

- Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty): Reshapes the nose to better the balance and proportion of a person’s face.

- Breast Augmentation: A practice aimed at broadening the size as well as shaping of the breasts.

- Liposuction: A medical approach to help remove fat from varied parts of the body.

 

They wish to modify parts of their body that do not match their self image, and thus this surgery is completed only at the request of said patient.

 

Reconstructive Surgery-Restoring Functions

 

Medical conditions, traumatic events or congenital deformities can have lasting effects on one’s appearance and when speaking about reconstructive surgery, its main aim is to assist in restoring the normal appearance and function to the damaged or in some cases the underdeveloped body part. Some variations of reconstructive surgery include:

 

- Burn Reconstructive Surgery: This form of reconstructive surgery aims to assist patients with severe burns and help them recover from the damage.

- Surgery for Cleft Lip and Palate: A surgical procedure aimed at treating congenital deformities.

- Breast Reconstruction: Helps restore the shape of a patient’s breast after they have gone through a mastectomy.

 

• Scar Revision Surgery: Helps make scars caused by an injury or surgery less visible.

 

Reconstructive surgeries can be sometimes medically required so these types of operations could also be covered by a health insurance.

 

If you’re planning to undergo cosmetic or clinical reconstruction surgery, it’s of utmost importance to have an utmost qualified doctor perform it. At Aesthetics Plastic Surgeon, we place great emphasis in ensuring the safety and satisfaction of our patients. Book a consultation with us today to find out more.