Plastic surgery is the practice of restoring, reconstructing, or altering the human body. The practice is divided into two types: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery. Reconstructive surgery includes craniofacial reconstruction, hand and microsurgery, and the treatment of burns. Cosmetic surgery, on the other hand, involves altering an...

The field of plastic surgery is very competitive. While many cosmetic surgeons have excellent credentials, this does not mean that they will always produce a successful outcome. While some may claim to be "the only" group in the field, this label excludes many other qualified cosmetic surgeons. In addition to credentials, a surgeon should be able...

Plastic surgery is the science and art of changing and restoring the human body. Plastic surgery is often divided into two major areas, reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery. Reconstructive plastic surgery involves the repair of facial injuries and defects, as well as hand and microsurgery. In addition, it includes the treatment of burns. In...