Cosmetic surgery

Cosmetic surgery

Cosmetic or aesthetic surgery is a special branch of plastic surgery concerned with the modification or improvement of the appearance of a physical feature, irregularity, or defect.

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Cosmetic surgery

mastopexy

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

Also called a breast lift, this procedure removes excess skin in order to lift up sagging or drooping breasts.

keratin

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

This dominant protein is the skin's main material, occurring also in hair and nails. Keratin is what makes skin rigid.

acne

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

A skin condition characterized by the excess production of oil from sebaceous glands in which the hair follicles become plugged.

spider vein

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

A widened vein that can be seen through the surface of the skin.

septoplasty

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

A surgical procedure done to improve the flow of air to your nose by repairing malformed cartilage and/or the bony portion. The procedure is often performed along with a rhinoplasty.

A type of scar in which a permanent tightening of skin occurs, often in response to a burn. This type of scar may affect the underlying muscles and tendons, limiting mobility and possibly damaging ...