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

Rhinoplasty

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

A cosmetic procedure used to enhance or change the appearance of the nose. Rhinoplasty is commonly referred to as a nose job.

Rhytidectomy

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

Commonly called a facelift, this surgical procedure is done to eliminate the sagging, drooping, and wrinkled skin of the face and neck.

A skin disease of unknown causes with an array of symptoms, including redness and puffiness on several areas of the face that include the cheeks and nose. Rosacea cannot be cured, but prompt correct ...

Sclerotherapy

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

A medical procedure used to eliminate varicose veins and "spider veins." During the procedure, an injection of a solution (generally sodium chloride) is placed directly into the vein.

Septoplasty

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

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

Spider vein

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

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

chin augmentation

Beauty; Cosmetic surgery

Chin augmentation using surgical implants can alter the underlying structure of the face, providing better balance to the facial features. The specific medical terms mentoplasty and genioplasty are ...