What is Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery?
Cosmetic and plastic surgery encompasses aesthetic procedures (to improve appearance) and reconstructive surgery (to restore form and function following injury, cancer, or birth defects). India is a leading destination for cosmetic surgery due to highly trained surgeons, JCI-accredited facilities, and savings of 60–70% vs UK private costs.
Types of Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
Aesthetic Surgery
Elective procedures to enhance appearance — rhinoplasty, facelifts, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation.
Reconstructive Surgery
Restores function and form after cancer surgery, burns, or congenital defects.
Body Contouring
Liposuction, tummy tuck, and body lift procedures following significant weight loss.
Breast Surgery
Augmentation, reduction, lift, or reconstruction following mastectomy.
Facial Plastic Surgery
Rhinoplasty, facelift, eyelid surgery, and otoplasty for facial rejuvenation or correction.
Types of Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Treatments
Rhinoplasty
Surgical reshaping of the nose for cosmetic or functional improvement.
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Removes excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles after pregnancy or weight loss.
Liposuction
Removes stubborn fat deposits from the abdomen, thighs, arms, and flanks.
Breast Reconstruction
Restores breast shape following mastectomy using implants or own tissue (DIEP flap).
Possible Causes
- Post-cancer Disfigurement: Mastectomy, head and neck cancer surgery, and skin cancer excision require reconstruction.
- Congenital Defects: Cleft lip and palate, ear abnormalities, and other birth defects addressed by plastic surgery.
- Trauma & Burns: Accident injuries, dog bites, and burns require reconstructive plastic surgery.
- Aesthetic Goals: Patients seek cosmetic surgery to address appearance concerns affecting confidence and wellbeing.
Conditions Treated
Common Procedures
Why is Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery needed?
- Improve self-confidence and quality of life through aesthetic enhancements
- Reconstruct following mastectomy or cancer surgery
- Correct birth defects such as cleft lip and palate
- Repair trauma injuries — burns, facial lacerations, dog bites
- Body contouring following significant weight loss
When should you see a specialist?
- Patient is in good physical and mental health
- Realistic expectations have been established with the surgeon
- Weight has been stable for at least 6 months (for body contouring)
- Breastfeeding has concluded before breast procedures
- Reconstruction is planned once cancer treatment is complete
Precautions & Aftercare
- Stop smoking at least 4–6 weeks before and after surgery — smoking severely impairs healing
- Avoid aspirin, NSAIDs, and herbal supplements 2 weeks pre-operatively
- Do not expose scars to direct sun for at least 12 months post-surgery
- Wear compression garments as prescribed after liposuction or body contouring
- Attend all post-operative reviews — revision surgery may be needed
- Arrange adequate rest and avoid return to work for at least 2–3 weeks
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