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Women's Health

Breast Augmentation Surgery

Breast augmentation surgery increases the size or the fullness of the breasts using sacs filled with fluid or gel. These sacs are called breast implants. Learn what to expect before, during, and after this surgery.

Overview of Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty involved with the improvement in a person's appearance and reconstruction of facial and body tissue defects caused by illness, trauma, or birth disorders.

Plastic Surgery Methods

Two common methods are endoscopic surgery, performed with a tubular probe, and flap surgery, in which healthy tissue is moved from one part of the body to another.

Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Overview

The goal of reconstructive plastic surgery is to improve body function, but the surgery may also be performed to create a more normal appearance and improve self-esteem.

Nasal Surgery: Preparing for Surgery

Nasal surgery may be done at your healthcare provider's office, a surgery center, or a hospital. Follow any directions your healthcare provider gives you for how to get ready.

Breast Cancer: Breast Reconstruction After Breast Surgery

Breast reconstruction surgery involves creating a breast mound that comes as close as possible to the form and appearance of the natural breast.

Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Overview

Cosmetic plastic surgery is performed in order to change one's appearance. For some, it may mean redesigning the body's contour and shape or the elimination of wrinkles. Others may choose varicose vein treatment or breast augmentation.

Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation is a procedure to reshape the breast to make it larger. The procedure can also be done to reconstruct the breast after breast surgery.

Dermabrasion and Dermaplaning

Dermabrasion involves a surgeon using a high speed rotating brush to remove the top layer of skin. This is done to remove fine wrinkles or minimize scars.

Liposuction

Liposuction removes excess body fat through a suctioning process. It is not a substitute for weight loss, but it does change the body's shape and contour.

Eyelid Lift

This procedure can remove puffiness or bags under the eyes, and can also correct droopy eyelids. Here's what you need to know.

Facelift

During a facelift procedure, excess facial fat is removed, facial muscles are tightened, and the skin is stretched to make a smoother appearance.

Forehead Lift

A forehead lift is a type of cosmetic surgery. It's also called a brow lift. Learn details about the 2 types of forehead lift procedures and how they're done, along with possible complications and side effects.

Nose Reshaping (Rhinoplasty)

Cosmetic nose reshaping is also known as rhinoplasty. This surgery can change the shape of the nose, and also fix some breathing problems.

Tummy Tuck

In a tummy tuck procedure, excess fat and skin are surgically removed from the middle and lower abdomen, and the muscles of the abdomen wall are tightened.

Vein Removal

Varicose and spider veins can be treated in several ways, including injections, surgery, and laser.

Endovenous Laser Varicose Vein Surgery

Endovenous laser varicose vein surgery is a procedure that uses heat from a laser to reduce varicose veins. Varicose veins are swollen, bulging veins that often happen on the thighs or calves. A laser is a device that sends a thin beam of radiation in the form of light.

Liposuction

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure in which fat is sucked out of the body. It helps reshape areas of the body that are out of proportion to the rest of the body.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is surgery to change the size or shape of your nose. It is also called a nose job. This procedure is usually used to make the nose smaller or to narrow it. But it can also make the nose larger.