Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is a branch of surgery that aims to correct deformities in the body, improve appearance and restore functional abilities. This branch of surgery uses various techniques to treat cosmetic issues caused by congenital abnormalities, injuries, burns or the aging process.
Here is a detailed content about plastic surgery:
 

The Scope of Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery can be classified in various scopes according to the patient's condition in terms of scope. These scopes are briefly as follows. 

1. Reconstructive Surgery: Surgical procedures performed to correct deformities caused by congenital abnormalities, injuries or surgical interventions. 
2. Aesthetic (Cosmetic) Surgery: Surgical interventions performed to improve the appearance of the person and to eliminate aesthetic concerns. Aesthetic surgery is usually preferred voluntarily.
3. Aesthetic Breast Surgery: Includes aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures related to the breast, such as breast augmentation, reduction, lift or reconstruction.
4. Burn Surgery: Includes surgical interventions performed for the treatment of burns and correction of skin deformities that occur afterwards.
5. Maxillofacial Surgery: It deals with the surgical treatment of bones and soft tissues in the face and jaw area.
   It usually covers conditions such as maxillofacial surgery and facial bone fractures.
    

Reconstructive Surgery

1. Rhinoplasty: Correction or aesthetic improvement of the shape of the nose.
2. Post Traumatic Wound Healing: Repair of skin injuries caused by accidents or trauma.
3. Cancer Reconstruction: Correction of deformities after surgery for cancers such as skin cancer or breast cancer.

Aesthetic (Cosmetic) Surgery

1. Rhinoplasty (Nose Job): Correction or aesthetic improvement of the shape of the nose.
2. Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): Correction of sagging in the abdominal area and tightening of the abdominal muscles.
3. Liposuction (Fat Removal): Removal of excess fat tissue in the body by vacuuming
4. Breast Aesthetics: Includes procedures such as breast augmentation, reduction or lift.

Plastic Surgery and Psychological Effects 

In addition to physical improvement, plastic surgery can also contribute to the patient's psychological and emotional recovery. It can help with self-confidence and cause positive changes in social relationships.

Training and Certification

Plastic surgeons are usually trained in general surgery and then receive additional specialized training in plastic surgery. Doctors who are certified in plastic surgery are authorized to perform various surgical procedures according to their specialty. Plastic surgery aims to improve the quality of life of individuals with both reconstructive and aesthetic surgery applications. However, each of these surgical procedures should be performed with careful evaluation and by a specialized surgeon.