The terms plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery are often used interchangeably. Although both disciplines of medical science aim at improving a person’s body, they are different from each other in many aspects. Read more: What Is the Difference Between Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery? Article
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Nonsurgical Cosmetic Procedures: Before and After Botox, Laser, Peels
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Nip and Tuck: Plastic Surgery for Men
From liposuction to facelifts, more men are having procedures to look better. WebMD shows you the more popular plastic surgery...
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LASIK Eye Surgery: Better Vision with Laser Surgery
How does LASIK work? Get information on this popular laser eye surgery, the procedure, success rates, and possible vision side...
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Picture of Low Level Light Therapy: Laser Comb
Low level light laser therapy (LLLT) has been used to treat a variety of medical disorders from ulcers to musculoskeletal...
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Picture of Blepharitis
Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids and occurs in two forms, anterior (outside of the eyelid) and posterior (inner...
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Picture of Erythema Following Fraxel Laser Treatment
Mild sunburn-like erythema immediately following Fraxel laser treatment with eight passes. See a Erythema Following Fraxel Laser...
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Picture of Hemangioma After Laser Treatment
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Picture of Port-Wine Stain after Laser Treatment
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Picture of Tattoo with Laser Treatment
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Picture of Tattoo with Q-Switched Laser Treatment
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Plastic Surgery: Before and After Photos of Cosmetic Surgeries See SlideshowRelated Disease Conditions
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Blepharitis
Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids. Acne rosacea, staphylococcal bacteria, allergies, sensitivities to makeup or contact lens solutions, head lice, or other conditions may cause blepharitis. Symptoms and signs include itchy eyelids, burning sensation in the eyes, crusting of the eyelids, light sensitivity, red, swollen eyelids, loss of eyelashes, and dandruff of the lashes and eyebrows. Proper eyelid hygiene and a regular cleaning routine controls blepharitis.
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What Are Dimples Caused By?
Dimples are small dents most seen on the cheeks on either side of the mouth, but they can also appear on other parts of the body. Dimples are often hereditary.
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What Homemade Remedy Can You Use for Under Eye Puffiness?
Under eye puffiness may take time to resolve. Often, they are a result of stressful schedules, eye strain, eye allergies or even hormonal changes. Treatment of under eye puffiness and dark circles involves medical treatment and natural remedies. Home remedies can temporarily reduce under eye puffiness.
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How Much Does It Cost for Laser Skin Resurfacing?
Laser resurfacing is a procedure that removes layers of the skin and improves its appearance or treats minor facial flaws such as blemishes or acne scars by using lasers.
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Can a Tummy Tuck Cause Stomach Issues?
Stomach cramps are the most common side effect after the tummy tuck procedure. Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen or tummy. Scarring, pain, swelling and other issues may occur after a tummy tuck.
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Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is a type surgery that is performed to repair nasal fractures or to change the appearance of the nose for cosmetic reasons. The nose is packed after surgery to minimize bleeding. Proper aftercare will help minimize the risk of infection.
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How Are Facial Fractures Treated?
Patients with facial fractures are usually seen and treated in the emergency department. The definitive diagnosis usually requires imaging in the form of a computed tomography (CT) scan. The majority of patients with facial fractures can be seen in the surgeon’s clinic on an outpatient basis. If surgery is needed, it typically occurs one to two weeks after the injury.
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What Are the Types of Breast Implants?
Breast implants are U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved devices that are fitted into your breasts to enhance the look, shape, and feel of your breasts. The different types include saline, silicone, gummy bear, round, smooth, and textured implants.
Treatment & Diagnosis
- Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
- What Is CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing?
- Laser Resurfacing
- Breast Augmentation and Implants
- How Painful Is Osteotomy Rhinoplasty Recovery?
- What is Tip Rhinoplasty?
- Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic Surgery)
- Is a Muscle Cut Necessary During a Submuscular Breast Augmentation?
- How Long Does an SMAS Facelift Last?
- Facelift
- What Is an Endoscopic Breast Augmentation?
Medications & Supplements
Prevention & Wellness
- Cosmetic Surgery: Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Plastic Surgery
- Plastic Surgery: Extreme Makeover: Coming to a Beach Near You
- Is Plastic Surgery a Teen Thing?
- Is Plastic Surgery Right for You?
- Face Lift? 10 Tips For Facial Plastic Surgery
- Choosing Plastic Surgery
- Mammoplasty (Plastic Surgery for the Breasts)
- Breast Augmentation: Are Implants Really Unsafe?
- Aging: Erase Aging With a 'Mid-Facelift'?
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