Question 1

i was wondering what are the differences between plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Very similar: Cosmetic surgery is typically performed for the specific purpose of improved appearance (elective), and is performed by plastic surgeons and other board qualified surgeons.  Plastic surgery is typically thought of as reconstructive, i.e. Surgery aimed at improvement of function or damage repair.  Plastic surgeons also often do cosmetic surgery and often advertise as such.

Question 2

what is cosmetic/plastic surgery in atlanta like?

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Great Docs: There are very talented and experienced plastic surgeons on atlanta. Make sure they are board certified. Some nmes are drs. Nahai, codner, elliot, williams, losken, connors to name a few. Good luck.

Question 3

is it true that it's ok to do cosmetic plastic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Cosmetic : Any surgery has the potential for unwanted side effects.  Seek a board certified experienced surgeon who will explain the risks and benefits is a particular surgery.

Question 4

i was wondering what are some risks to cosmetic plastic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Common complications: Common complications with any surgery include bleeding, infection, scarring and need for revisional surgery. Pt should always carefully discuss what the expectations are and whether the doctor can perform the surgery to his/her expectations. Be sure to ask for before and afters since poor cosmetic outcome is a common risk with any aesthetic surgery.

Question 5

how to know if people who get plastic surgery (for cosmetic reasons and not reconstruction) a little 'unwell' in the head?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not!: Why shouldn't you improve yourself if possible?  Some people exercise to look better, some individuals use make-up.  Patients undergoing cosmetic surgery are no more "unwell in the head" than those individuals.

Question 6

is plastic surgery for cosmetic reasons ok?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is acceptable in the right patient for the right reasons. Make sure the doctor is board certified by american society of plastic surgery.

Question 7

what is the main difference between cosmetic and plastic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Beauty vs transform: Whereas cosmetic tends to refer to beauty treatments the term plastic encompasses both aesthetic and  reconstructive treatments.

Question 8

what are some risks to getting plastic surgery for cosmetic purposes?

Accepted Answer

Surgery risks: Risks will vary depending on the procedure, anesthesia, and health of the patient. Generally, cosmetic procedures are elective and therefore not done on patients who carry too high risk. An example: many plastic surgeons not doing breast lifts on patients who smoke because of risk to tissue. General risks: infection, bleeding, failure, damage to tissues, recurrence, ; need for other procedure.

Question 9

is it dangerous to get cosmetic plastic surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: But all surgeries have risks.

Question 10

is it possible to have cosmetic/plastic surgery while taking anxiety medicine?

Accepted Answer

Cosmetic : Yes it is possible to have cosmetic surgery while taking certain  anti anxiety medications.  One should always alert the surgeon as to what medications are being talked to make sure there are no potential drug interactions before , during or after a cosmetic procedure.

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