Plastic surgery is a specialized branch of medicine focused on the restoration, reconstruction, and enhancement of physical appearance. It is not limited to cosmetic procedures; it also plays a vital role in correcting deformities, repairing injuries, and improving both function and appearance.

Plastic surgery includes reconstructive surgery and cosmetic (aesthetic) surgery.

• Reconstructive surgery focuses on repairing or rebuilding body structures damaged by accidents, burns, infections, tumors, or birth defects. It includes procedures such as cleft lip and palate repair, skin grafts, breast reconstruction after mastectomy, hand surgery, and scar revision. The primary goal is to restore normal function and achieve a natural appearance.
• Cosmetic surgery, on the other hand, is aimed at improving appearance, body shape, and facial harmony. Common cosmetic procedures include rhinoplasty (nose reshaping), liposuction, breast augmentation or reduction, tummy tuck, facelift, eyelid surgery, and hair transplantation. The primary purpose of cosmetic surgery is to enhance beauty, balance, and self-confidence.

Plastic surgery includes reconstructive surgery and cosmetic (aesthetic) surgery, each serving unique purposes but often overlapping in techniques and outcomes.

• Reconstructive Surgery focuses on repairing or rebuilding body structures damaged by accidents, burns, infections, tumors, or birth defects. It includes procedures such as cleft lip and palate repair, skin grafts, breast reconstruction after mastectomy, hand surgery, and scar revision. In addition, reconstructive surgery may involve microsurgery to reattach severed fingers or transfer tissue from one part of the body to another. The primary goal is to restore normal function and achieve a natural appearance, helping patients regain confidence and quality of life.
• Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Surgery, on the other hand, is aimed at improving appearance, body shape, and facial harmony. Common procedures include rhinoplasty (nose reshaping), liposuction, breast augmentation or reduction, tummy tuck, facelift, eyelid surgery, and hair transplantation. Modern advancements also include non-surgical options such as Botox, dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, and chemical peels. The main purpose of cosmetic surgery is to enhance beauty, create balance, and boost self-confidence, helping individuals look and feel their best.