Plastic surgery covers a wide range of subspecialties, all of which focus on restoring physical function or appearance. In addition to reconstructive and cosmetic (or aesthetic) — which represent the ...

A newly discovered cell type could transform how plastic surgeries are performed—from facial reconstructions to nose jobs. Cartilage transplants are central to many procedures, being used to fix cleft ...

Plastic surgery is becoming more popular in many parts of the US. You can get it if you want to feel more confident about a body part you were insecure about before. Some procedures make it easier to ...

There are different types of plastic surgery, and Medicare may pay for elective procedures under specific circumstances. This article looks at when Medicare may approve plastic surgery costs, when ...

Having cosmetic surgery is a growing practice among teens. There is general debate about the appropriateness of cosmetic surgery in teens and whether they truly understand the risks involved. Medscape ...

Plastic surgery today extends far beyond the pursuit of appearance. Advances in technique, patient safety, reconstruction, and personalized treatment are changing what skilled surgeons can achieve, ...