Added By admin on August 14th, 2009
(PRLEAP.COM) SAN DIEGO, Calif., August 14, 2009 – When thinking about plastic surgery, what comes to mind are liposuction, tummy tucks, facelifts, injectables and other cosmetic procedures. But plastic surgery is more than just an aesthetic pursuit. Reconstructive plastic surgery procedures are also an important part of the mix.
Approximately 4.9 million reconstructive procedures were performed in 2008, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. That is why Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery is expanding its coverage of these potentially life-saving reconstructive procedures, with new articles on three of the most common types: hand surgery, cleft repair surgery and skin cancer surgery. More
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Added By admin on June 25th, 2009
June 25, 2009, An Abdominoplasty, known more commonly as a “tummy tuck,” is a major surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdomen wall.
The procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. But bear in mind, it does produce a permanent scar, which, depending on the extent of the original problem and the surgery required to correct it, can extend from hip to hip. If you’re considering abdominoplasty, this will give you a basic understanding of the procedure – when it can help, how it’s performed, and what results you can expect. More
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