To the right is a list of procedures
Dr. Atwood performs. Before and after photos may be viewed in
the privacy of our office
Plastic or cosmetic surgery actually
covers a variety of procedures which alter the body's outward
appearance. Procedures are used to shape certain body parts
such as the breast or
nose, soften skin tone to reduce or eliminate
wrinkles, and to correct problems resulting from accident or
disease.
The term plastic surgery comes from
the Greek word "plastikos" which means "to
mold". Plastic surgery procedures as we know it today were
carried out in 100 BC, and were primarily attempts to restore
normal
form to body parts that had been altered due to injury or war. Plastic surgical procedures can be divided into two major
categories: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery.
Reconstructive surgery involves the
restoration of function or form to body parts that have been damaged
as a result of injury, disease, or congenital defects.
Reconstructive plastic surgery requires technical as well as
artistic skills.
Cosmetic surgery is done to enhance
the body's appearance. It allows one to have the cosmetic
appearance that is in harmony with how they feel in their heart. An
example of this would be an older woman who feels young at heart. A
younger rejuvenated face will allow the proper expression of how she
feels.
