Q- What procedures are considered reconstructive surgery?
Ans- The line between cosmetic and reconstructive surgery can sometimes be blurred.
Generally, reconstructive surgery improves both appearance and health. Some examples of
reconstructive surgery include:
Tumor Removal
- Laceration Repair
- Scar Revision
- Hand Surgery
- Breast Reduction<
- Breast Reconstruction (Following surgical breast cancer treatment)
- Burn Care - Reconstructive Rhinoplasty (to improve nose air flow)
- Eyelid Surgery (to improve field of vision)
Q- What benefits does Reconstructive surgery provide?
Ans- Medically necessary reconstructive surgery provides obvious health benefits .
But even reconstructive surgery considered optional can help patients rid themselves of
physical abnormalities. Reconstructive surgery has also been known to provide patients with
higher self-esteem and confidence.
Q- Who is a good candidate for Reconstructive surgery?
Ideal patients for reconstructive surgery have realistic expectations and a good
understanding of the procedure. Typically reconstructive surgery patients fall into one of two groups.
The first group consists of those born with an undesired condition such as webbed or extra
fingers, a cleft-lip or abnormally developing breasts. In the second group are those who
developed abnormalities through an accident, disease or even age.
Q- Does Reconstructive surgery have possible risks and complications?
Ans- All surgeries have risks. The specific risks will vary based on the particular reconstructive
surgery performed. In general, reconstructive surgery poses a low risk of infection, problems
related to anesthesia, excessive bleeding, bruising, slowed healing of the wound and additional
surgical problems. Potential complications increase based on the patient's personal health history.
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