Surgery Helpline
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Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is surgery to reshape the nose. It can make the nose larger or smaller; change the angle of the nose in relation to the upper lip; alter the tip of the nose; or correct bumps, indentations, or other defects in the...

Face-lift (rhytidectomy)
A face-lift is the most extensive way to remove or reduce the appearance of wrinkles and sagging of the face caused by age. The skin is literally lifted off the face so that the skin and the tissues beneath can be tightened and the...

Cosmetic Surgery and Procedures
What are cosmetic surgery and procedures?Cosmetic surgery and procedures change, restore, or enhance your appearance. There are many reasons for wanting to change or enhance your looks. If you have had burns or other injuries, were...

Shoulder replacement surgery
Joint replacement involves surgery to replace the ends of bones in a damaged joint. This surgery creates new joint surfaces.In shoulder replacement surgery, doctors replace the ends of the damaged upper arm bone (humerus) and usually...

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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Surgeons can reshape the appearance of body parts through cosmetic surgery.