plastic surgery

The word "Plastic" comes from the ancient Greek word "plastikos," which means to mold or give form.

Plastic Surgery is the art and science of changing the shape of the human form. It has had its origins in the reconstruction of deformities. Skin flaps were performed in ancient India as early as 800-2000 B.C. to reconstruct nasal defects. The history has not been consistent since these times however and much of this was due to cultural pressures to not explore human anatomy. 

In contemporary times, Plastic Surgery is often thought to be synonymous with Cosmetic Surgery, although Cosmetic Surgery is a part of the greater discipline of Plastic Surgery. In the blogosphere, discussions of Cosmetic Surgery abound often as it pertains to celebrities and often in a negative light.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “plastic surgery”

• 7 Strange Plastic Surgery Procedures on MSNBC.com

  
  Celebrity Cosmetic Surgery — Authority: 121
  There is an interesting slide show on MSNBC.com listing 7 Strange Plastic Surgery Procedures . Here they are, and whether or not I perform them: 1. Cankle Lipo - I do this surgery occasionally, but there is a high risk of fluid collections and other complications. 2. Earlobe Lift - This is a surgery I perform ...
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• Cosmetic Surgery-Benefits and Risks

  
  Wish Everyone Good Health. — Authority: 464
  If you used to think that cosmetic surgery was only for the rich and famous, you have probably already noticed that today nearly everyone can take advantage of some of the techniques available. Even some teenagers are going ?under the knife? to get the look they want, whether it be a nose job, or [...]
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• Pearly Penile Papules – A Relatively Harmless But Embarassing Condition

  
  Blog Your Site — Authority: 162
  Pearly penile papules or PPP is a medical condition of the male genital organs. PPP is not malignant. PPP is known by the presence of one or several rows of bumbs, which are small, skin colored lumps, that can be found around the perimeter of the sulcus or corona of the penis. The condition is [...]
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• Plastic Surgery ? is It the Best Solution?

  
  Wish Everyone Good Health. — Authority: 464
  Earlier people felt that plastic surgery was such an operation, which was for the higher sections of the society. But nowadays the total expenditure of the surgery is very reasonable and all sections of society opt for it. Today plastic surgery is not a big deal; all that is required is a qualified surgeon.Sometimes ...
  21 hours ago

• Targeted Liposuction Procedure - How Effective Is This Procedure at Removing Unwanted Fat

  
  Today's Top Voted Bookmarks — Authority: 147
  In the past, more than a few persons who never seemed able to lose weight through traditional or even fad diets, sought medical ways to remove or reduce unsightly body fat . At one time Liposuction was thought to be the answer to an overweight persons dream. The old conventional Liposuction surgical procedure ...
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• Interesting Facts on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery

  
  Chris Abraham — Authority: 143
  According to Marginal Revolution , “ cosmetic surgery is now primarily consumed not by the rich, but by the working and lower- middle classes , sometimes even by the poor.” According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ( ASAPS ), about 1/3 of cosmetic surgery is consumed by people who make ...
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• Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck

  
  Wish Everyone Good Health. — Authority: 464
  Having tummy tuck surgery performed in Beverly Hills is part of the lifestyle of the rich and famous. It’s not by coincidence that gorgeous people blanket this city from the Hollywood Bowl to Virginia Robison Gardens. A city that is driven by fame and overindulgence of its residents. It should not be surprising ...
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• Simple Ways to Get Slim, Drop Cellulite and Increase Breast Size Without Surgery

  
  Wish Everyone Good Health. — Authority: 464
  Warning: Side effects may include increased energy, better mood, mental clarity, renewed health, and incredible self-esteem.Whether you?re struggling with that last stubborn 10-20 pounds or considering gastric bypass surgery, this article is for you! You can achieve your beautification goals naturally and easily ...
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• Aging Gracefully [Clips]

  
  Jezebel — Authority: 813
  Question: What happens when you ask 75-year-old film icon Sophia Loren how she manages to look so youthful? Answer: She laughs at you.
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• Victoria Beckham needs surgery to remove her bunions

  
  dailycelebgossip.com — Authority: 146
  The former Spice Girls star-turned-fashion designer has been advised by doctors to undergo a procedure to ease the painful condition – a deformity of the bone and joint which affects the big toe and can be extremely painful. But despite the advice, Victoria has been doing exercises and had corrective insoles put ...
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• Lisa Rinna Without Makeup

  
  StyleFrizz — Authority: 512
  That’s not supposed to be shocking in any way. Because even if she frees her face from the makeup pancake, Lisa Rinna will always have her surgical enhancements to do the talking. Lisa Rinna is a plastic surgery mutant. Against her will: “ I look like a freak ! I always said I wouldn’t change my face, but I ...
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• Silly side of plastic surgery for the iPhone

  
  In Your Face — Authority: 425
  Discussions of plastic surgery aren’t always serious or judgmental, as last week’s online “In Your Face CHAT” demonstrated. The topic was plastic surgery apps for the iPhone, specifically whether digitally altered images give patients unrealistic expectations.  A serious discussion of that topic and others ...
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• Burn injuries sharply decreasing in Delhi: study

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 725
  New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) Women in Delhi are catching up with men in an unusual field — avoiding burn injuries. A positive trend has reduced the burn injury burden by over 40 percent in the national capital.According to a fresh study carried over 17,000 patients in Delhi, the male-female divide in burn injuries is ...
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• Severe Obesity Impacts Surgical Care at All Stages

  
  Your Learning Guide In Surgery And Surgical Treatments — Authority: 120
  Severe Obesity Impacts Surgical Care at All Stages - in Surgery, General Surgery from MedPage Today
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• Megan Fox Boyfriend

  
  A Pakistan News — Authority: 595
  Megan Fox Boyfriend, Megan Fox, 23, has eight tattoos. It has even been decided that any child who dates, or to get serious, you must have a tattoo. Fox talks about his feelings, saying: “All my boyfriends are required to have one and if it does not, however, I make a tattoo of my name or my face.” The ...
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• The Anatomy of the Protruding Ear and its Otoplasty Correction

  
  Explore Plastic Surgery — Authority: 129
  The ears make up a small and often unnoticed part of the face. Since they sit way to the side of the face and are often obscured by hair, they make little impact on one’s facial appearance. Unless they have a congenital alteration of its complex cartilage structure which causes them to become visibly prominent. [...]
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• How to Eliminate Dark Circles, Wrinkles and Fine lines Around your Eyes

  
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  How to Eliminate Dark Circles, Wrinkles and Fine lines Around your Eyes Image via http://smooth-silky-skin.com/
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• Review: Nip/Tuck - Alexis Stone II

  
  TV Squad — Authority: 712
  ( S06E07 ) "Thats why we need to play dirty." - Sean Gotta give credit where credit is due -- despite the fact that Teddys story was so poorly wrapped up, Ryan Murphy and Co. crafted a helluva one-two punch to make us forget about it. At first, I was a little disappointed with the return of Erica last week , but ...
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• Breast Implant Surgery for Beauty Elevation

  
  Wish Everyone Good Health. — Authority: 464
  Breast implant surgery has been embraced by millions of women around the globe, despite the medical and social controversies surrounding the procedure. Women?s? breasts since time immemorial have been eye candy for men and a source of pride for women. No wonder, it has also been the inspiration for much beauty in ...
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