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What’s the Difference Between Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery?

When someone thinks of plastic surgery, they likely think of elective cosmetic surgery. That’s because plastic surgery in general has become one of the most popular medical procedures performed in the U.S. As new technologies and techniques are introduced, plastic surgery has been used to repair, rebuild, or improve areas that have been altered or damaged by injury, birth defects, disease, or aging.

Let’s take a closer look at the two types of plastic surgery.

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3 Conditions That May Require Hand Surgery

Most hand injuries and ailments can be treated through pain medication, physical therapy, or other nonsurgical strategies. However, sometimes the symptoms get so severe that they require surgery.

Hand surgery is used to treat ailments and medical conditions that affect the functioning and mobility of the hand, wrist, forearm, and shoulder. Your doctor may recommend hand surgery if your condition is severe or recurrent, or if other treatments have already been exhausted.

Here are a few conditions that may require hand surgery in order for you to find relief.

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