plastic surgery

• Especialidad médica que incluye la restauración, reconstrucción o modificación del cuerpo humano, realizada a menudo con fines estéticos o reconstructivos.

A medical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body, often performed for cosmetic or reconstructive purposes.

1. Reconstructive surgeryB2formal

   Surgical procedures performed to repair or restore the form and function of body parts, often after injury, disease, or birth defects.

   Cirugía reconstructiva

   • He underwent plastic surgery to repair the damage from the accident.
   • Reconstructive plastic surgery helped restore her hand's mobility.
   • The hospital specializes in plastic surgery for burn victims.

2. Cosmetic surgeryB2formal

   Surgical procedures performed to enhance or alter a person's appearance for aesthetic reasons.

   cirugía estética

   • Many people choose plastic surgery to change their nose shape.
   • She decided to have plastic surgery to reduce wrinkles.
   • Cosmetic plastic surgery is becoming increasingly popular worldwide.