Reconstructive surgery is performed to correct facial and body abnormalities caused by birth defects, trauma, disease, or aging. Usually, the goal of reconstructive surgery is to improve body function. Any type of surgery carries some risk.
Patients differ in their anatomy and their ability to heal.
There are a number of areas in plastic surgery that may be either or both reconstructive or cosmetic, depending on a patient's situation. Click here to view the Online Resources page of this web. Contact Information Copyright 2001 Methodist Health Care System, Houston, Tx. All Rights Reserved. Please read our disclaimer and privacy policy .