Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgical Procedures

To the right is our Common Procedure List, with links directly to information about each procedure. This section of our website is meant to provide a general overview of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. If you are considering having plastic surgery or would like more information about a particular procedure, please call or email the office to schedule a consultation with Dr. Moraitis.

The term “plastic” or “cosmetic surgery” comes from the Greek word “plastikos”: which means “to mold.” Plastic surgery covers a variety of surgical and non surgical procedures which alter the body’s outward appearance. Procedures are used to shape certain body parts such as the breast of nose, soften the skin tone to reduce or eliminate wrinkles, and to correct problems results from accident or disease.

Plastic surgery can be divided into two major categories: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery.

Reconstructive surgery is performed on abnormal structures of the body, caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors or disease. It is generally performed to improve functions, but may also be done to approximate a normal appearance. Reconstructive surgery is generally covered by most health insurance policies, although coverage for specific procedures and levels of coverage may vary greatly.

Cosmetic surgery is performed to reshape normal structures of the body in order to improve the patient’s appearance and self-esteem. Cosmetic surgery is usually not covered by health insurance because it is elective.