One type of plastic surgery is cosmetic surgery, which is performed to improve one’s appearance and build confidence. These procedures, however, can be complicated and sometimes have irreversible consequences. Cosmetic surgeries have gained popularity all around the world, and around 15 million surgical procedures were performed in 2013 in the United States alone.

Most surgical procedures can be performed anywhere on the body. It is advised to consider several opinions before going under the knife, as it could be quite life-changing. The outcomes of such surgical procedures are usually permanent, and it is important to second-think your decision. A respectable practitioner would advise and inform you about the effects and challenges you may face during and after the procedure.

Sometimes, surgeons may even ask their patients to attend a counseling session before the surgical procedure. This may help them gauge if the person wants the procedure due to psychological problems or because they need them. Sometimes, people could even have signs of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). This disorder causes people to feel like their looks are unbearable, while it is quite the contrary.

The following are the various types of cosmetic surgery one can get:

1. Reconstructive surgery

Reconstructive surgery is a type of plastic surgery that focuses on the improvement and functioning of the normal appearance of a particular part in an individual’s body. This is usually performed after major accidents.

2. Dermal fillers

Dermal fillers or soft tissues, such as Botox, can bring about changes in appearance. It is used on the neck and face. Dermal fillers, unlike Botox, do not freeze the face. Instead, it restores the injected area’s volume. These dermal fillers have hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs in the body naturally and is considered to make the skin plump and young. But when the body begins to age, it starts losing hyaluronic acid, causing the skin to become loose. Dermal fillers allow individuals to inject this artificially to help their cheeks and lips look fuller. Dermal fillers also reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines.

3. Chemical peels

Chemical peels, a non-invasive surgical procedure, are performed on the hands, neck, and face. Chemical peels contain various acids such as retinoic acid, salicylic acid, and glycolic acid. These peels help to exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells so that scarring, discoloration, and acne can be reduced.

4. Laser hair removal

Laser lights are utilized to remove hair via laser hair removal procedures. Hair follicles are exposed to these laser lights so that they get damaged and stop producing hair growth cells. This prevents hair from growing in the future as well. However, this treatment needs several sessions for it to be effective. This is used on the hands, underarms, legs, and sometimes on the face.