What's the Difference Between a Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon?

Question:
"What's the difference between a plastic and a cosmetic surgeon?"

Answer:
The best explanation is produced by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. We have reproduced this at DrYoho.com; click here to read more about plastic vs. cosmetic surgeons


Basically, cosmetic surgery is a field of beautification surgery. This includes eyelids, facelifts, breast enhancements including lifts and breast augmentation, and liposuction, among other surgeries. Plastic surgery also includes many other types of surgery, such as hand surgery and complex surgeries cooperating with other surgeons doing reconstruction work. Plastic surgeons typically work closely with other surgeons in hospitals to perform care on sick patients. Some of them also do Los Angeles / Fresno area cosmetic surgery.

If you want to read a comprehensive article about how to choose your surgeon, and understand just how the physician training and experience impacts the performance of various surgeries, refer to this chapter of my book on cosmetic surgery.

This is a pretty complex subject and you need to exercise some judgment and do your homework. Be sure to verify the credentials of your Los Angeles / Fresno area cosmetic surgeon, and research their methods to get a better idea of your options.