One typical misconception surrounding the subject of
aesthetic procedures is that plastic and cosmetic surgery are one or the same;
this is actually not true. Regarding on its purpose, these procedures are
destined to serve different patients.
While cosmetic surgery is focused on the embellishment of
the body, plastic surgery is actually destined to repair defects and
reconstruct a normal function or appearance.
For example, some of the procedures that cosmetic surgery
includes are breast enhancement, face and body contouring and rejuvenation, to
name a few.
Plastic surgery on the other side includes breast
reconstruction, burn repair, congenital defect correction, hand surgery, and
more.
What make these differences important? The reason why a patient
should have this information is because each of these categories requires a separate
certification. In other words, the type of surgery you want will determine the
certification your surgeon should have in order to provide you with the
performance and professionalism you need.
It is important to notice that plastic surgery includes a
small portion of cosmetic surgery, but with a different approach. This situation
may result in plastic doctors promoting themselves also as cosmetic or practicing
cosmetic surgeries when they are not qualified to do so. They take advantage of
this misinformation from their customers, placing them in risky situations or
delivering undesired results.
Knowing the necessary facts about plastic and cosmetic
certifications will also provide you with an advantage in the legal area, in
case you would have to do something about it.
The best surgeon you should hire is one with both
credentials, as you will be able to work with a more prepared and trained
doctor. Also take in consideration the years of experience the medic has, and
the installations where he performs at. Dr. Manuel Gutiérrez has both
credentials and is fully qualified to perform all your surgery needs. With more
than 20 years of experience on both fields and state of the art facilities, he
is a surgeon professionally ready to give you the best advice, plus a safe and
personalized care.
Remember to always ask your doctor any questions or
concerns you may have. All this information and your good judgment will help
you find the right person for the right procedure.
