{"id":1384,"date":"2018-08-24T14:22:23","date_gmt":"2018-08-24T11:22:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koronidou.com\/?p=1384"},"modified":"2026-10-06T13:59:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T10:59:30","slug":"aisthitiki-kai-epanorthotiki-plastiki-cheirourgiki-dyo-plevres-tis-idias-eidikotitas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koronidou.com\/en\/aisthitiki-kai-epanorthotiki-plastiki-cheirourgiki-dyo-plevres-tis-idias-eidikotitas\/","title":{"rendered":"Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery: Two Sides of the Same Specialty"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plastic surgery is a highly demanding medical specialty that combines science, surgical precision and an appreciation for aesthetics. Although many people primarily associate it with cosmetic procedures, the reality is that aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery are two intrinsically connected aspects of the same specialty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reconstructive plastic surgery focuses on restoring functional or anatomical problems that may arise following injuries, burns, cancer surgery, congenital abnormalities or significant weight loss. Its goal is not only to restore the appearance of the body, but also to improve functionality and the patient\u2019s quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, aesthetic plastic surgery focuses on enhancing features of the face and body, always with respect for each individual\u2019s natural appearance and uniqueness. 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