Medical dictionary

What is a brow lift? A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift or browplasty, is a cosmetic procedure to combat sagging brows, which can give the face an older or tired look. The procedure can provide a rejuvenated appearance of the forehead and the brow and eye area.   Why is a brow lift done? As we age, the forehead area naturally begins to move down because the skin and s

What are burns? Burns are injuries to the skin and other tissues of the body that can happen to anyone. They develop following contact or exposure to agents such as the sun, heat, electricity, radiation, certain chemicals, or objects and other substances of a high temperature. Burns can be mild to very severe, causing symptoms that range from mild discomfort to excruciating pain. Scalds

What is buttock augmentation?   Buttock augmentation is a type of aesthetic surgical procedure that has become more popular in recent years. Many people are unhappy with the appearance of their body and one particular area that has been receiving more attention in recent times is the buttocks. Some people feel that this part of their body has lost its aesthetic appeal, due to a los

What is a buttocks lift?A buttocks lift is a procedure intended to correct buttocks ptosis (more commonly referred to as a saggy bum/butt), which occurs with ageing, after pregnancy or after substantial weight loss, and confers a “squarish” appearance to the buttocks. The purpose of this treatment —usually performed under sedation— is therefore to restore the original position and at the same time

What are calf implants?The aesthetics of your calves depend on the shape and size of the calf muscle, which can vary greatly from person to person. Calf implants are silicone prosthetics that adjust the calves by producing enhancements to volume and proportion, mimicking the shape of real calf muscle. Why are calf implants considered?Genetics or muscle wastage due to illness can lead to under

What is capsular contracture?   Capsular contracture arises when the body detects a foreign object inside the body and begins to create fibrous scar tissue in self-defence. It surrounds the foreign object like a capsule in order to barricade it from the body and eventually, it tightens and can become quite painful. Capsular contracture is a common complication of breast implants. Thi

What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition which causes numbness, tingling, or pain in the hand. It is a common condition which occurs due to compression of the median nerve in the wrist, which runs down the carpal tunnel, a narrow passage on the side of the wrist. The nerve controls movement in the thumb, and fingers except the little finger. What are the symp

What is cellulite? Cellulite is characterised by the appearance of lumpy and dimpled skin on the thighs, hips, buttocks and other areas of the body where there are areas of subcutaneous fat – the layer of fat that lies just under the skin. It’s more common in women due to the higher distribution of fat in the female body. There are three categories o

Children’s plastic surgery is a sub-specialty of plastic surgery that focuses on children. The sub-specialty treats both common and complex conditions and malformations that affect children, and may be treated or corrected by plastic surgery, allowing them to function at the highest level.   What conditions are children’s plastic surgery used for?   Children&