Procedures Overview

ASPS is unable to inform patients of which members perform which procedure. It is best to contact member surgeons in your area and ask if they perform the procedure you require.

Reconstructive Surgery

Reconstructive surgery is used to improve or correct areas of the body damaged by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma or injury, infection, tumours or disease. It is generally performed to improve function, but may also be done to help restore a normal appearance. 

Reconstructive surgery is generally covered by most health insurance policies, although coverage for specific procedures and levels of coverage can vary greatly.

Cosmetic Surgery

Cosmetic surgery is performed to reshape structures of the body in order to improve the patient's appearance. 

Cosmetic surgery procedures are usually not covered by health insurance.

You can view both Cosmetic and Reconstructive procedures in ASPS 3D animations feature.

The Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons has new 3D patient education animations to help patients better understand the procedures they are considering.  Please click the link below the image to view various plastic surgery procedures.

View 3D Procedures

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