What is the difference between cosmetic surgery and reconstructive surgery?
Cosmetic plastic surgery is aimed at improving the aesthetics of appearance. From a medical point of view, there is no need for such an intervention, it is always a personal desire of the patient and nothing more.
Reconstructive plastic surgery, on the other hand, allows you to return both a full-fledged look and proper functioning to tissues and organs that have undergone changes due to injuries, traumas, diseases, or to eliminate defects, caused by congenital anomalies. There are always medical indications for reconstructive plastic surgery.
The aesthetic medicine center “Seline Clinic” performs both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, while specialists apply all their vast experience and professionalism in both cases. Imperfections have no place on your beautiful body!
Popular treatments
Advances in aesthetic surgery now offer a wide range of techniques that allow for highly targeted results, focusing only on the areas that need attention without affecting surrounding tissues. In the past, facelifts were a one-size-fits-all procedure, often requiring patients to undergo treatment across the entire face. This meant that if only the lower third (such as the chin or jowls) was problematic, the upper face would be treated unnecessarily.
Today, all you need to do is point out the specific area or concern you wish to address, and our specialists will provide a solution that minimizes trauma and maximizes results. With multiple options available, you’ll be guided toward the treatment best suited to your needs.
Here, we’ll explore the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed globally, all of which are offered daily at our medical center. Our experienced doctors are experts in the intricacies of each procedure, ensuring exceptional results every time.
Face
A comprehensive lifting procedure that enhances the entire face. Excess skin is removed, and the face gains clearly defined, youthful contours.
- SMAS Facelift of the Upper Third of the Face
Performed endoscopically through microscopic incisions in the scalp, this technique addresses forehead wrinkles, frown lines between the eyebrows, and crow’s feet around the eyes, delivering a refreshed, smooth appearance.
- SMAS Facelift of the Middle Third of the Face
Targets the cheeks, cheekbones, and nasolabial folds for significant rejuvenation. This procedure tightens and reduces excess skin volume. It can be done either endoscopically or using traditional surgical methods.
- SMAS Facelift of the Lower Third of the Face
Focuses on the lower jaw, chin, neck, and areas around the lips to create a youthful, sculpted look, often reversing signs of aging by 10-15 years. This procedure is performed with advanced endoscopic equipment.
- Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Eyelid surgery includes various techniques tailored to your needs:
•Upper Blepharoplasty: An invisible incision along the natural eyelid crease, removing excess skin to refresh the eyes with a more youthful appearance.
•Lower Blepharoplasty: An incision along the lash line to remove under-eye bags and dark circles, and to address the nasolacrimal groove.
•Circular Blepharoplasty: A combination of upper and lower blepharoplasty for maximum rejuvenation and transformation.
•Transconjunctive Blepharoplasty: A gentler, less invasive method that avoids external incisions by accessing the eyelids from the inner corner of the eye along the mucous membrane.
A procedure to reshape the nose, offering a more refined, harmonious profile. This includes reducing or refining the nose bridge and, in some cases, lifting the nose tip.
•Open Rhinoplasty: Ideal for correcting complex nose defects, offering the surgeon full access and control.
•Closed Rhinoplasty: A less invasive option that minimizes trauma, often used for simpler corrections.
Body
Restoring the aesthetics of the abdominal area, tummy tuck and body contouring by cutting off extra skin and eliminating excess fat. Correction of the umbilicus shape according to the new abdomen parameters. This surgery is popular among both men and women (especially after childbirth).
Correction of female breast size and shape.
It is divided into the following types:
- Mammoplasty with the installation of implants (breast augmentation)
- Breast lift with the installation of implants (elimination of ptosis and change of shape (or both shape and size)
- Breast lift without implants (elimination of ptosis)
- Reduction mammoplasty (decreasing of breast size in case of hypermastia).
The neck area is one of the first to give away our age. Platysmoplasty (surgery on neck tissues) allows you to tighten excess skin, eliminate flabbiness, get rid of the second chin.
Plastic surgery of the upper part of the hands in order to eliminate excess fat and skin. The hand area gets graceful lines, freeing itself from flabbiness and sagging skin.
The fastest way to get rid of body fat, and therefore extra pounds. The liposuction method has been verified by clinics all around the world, tested and recognized by tens of thousands of patients. Over the years, techniques have been improved, the rehabilitation period is shortened, surgeries take less time and become more effective.
Indications for plastic surgery
Plastic surgery should always be guided by clear indications, even in aesthetic cases. If a surgeon determines that there is no medical or aesthetic need for surgery, they will advise alternative treatments, such as consultations with a cosmetologist. Often, patients may perceive flaws that aren’t truly present, and one of the core principles of a skilled surgeon is to “do no harm.”
However, there are clear and legitimate reasons for pursuing plastic surgery, including:
- Age-Related Changes: Deep wrinkles, creases, sagging skin, and loss of facial contours that occur with time.
- Excess Weight: Surgery may be performed on the entire body or targeted to specific areas with concentrated fat deposits that are difficult to address through diet and exercise.
- Disproportionate Features: Imbalances in facial or body proportions, such as a disproportionately large nose, prominent ears, or a recessed chin.
- Post-Pregnancy Changes: Alterations in the body after childbirth and breastfeeding, including excess skin, abdominal fullness, or sagging breasts.
Contraindications
- Pathology of the cardiovascular system
- The tendency to form keloid scars
Preparation for surgery
The main preparation for the operation will be an examination of your body – the doctor must make sure that your body is ready for surgery and will easily cope with the recovery period after the intervention. You will be assigned the following tests:
All these tests can be completed in 1 day, it does not take much time.
In addition to the above, doctors recommend giving up alcohol and smoking and stop taking blood thinners. Tell us about all possible allergic reactions and the medications you are taking.
Also, do not forget about the psychological preparation, a positive attitude and the absence of strong fear are very important. Remember that there is nothing to worry about, you are in the hands of professionals, and very soon you will enjoy the long-awaited result.
Postoperative period and recovery
After your procedure, you’ll be provided with a comfortable private room and meals from one of Dubai’s finest restaurants.
Most of our patients experience minimal discomfort, but should you feel the need, we will administer anesthesia at your request.
Your doctor will conduct regular check-ups to monitor your recovery. Typically, you will be discharged within one to several days, accompanied by a detailed set of instructions for aftercare. It’s important to follow these recommendations carefully, including taking any prescribed pain relievers, antibiotics, or other medications.
From selecting your surgeon to the final stages of rehabilitation, we remain in close contact with you throughout your entire recovery journey. Feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or observations.
About choosing a clinic and a surgeon
When choosing a clinic and a surgeon, pay attention to the feedback from patients – this is always the best indicator. Choose a clinic that has all licenses for surgical activities and is ready to provide you with the necessary documentation upon your first request.
A plastic surgeon should have extensive experience in performing such operations and know all the nuances. For more clarity, you can consult with several specialists.
Stages of the operation
1. Choosing a clinic and a specialist
2. Consultation with a surgeon and an anesthesiologist
3. The preparatory process
4. Anesthesia (it is general anesthesia most over the time). The anesthesiologist continuously monitors all indicators
5. The surgical process itself – depending on the operation, the manipulations always differ
6. Suturing (in most cases with self-absorbable threads)
7. Soft awakening
8. Check-up the next day, and sometimes subsequent check-ups for several days
9. Discharge, recommendations from a doctor
10. Rehabilitation period
Qualifications and experts
The center for aesthetic medicine “Seline” has an impeccable reputation, and this speaks for itself. We have built a team of great specialists and provide high-quality service for our patients. Any plastic surgery is a completely routine manipulation for our doctors, who have mastered all the nuances.
All plastic surgeons of the clinic have a first-class education and vast experience in this field.
Of course, our staff is ready to provide you with any certificates and licenses on demand.
The advantages of “Seline” also refer to the respect for privacy. We strictly observe medical confidentiality, protect your data, and provide a service access if necessary. Just let us know if it's needed.
Location
For your convenience, our aesthetic medicine center is located in an area with excellent transport accessibility – Jumeirah Road, Umm Suqeim First. You can easily and quickly reach us from anywhere in Dubai, without wasting precious time on the road.
Prices
The cost of plastic surgery varies greatly. See the current prices on the Price page or check with the administrators.
Discounts and promotions
We regularly organize promotions, contests, and special offers for both new and regular patients. Follow the updates on our website and social networks to fulfill your dream on the most favorable terms!
We are waiting for you at Seline Clinic to fulfill your dreams! We will do whatever we can to make this journey easy, fast and enjoyable for you.
