Birth Defects

Reconstructive plastic surgery is performed to correct facial and body abnormalities caused by birth defects, trauma, disease, or aging.

Usually, the goal of reconstructive plastic surgery is to improve body function. However, reconstructive plastic surgery may also be performed to create a more normal appearance and improve self-esteem.

Abnormal structures of the body may result from the following:

1. Trauma
2. Infection
3. Developmental abnormalities
4. Congenital (present at birth) anomalies
5. Disease
6. Tumors