Best Plastic Surgeon in Ahmedabad​

Thinking of undergoing plastic surgery but confused about which hospital to trust? Researched several plastic surgery hospitals near you but aren’t getting a satisfactory answer from anyone? Backed by 16+ years of experience, Tirtham Surgical Hospital has a team of surgeons who are experts in performing plastic surgeries and guaranteeing the results you desire.

Expert Plastic Surgeon in Ahmedabad

Plastic Surgery

Dr. Alpesh Patel has dedicated over 16 years to serving the people of Ahmedabad, performing transformative surgeries that have changed many lives. Leading a team of experts, he is committed to providing you with mental and emotional support throughout your treatment journey with them. 

Start your journey to recovery by reaching out to us today.

What is Plastic Surgery?

Plastic surgery focuses on improving how someone looks and fixing problems with facial and body tissues. These problems might be due to illness, injuryies, or conditions present from birth.

Plastic surgery helps to restore and improve both function and appearance. It can be performed on almost any part of the body except the brain and spinal cord.

In simple terms, plastic surgery can help people look better and fix body issues caused by various conditions.

Types of Plastic Surgeries

Head, face, and eyes

  • Facelift
  • Brow/forehead lift
  • Eyelid lift
  • Ear pinning
  • Ear reshaping
  • Hair replacement surgery
  • Nasal surgery
  • Nose reshaping
  • Chin, cheek, or jaw reshaping / facial implants
  • Lip augmentation
  • Cleft lip and cleft palate
  • Craniosynostosis (craniofacial anomaly)


Mouth and teeth

  • Oral and maxillofacial surgery


Breasts

  • Breast augmentation
  • Breast reconstruction
  • Breast reduction in men with gynecomastia
  • Breast lift


Abdomen

  • Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)
  • Liposuction


Hand and upper limb

  • Chase Hand & Upper Limb Center


Skin

  • Chemical peel
  • Dermabrasion / dermaplaning
  • Collagen/fat injectable fillers
  • Botox/filler injections (restylane, radiesse)
  • Glycolic peels
  • Laser peels
  • Vein removal
  • Scar revision
  • Tattoo removal

Why is Plastic Surgery Performed?

Some reasons in why doctors opt for plastic surgery include:

  • Treating skin problems like skin cancer, scars, burns, birthmarks, and removing tattoos.
  • Reshaping facial bones.
  • Correcting birth defects, such as an unusual outer ear shape, cleft palate, and cleft lip.

Why do Doctors Perform Ureter Surgery?

If you experience pain when you urinate or suspect kidney stones, your doctor may recommend a ureteroscopy (ureter surgery). 

This procedure helps find and sometimes correct issues in your urinary system. It’s typically done if you have kidney stones blocking your ureter.

A urologist, who specializes in urinary tract diseases might also suggest a ureteroscopy if they suspect abnormalities like polyps, tumors, or unusual tissues anywhere in your urinary tract.

Your doctor may also order additional tests if they suspect a urinary tract infection or other related problems, such as:

  • Urine test to check for signs of infection.
  • CT scan to detect kidney stones and determine their size and location.
  • MRI to provide detailed images of your kidneys, bladder, and surrounding organs.

How is Plastic Surgery Performed?

Plastic surgery isn’t a one-size-fits-all procedure. There are various techniques used to perform plastic surgeries. Some of them include:

1) Endoscopic Surgery

  • What it is: Uses an endoscope, a thin tube with a tiny camera and light.
  • How it works: The endoscope is inserted through a small cut in the skin, and the surgeon watches the camera feed on a screen to guide the surgery. Instruments for the surgery are inserted through separate small cuts.


2)Flap Surgery

  • What it is: Moves healthy, live tissue from one part of the body to another.
  • Uses: For areas that need skin, fat, muscle, or bone support.
  • Types of flap surgery:
  • Local Flap: The tissue next to the wound is still attached at one end for blood supply.
  • Regional Flap: Tissue with a specific blood vessel attached.
  • Bone/Soft Tissue Flap: Moves bone and skin to a new location.
  • Musculocutaneous Flap: Moves muscle and skin, used for bulk and blood supply, often for breast reconstruction.


3) Microvascular Free Flap

Detaches and reattaches skin and blood vessels using microsurgery.

  • Laser Technology
  • What it is: Uses lasers for surgery.
  • Uses: Minimizes bleeding, bruising, and scarring.
  • Types: Different lasers are used based on the surgery’s purpose and location.
  • Consultation: A doctor will help decide the best laser option for your needs.


4)Skin Grafts

  • What it is: Covers damaged or missing skin by transplanting healthy skin from one part of the body (donor site) to another.
  • Types of skin grafts
  • Split-Thickness Skin Graft: Treats burns and non-weight-bearing areas using surface layers of skin.
  • Full-Thickness Skin Graft: Treats deep wounds and weight-bearing areas using all skin layers, including blood vessels.


5)Tissue Expansion

  • What it is: Involves inserting a balloon-like device under the skin.
  • How it works: The balloon is gradually filled with liquid to stretch the skin over time.
  • Purpose: Grows extra skin to repair nearby damaged areas.

These techniques allow plastic surgeons to provide tailored treatments, ensuring effective and personalized care for each patient’s needs.

FAQ

Who is the best plastic surgery doctor near me?
The expert surgeons at Tirtham Surgical Hospital provide the highest quality plastic surgery treatments.
Cosmetic surgery is performed to improve appearance, while reconstructive surgery is done to repair defects or damage caused by injury, disease, or birth defects.

Common cosmetic procedures include: 

  • Breast augmentation, 
  • Liposuction, 
  • Rhinoplasty (nose job), 
  • Facelifts, and 
  • Tummy tucks.
Yes, as with any surgery, there are risks including infection, scarring, and complications from anesthesia.
To choose a qualified plastic surgeon near you, look for a board-certified plastic surgeon with experience in the specific procedure you want, and check their credentials and patient reviews.
Plastic surgery can reduce the appearance of scars, but complete removal is often not possible.
Plastic surgery can reduce the appearance of stretch marks, but complete removal is difficult.
Final results can take several months to become fully apparent as swelling subsides and tissues heal.
Many people report improved self-esteem and confidence after plastic surgery, but results can vary.
Follow your surgeon’s instructions, which may include stopping smoking, avoiding certain medications, and arranging for post-surgery care.
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