Face Deformities Surgery in Mumbai
The first thing about us that defines us differently from each other is our face- it carries our identity, emotions and expressions. sometimes due to congenital (present at birth) defects due to genetic factors or acquired later in life due to injuries, cancer, infections, burns or any underlying medical conditions. The face tends to develop changes in shape or appearance which may or may not affect functionality. These are called Facial deformities.
How does it impact an individual?
Physically – Difficulty in eating, speaking or even breathing.
Emotionally – Ongoing mental upheavals to due low confidence, back step in social interactions due to aesthetics.
Socially – They have to face jabs from insensitive people, or shunned away due to social stigma.
Treatment options:
With today’s progress in medical science in imaging, 3D printing in medicine has helped create options of Prosthetics, implants, surgical tools, etc. many facial deformities can be corrected or improved.
Treatments may include:
Surgical:
- Facial implants to augment facial structures and restore back symmetry.
- Soft tissue reconstruction like skin grafts or flaps to repair damage from trauma or burns.
- Reconstructive surgery to restore function and appearance.
- Cosmetic surgery to improve balance, symmetry and confidence in appearance.
Non-surgical:
- Considering Treatment and why does it matter?
- Treating a facial deformity is no longer just for the sake of looks or beauty. It is about restoring confidence, functionality, dignity and quality of life.
- Plastic surgery offers hope to individuals living in with such limitations due to these deformities.