laser-assisted liposuction is a minimally invasive fat-removal procedure that uses laser energy to help loosen or liquefy fat before it is removed. It is performed through very small incisions using a thin cannula (tube) that delivers laser energy and may also suction fat out. It is most commonly used in cosmetic body contouring and may be used selectively in reconstructive contexts. It aims to improve contour rather than treat overall weight or obesity.

ultrasound-assisted liposuction is a liposuction method that uses ultrasound energy to help loosen fat before it is removed. It is a surgical body-contouring procedure performed through small incisions with a cannula (thin tube). It is commonly used in cosmetic surgery and, in selected cases, reconstructive body contouring.

power-assisted liposuction is a form of liposuction that uses a motorized cannula to help remove fat. The cannula moves with small, rapid strokes while suction removes fatty tissue through tiny incisions. It is used most commonly in cosmetic body contouring to reshape areas with stubborn fat. It can also be used in select reconstructive settings where fat removal or contour refinement is needed.

tumescent liposuction is a liposuction technique that uses a large volume of dilute fluid injected into fatty tissue before fat removal. The fluid makes the targeted area firm and swollen (“tumescent”) and provides local anesthesia and vessel constriction. Fat is then removed through small incisions using a thin tube (cannula) attached to suction. It is commonly used in cosmetic body contouring and can also be used in select reconstructive settings.

liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes selected pockets of body fat using suction. It is used to reshape body contours rather than to treat general obesity. It is most commonly performed for cosmetic body contouring, and it also has reconstructive applications in selected cases. It typically involves small skin incisions and a thin tube (cannula) to aspirate fat.

male breast reduction is a procedure (or set of procedures) used to reduce excess breast tissue and/or fat on the male chest. It is most commonly performed to treat gynecomastia (enlarged male breast tissue) and improve chest contour. It may be done for cosmetic reasons, functional comfort, or reconstruction after certain medical conditions. The exact technique varies depending on whether the fullness is primarily gland, fat, or a combination.

gynecomastia surgery is a procedure to reduce enlarged male breast tissue. It typically removes glandular tissue, fatty tissue, and sometimes excess skin from the chest. It is used most often for cosmetic contouring and symmetry, and sometimes for reconstructive goals. The exact technique depends on anatomy, tissue type, and clinician preference.

tuberous breast correction is a set of plastic surgery techniques used to reshape breasts affected by tuberous (constricted) breast anatomy. It aims to expand and re-form the breast base, improve breast shape, and address nipple–areola appearance when needed. It is used in cosmetic surgery and can also be part of reconstructive care, depending on the patient’s goals and situation. The exact surgical plan varies by clinician and case.

nipple reduction is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of the nipple. It can decrease nipple height (projection), width (diameter), or both. It is used most often in cosmetic breast surgery and sometimes in reconstructive care. The goal is to reshape the nipple while preserving a natural-looking position and contour.

areola reduction is a surgical procedure that decreases the diameter of the areola (the pigmented skin around the nipple). It is commonly performed for cosmetic goals such as size reduction or improved symmetry. It can also be used in reconstructive settings, including after breast surgery or chest reconstruction. The procedure typically removes a ring of areolar skin and closes the edge to create a smaller areola.

Capsular contracture repair is a surgical approach to treat a tightened scar capsule that forms around a breast implant. It aims to improve firmness, shape distortion, discomfort, or implant displacement caused by that capsule. It is used in cosmetic breast augmentation and in reconstructive breast surgery after mastectomy. The exact method varies by clinician and case.

implant revision is a procedure to change, correct, or remove a previously placed implant. It may involve replacing the implant, repositioning it, or adjusting surrounding tissues. It is commonly performed in cosmetic surgery and also in reconstructive surgery. The goal is to address concerns with appearance, comfort, function, or implant-related complications.

implant exchange is a surgical procedure that removes an existing implant and replaces it with a new implant. It is most commonly discussed in breast surgery, but the concept can apply to other implanted devices. It may be performed for cosmetic goals, reconstructive needs, or both. The operation may also include adjustments to the implant pocket or surrounding capsule to improve fit and position.

en bloc capsulectomy is a surgical technique that removes a breast implant and the surrounding scar tissue capsule in one intact piece. The capsule is not intentionally opened during removal, with the goal of keeping the implant and capsule together. It is used in cosmetic breast implant surgery and in reconstructive breast surgery. It is one specific form of “capsulectomy,” which broadly means removal of the implant capsule.

capsulectomy is a surgical procedure that removes some or all of the scar tissue “capsule” that forms around an implant. It is most commonly discussed in breast implant surgery, but a capsule can form around other implanted medical devices as well. The goal is to address problems related to the capsule, the implant, or both. It is used in cosmetic surgery and reconstructive surgery, depending on the patient’s situation.

breast implant removal is a surgical procedure to take out one or both breast implants. It may be done with or without removing the surrounding scar tissue capsule. It is used in cosmetic breast surgery and in reconstructive breast care after mastectomy. It can be performed alone or combined with reshaping procedures to adjust breast contour.

reduction mammoplasty is a surgical procedure that reduces breast size by removing breast tissue and skin. It also reshapes the breast and typically repositions the nipple–areola complex to fit the new breast contour. It is used in cosmetic surgery to change breast proportion and in reconstructive settings to improve comfort and function. The exact technique and extent of reduction vary by anatomy, goals, and clinician approach.

breast reduction is a surgical procedure that reduces breast size by removing breast tissue and skin. It also reshapes the breast and typically repositions the nipple–areola complex to match the new breast shape. It is used in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. The goal is to better balance breast size with the person’s body and symptoms.

mastopexy is a surgical breast lift that reshapes and repositions the breast tissue and nipple-areola complex. It is used to address breast droop (ptosis) and changes in breast shape over time. mastopexy is most commonly performed in cosmetic surgery, and it can also be used in reconstructive contexts. It does not inherently increase breast volume, although it may be combined with other procedures that do.

A breast lift is a surgical procedure that reshapes and raises the breast by repositioning tissue and removing excess skin. It is also called **mastopexy** in clinical settings. It is commonly used in **cosmetic surgery** and may also be used in **reconstructive and symmetrizing** contexts. It focuses on breast position and shape rather than substantially changing breast volume (though volume can be adjusted with other procedures).