Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery Procedures in Westchester County, NY

Plastic surgery procedures fall within two categories:

Cosmetic surgery

• Performed to reshape normal structures of the body in order to improve a patient’s appearance and self-esteem
• Generally elective procedures, they are usually not covered by health insurance

Reconstructive surgery

• Performed on abnormal structures of the body caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors or disease
• Generally performed to improve bodily functions, but may also be done to approximate a more normal appearance
• Generally covered by most health insurance policies, with levels of coverage often varying greatly