Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Atchison has been serving the Kearney, Nebraska area in both reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery for almost 20 years.

Reconstructive Surgery

Reconstructive surgery is performed to treat parts of the body affected aesthetically or functionally by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors or disease. It is generally done to improve function and ability, but may also be performed to achieve a more typical appearance of the affected area. Reconstructive surgery is generally covered by most health insurance policies, although coverage for specific procedures and levels of coverage may vary greatly.

Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic plastic surgery includes surgical and nonsurgical procedures that enhance and reshape areas of the body to improve appearance and confidence. Healthy individuals with a positive outlook and realistic expectations are appropriate candidates for cosmetic procedures. Plastic surgery is a personal choice and should be done for yourself, not to meet someone else’s expectations or to try to fit an ideal image. Because it is elective, cosmetic surgery is usually not covered by health insurance.