3D

Because the term “plastic surgery” comes from a Greek word meaning “to give form,” it is inherently a 3-dimensional concept.  All too often though the way we communicate about plastic surgery flattens it to a 2 dimensions. “Before and after” photos are useful but tell only part of the story. They may not adequately show, for example, the volume changes that are so important in facial rejuvenation, and in the case of breast surgery they are even more limiting.