Aesthetic

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Aesthetic

Aesthetic (pronounced: es-thet-ik) is a term that is used in various fields such as philosophy, art, and medicine. It is derived from the Greek word "aisthetikos", which means "perceptive". In the medical field, it is often used to refer to the branch of medicine that involves improving an individual's physical appearance.

Etymology

The term "aesthetic" is derived from the Greek word "aisthetikos", which means "perceptive". It was first used in the 18th century to refer to a philosophical theory about beauty and taste. In the 19th century, it began to be used in the medical field to refer to procedures that are done to improve an individual's physical appearance.

Related Terms

  • Dermatology: This is the branch of medicine that deals with the skin and its diseases. It includes both medical and surgical aspects. Some dermatologists also perform aesthetic procedures.
  • Plastic Surgery: This is a surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. It can be divided into two main categories: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery.
  • Reconstructive Surgery: This is a type of plastic surgery that is done to restore the function and normal appearance of body parts that have been damaged due to injury, disease, or birth defects.

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