There is not a term for the addiction, but there is a recognized psychological disorder that affects some surgery addicts. It is called "body dysmorphic disorder" (BDD), and sufferers have a...
Reasons why it's called 'plastic surgery.'
It's a Greek word 'plastikos' meaning to mold or shape. Plastic surgery dates back centuries. Ancient India skin grafts were used for reconstruction...
Plastic surgery is needed for reconstruction of the shape of parts of the human body which might be affected by trauma, burns or iatrogenic causes. Also, plastic surgery can be performed for...