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What Is A Plastic Surgeon And When Do You Need One?

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Enrina Diah, Sp.BP-RE(K) & dr. Grace Boaz, Sp. BP-RE
Ultimo Clinic — Plaza ASIA SCBD, 18th Floor, Jakarta · Last updated: 2026

SUMMARY
A plastic surgeon is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery (Sp.BP-RE) that takes care of the improvement of body shape and function—both for reconstructive purposes (e.g. B. burns, cleft lip) and aesthetic.
This article describes the definition, scope of action, when you need it, as well as the difference with aesthetic doctors.
The term “plastic surgeon " is often confused with a beautician, but the two are different. Understanding the role of a plastic surgeon helps you take the right medical decisions.
This short guide is a starting point before you dive in how to choose a plastic surgeon or the meaning of the title Sp.BP-RE.

What is a plastic surgeon?The plastic surgeon is a doctor with the title Sp.BP-RE is a specialist education to improve the shape and function of body tissues, including reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
Degree Sp.BP-RE stands for Specialist In Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. Understand more on the meaning of the title Sp.BP-RE.

What do plastic surgeons treat?Its scope is wide: reconstruction (eg. burns, cleft lip, scars, skin grafts) and aesthetic (e.g. burns, cleft lip, scars, skin grafts). rhinoplasty, facelift, sedot lemak). The focus of each doctor depends on his subspecialty.

  • Reconstructive - improve function and shape due to injury, congenital, or post-disease.
  • Aesthetic - perfecting proportions and appearance according to the needs of the patient.
  • Craniofacial - subspecialty on the head and face area (marked degree (K)).

When do you need a plastic surgeon?You need it when you need a surgical repair of form or function—for example, post-injury reconstruction, congenital correction, or aesthetic procedures that are safe for specialists to perform instead of the usual non-surgical procedures.
To understand the boundary between surgical and non-surgical measures, read difference between plastic surgeon and aesthetic doctor.

CONSULTATION TIPS
If in doubt whether your needs are surgical or non-surgical, consult a Sp doctor.BP-RE is the safest measure to assess it.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a plastic surgeon?
The plastic surgeon is Doctor Sp.BP-RE that improves the shape and function of body tissues, including reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

Are plastic surgeons just for beauty?
No. Most actually include reconstructions such as the treatment of burns, cleft lip, and scars, in addition to aesthetic procedures.

What does the title Sp.BP-RE?
Sp.BP-RE is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. The additional (K) denotes the consultant's subspecialty, e.g. craniofacial.

When is it better to see a plastic surgeon?
When you need a surgical repair of shape or function, or want to assess whether your needs require a surgical or non-surgical procedure.

How to consult?
Call WhatsApp 0813-179-7994 or call 021-5140-1118 to schedule a consultation at Ultimo Clinic, Plaza ASIA SCBD, Jakarta.

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