AI-supported plastic surgery planning: Is technology changing the plastic surgery landscape?
Artificial intelligence is making its way into plastic surgery by helping streamline workflows, enhance patient education, and personalize aftercare—though it’s not replacing the surgeon’s expertise. Dr. Karen Horton cautions that AI-generated before‑and‑after images can set unrealistic expectations, and she stresses the importance of maintaining confidentiality, informed consent, and the irreplaceable human touch in patient care.