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The first-of-its-kind guide addresses the key issues concerning plastic surgery. The authors present straightforward, enlightening and easy-to-read facts, data and illustrations that directly address and answer questions about all aspects of plastic surgery, including why an individual has an interest or desire for plastic surgery, how to find, evaluate, and communicate with a credible provider, and what a patient can expect both physically and emotionally. From patient concerns to provider’s responsibilities to the often-overlooked topic of reconstructive surgery, this book covers the many facets of plastic surgery, and is a must-read for anyone curious about, or considering, such procedures.
• Covers the rapidly growing non-invasive segment of procedures: from discussing the safety of and dispelling the myths about Botox®, to defining the safety, scope and appropriate providers of common non-surgical treatments.
• Outlines common plastic surgery procedures and discusses the indications, techniques risks and result of each.
• Highlights industry a data from the professional societies of board certified plastic surgeons and other appropriate providers.
• Provides procedural illustrations from the American Society of Plastic-Surgeons ® patient education programs.
Contents: Plastic surgery: Definitions and desire • Plastic surgery providers • Where to begin • Paying for plastic surgery • Plastic surgery and safety • The basics of plastic surgery • Plastic surgery of the breast • A better body: Surgical body contouring • Beauty and balance: Plastic surgery to change facial structure • Looking younger: Surgical facial rejuvenation • Plastic surgery, without surgery: Minimally invasive procedures • Recovery and outcomes
ISBN - 076372632X
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Pages : 298
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