The Smart Woman's Guide to Plastic Surgery, Updated Second Edition - Softcover

Loftus, Jean M. M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071494197 ISBN 13: 9780071494199

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2007

Synopsis

Intelligent Answers and Essential Advice from a World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon

From reality shows to celebrity gossip magazines, it seems everyone is talking about plastic surgery. But how do you know if it's right for you, and how can you get the best results? The Smart Woman's Guide to Plastic Surgery cuts through the media hype and gives you real answers on the most popular procedures, including what to ask surgeons during consultations, possible risks, how to plan and pay for surgery, and how to speed physical and emotional recovery. Whether you're considering breast augmentation, a tummy tuck, or a facelift, this book will help you:

• Get the best results from any procedure
• Ensure a safe and speedy recovery
• Protect yourself from dangerous procedures
• Prepare for hidden costs and fees

About this title

From the Publisher:

With remarkable clarity, precision, and depth, Dr. Jean M. Loftus, a board certified plastic surgeon, explains exactly what cosmetic plastic surgery can and cannot accomplish. Written in an inviting and understandable style, these are just some of the issues the book confronts: The hidden costs of cosmetic surgery and how to uncover them; Telltale signs that indicate you have had cosmetic surgery, and how to get your surgeon to avoid them; How to avoid everyday medications that can ruin your results or lengthen your recovery; The difference between lasers, chemical peels, and dermabrasion - and how to determine which one is most appropriate in your case; Different techniques for facelifts and eyelid surgery, and why some work better than others; The newest procedures such as Botox and ultrasonic liposuction - are they really better than the old standards?; How to tell if you need liposuction or a tummy tuck, and what is involved in each; The facts about silicone gel breast implants and why only saline implants are now available; The truth about cellulite, thigh lifts, spider veins, age spots, permanent makeup; and just about everything else available in the cosmetic plastic surgery arena.

About the Author:

Jean Loftus, M.D., is a nationally recognized plastic surgeon with a world-renowned practice, Loftus Plastic Surgery Center, located outside of Cincinnati. Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Loftus has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, “Today,” “The View,” and “Dateline NBC” as an expert on plastic surgery.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0071494197
• ISBN 13: 9780071494199
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 320