Behind the Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon's Mask [Paperback]

Troi Martin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 13, 2005

Some interviewers are calling the slim hardback a 'tell-all,' but to Troi Martin, it's just the facts. And while Martin encourages people to have plastic surgery, her book is loaded with cautionary tales, out-of-control egos and anecdotes that, while humorous, might make a person interested in pursuing plastic surgery think twice. The book itself doesn't talk about procedures specifically; rather it focuses on the characteristics of the professionals who work in the field. It's easy to understand how plastic surgeons fall prey to greed, she said. In this day and age where movie-star good looks and youth are glorified, people line up for a nip and a tuck. The ever-increasing demand for their services allows successful surgeons to make enormous amounts of money, and there is a temptation to sacrifice a patient's well-being in pursuit of the almighty dollar. Martin said it is common for surgeons to perform up to eight procedures in a day, with patients toward the end of the day unaware of the doctors' caseload. As a result, doctors may be hurried and tired. This over-scheduling can contribute to a doctor being rougher with patients or even more prone to make mistakes as he tires.

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About the Author

"Miss Troi" Martin, an Image Consultant and Licensed Cosmetologist, has professional experience in the medical industry for over 20 years. "Miss Troi" is a Surgical Technician and has been a member of the Association of PLastic Surgery Assistants for many years. Owning and operating day spas and catering to plastic surgeons and their clients has given "Miss Troi" a vast insight into the ongoing evolution of the "Beauty Industry."

Product Details

• Paperback: 82 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing; First Edition edition (May 13, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1419605259
• ISBN-13: 978-1419605253
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,565,787 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars And you thought *doctors* were Goniffs!!, March 1, 2006

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Yennta (L.A., CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Behind the Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon's Mask (Paperback)

This is a total cheat. A self aggrandizing load of bull with no useful info except a bit on how long recovery takes --- which anybody browsing plastic surgery sites or talking to patients can find out. The rest is all little personal anecodotes: "my life as a cosmetic guru." Stupid doctors, smart doctors, stupid office staff, smart etc. Not particularly well written and sketchy. And really, really short. I kept looking for the "meat." Got to the end and there was nothing there.

14 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Class Act, October 28, 2005

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Surgical Tech (Chicago) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Behind the Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon's Mask (Paperback)

The Author has worked with Plastic Surgeons for over 20 years, I have only worked with them for 5 years. I believe this author was right on when describing the charaters of these Doctors. I found this book humorous yet informative. Coming from the inside of the Plastic Surgery world I would reccommend this book to anyone, weather you are interested in Plastic Surgery or not. The Author has been very candid about her personal and professional experiences with Plastic Surgeons and Staff, yet respectful.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Still a highly valuable publication, January 5, 2007

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Sarah in Danville - See all my reviews

This review is from: Behind the Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon's Mask (Paperback)

Even though this book has been out a couple of years, it was recently recommended to three women who were considering plastic surgery. Within a day of reading the book, all 3 of them cancelled their surgery with the same doctor. Troi Martin has done a great service by exposing the "underbelly" of this profession. While we must all make our own decisions it is most helpful to have the "insider" info! Certainly none of the surgeons themselves are inclined to honesty...they are only inclined to their bank accounts. Thank you Miss Martin for bringing to light things we would otherwise never have known! It is better to know ahead of time rather than dealing with devastation later.