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Cosmetic Surgery: Before, Between and After

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I bought this book because the reviews were so glowing. The information may be valuable, however, the prose is so dense, redundant and sprinkled with new-age philosophy/silliness that I find it hard to slog through. In fact, her style is so "California" it verges on satire, like something a character from the Steve Martin/Sarah Jessica Parker "L.A. Story" would have written.

There is some good information in this book and I wish this book had been accepted by a respected publisher. A professional editing job would have been able to cast out the chaff from the wheat and readers would have been spared all the distracting and self-indulgent flourishes (is it important to know how much she likes keeping a *spiral* journal using *rolling ball writer* pens?).

I purchased your book about a year ago in preparation for a facelift and eyelift. I finally had the surgeries four days ago, and your information has been -- and continues to be -- a lifesaver! Even my own sister, who had this kind of surgery a few years ago, was not as informative as you have been. I still have a way to go with healing and such, but...it all would have been much, much harder without your book!

Great book for those contemplating a facelift, but this book doesn't really cover any other operations. I could have done without the "choice" words in it also!!

Your honest, straightforward and very funny book "Cosmetic Surgery: Before, Between and After" was an invaluable tool as I researched, underwent, and recovered from my recent neck lift. Both your book and your post-op Survival Kit helped demystify the whole process. I read and re-read your book several times. I used it for "cramming" the night before my surgery and it was awesome! There are people you like and trust on sight, you are one of them. If you are reading this and needing some REAL help...buy this book and tell your friends.

This book makes you stop and think what you do on a daily basis and what you will have to change after surgery to get the results you want. It is so detailed and so specific that it cuts down on many questions from patients regarding post-op care....I know, I field the calls. A great foundation for how to prepare mentally, physically and emotionally for surgery as well as your recovery, while always being realistic. Those of us who know the importance of following instructions are using this book as a bible!

Susan Gail has written a user friendly guide to having facial cosmetic surgery. She fills in the gaps between what her doctor told her and what she really needed to know to take care of herself , all the practical details. How does one look, eat, bathe, sleep, cope, and survive the few days and weeks after a facelift? I would recommend this very thorough planning guide to anyone thinking about this procedure. An easy read that prepares one for hard realities!

As a member of the nursing profession, and as a caregiver specializing in post-cosmetic surgery recovery, I highly recommend Susan Gail's book, Cosmetic Surgery Before, Between and After.

After working in the field full time for a number of years, I felt I knew just about everything there is to know about recovery from cosmetic surgery. However, after reading Susan Gail's book, I gained many new insights. Now, I highly suggest to all my clients that they read Ms. Gail's book before surgery.

Susan Gail's book is full of extremely helpful and thoroughly researched information, including how to find the right surgeon, possible dangers, what exactly the surgical process entails, and how to be prepared for every aspect, psychologically and physically, before, during and after surgery. Ms. Gail is extremely honest about expectations, fears and outcomes. She is extremely brave in chronicling every aspect of her experience, including photos, from informing friends and relatives, dealing with their judgment, pre-surgery jitters, post-surgery depression and her final satisfaction with her decisions.

Not only is Cosmetic Surgery, Before, Between and After thoroughly informative, Ms. Gail's humorous writing style makes her book an enjoyable, funny read. For anyone contemplating cosmetic surgery, this book is a MUST!!!

Paulla Weddle, C.N.A.
San Diego, California

In Cosmetic Surgery Before Between and After, Susan Gail revels the nitty-gritty about cosemtic surgery from her own experience. Having read the book and having had cosmetic surgery, I consider it a "must read." In addition to the book, Susan offers an indispensible after-surgery "Survival Kit." It saved me countless hours of putting together essential items that make healing easier and faster. Even if your surgery is in the future, buy the book now -- there is a lot to learn. Cosmetic Surgery Before Between and After will help you make good choices when you are ready.

This book ties together in one place the answers to every conceivable question about undergoing cosmetic surgery, and then some. It opened my eyes to issues I had not even considered in connection with this very expensive and highly emotional procedure. As I am now "interviewing" prospective surgeons, I remember Susan's tips, practical advice and powerful insights, and I'm comforted to know that with this book's help, I've truly done my homework. I've taken charge of my cosmetic surgery experience. And that feels great!

I couldn't put the book down! Susan Gail has created a "one of a kind" guide for anyone who has ever even contemplated plastic surgery. Reading this book is like having a personal conversation with a close friend about your choices and concerns. The combination of her expertise as a master make up artist & consultant and the sharing of her own personal experiences make the book interesting and easy to read. I highly recommend this book!