Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) [Paperback]

Arthur W. Perry MD (Author), Michael F. Roizen MD (Foreword)

Book Description

Series: Yale University Press Health & Wellness | Publication Date: July 28, 2007

The public’s recent exuberance toward cosmetic surgery has spurred an unprecedented demand for appearance-changing procedures. But how can an average consumer discern the hype from solid truth?  Which of the many treatments available can fulfill the promise of a more youthful look, or more beautiful skin, or a more pleasing body shape? Which procedures don’t work at all?
In this up-to-the-minute guide, Dr. Arthur W. Perry, a practicing plastic surgeon for more than two decades, examines in close detail each of today’s surgical and nonsurgical procedures. In everyday language, aided by more than a hundred illustrations, he assesses the benefits and potential complications of legitimate treatments.  He also identifies and frankly discusses ineffective treatments. Dr. Perry’s empowering book guides you through the seductive and somewhat slick world of cosmetic surgery.  He offers criteria for selecting good doctors and facilities. In short, he has written an essential book for anyone who is contemplating cosmetic surgery or other skin-care procedures.
Includes expert advice on:
· Facial rejuvenation including lifts, wrinkle fillers, and peels
· Body contouring from liposuction and tummy tucks to breast implants, reductions, and lifts
· Botox and laser treatments
· Avoiding fraud and procedures that don’t work
· And much more

Editorial Reviews

Review

“This book is admirably thorough. I cannot think of a cosmetic procedure or a type of cosmetic product that is not included.”—Carol Wright, coauthor of The Yale Guide to Women’s Reproductive Health and The Yale Guide to Menopause and Perimenopause

(Carol Wright )

"A valuable reference for prospective patients seeking cosmetic surgery.  In fact, this book is must-reading for such patients." —Stephen V. Flagg, M.D., Yale University School of Medicine

(Stephen V. Flagg )

"Thoughtfully written and right on target!" —Mehmet Oz, M.D., F.A.C.S., coauthor of You: The Owner''s Manual

(Mehmet Oz )

"A tireless advocate for quality and ethical medical care."—Gregory J. Rokosz, D.O., J.D., F.A.C.E.P., F.A.C.O.E.P., Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ

(Gregory J. Rokosz )

"[This book] place[s] expectations and risks in perspective."—Thomas J. Krizek, M.D., F.A.C.S

(Thomas J. Krizek )

"Highly readable . . . [and] extremely helpful."—Robert M. Goldwyn, M.D., F.A.C.S., Harvard Medical School

(Robert M. Goldwyn ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Arthur W. Perry, M.D., F.A.C.S., has had a private practice in cosmetic surgery for twenty years. He is also clinical associate professor of plastic surgery, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine, as well as clinical associate, Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He served more than ten years on the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners. He hosts a weekly show on WOR Radio in New York and co-hosts "You The Owners Manual Radio Show" with Dr. Michael Roizen. Dr. Perry lives in Somerset County, NJ.

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Yale University Press; 1 edition (July 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0300121040
• ISBN-13: 978-0300121049
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #119,693 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #99 in Books > Medical Books > Administration & Medicine Economics > Hospital Administration

More About the Author

Arthur W. Perry, MD, FACS

Dr. Perry is a board certified plastic surgeon and is a Clinical Associate Professor of plastic surgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, NJ. He has over two decades experience as a clinical surgeon - suctioning fat, lifting faces, and injecting Botox at his New Jersey and Manhattan offices.
With a surgical pedigree that includes a medical degree with distinction in research from Union's Albany Medical College, and surgical, burn, and plastic surgery residencies at Harvard, Cornell, and the University of Chicago, Dr. Perry has been named to the "Best Doctors in the New York area" book each year for the last decade and has been twice named to New York Magazine's Top Doctors list.

He has won the Volunteer Faculty Award for outstanding service at Robert Wood Johnson and two national awards for his plastic surgery research. After a decade as the Governor's appointee to the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners, The New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons awarded him the Distinguished Service Award for Outstanding Contributions to Plastic Surgery and to the Board. Dr. Perry has published many scientific papers and book chapters and collaborates with the Cornell/Columbia plastic surgery residency program.

Dr. Perry has written four books -Are You Considering Cosmetic Surgery (1997), Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery (received Foreword Magazine's Gold Award for the top health book of 2007), You - Being Beautiful, (a New York Times best seller, co-authored with Drs. Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz and Ted Spiker, Craig Wynett, and Lisa Oz), and Real Life of a Surgeon (2009).

Dr. Perry has hosted a weekly plastic surgery show on WOR radio in New York since 2005 and co-hosts the nationally syndicated "You the Owners Manual Radio Show" with Dr. Roizen. His daily "Looking in the Mirror" vignettes are broadcast throughout the world on the WOR and Armed Forces radio networks.

In his spare time, Dr. Perry developed NightSkin cream, the headliner in a group of scientifically engineered skin care products.

Customer Reviews

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars be an informed patient or loved one, February 21, 2008

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OregonCoast "OregonCoast" (Oregon Coast, OR USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) (Paperback)

Recommended to three types of readers:

(a) People considering having cosmetic surgery.

(b) People with loved ones considering or have received cosmetic surgery.

(b) People purely curious about cosmetic surgery.

The first few chapters describe medical training (e.g., board certification), health care environments (e.g., office vs. hospital), and patient qualifications (e.g., as healthy as possible). These chapters emphasize the importance of choosing an appropriate medical team. If the logic does not convince you, then the scary monochrome and color photographs will.

The remaining chapters explain various treatments, such as face-lifting and liposuction. Questions such as: Will there be pain? Will my skin turn red, and if so, for how long? How much will it cost? are answered candidly.

The book will help you become an informed patient, or a loved one of a patient.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed with the content, January 30, 2009

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This review is from: Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) (Paperback)

I was looking forward to reading this book. If you are looking for general information on all procedures then you found it. I was disappointed with lack of specific information and the pictures. You can easily find the broad knowledge presented in this book on the Internet. I wouldn't recommend this to someone is trying to research a particular procedure they are interested in.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING & INFORMATIVE, October 6, 2008

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Jane (michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) (Paperback)

Very well organized, direct and easy to read. Describes how to pick a reputable surgeon, explains procedures, what to expect and includes pitfals to procedures. Lots of before after pictures. The author does a great job at presenting the information.