Cosmetic Surgery For Dummies (Paperback)

~ R. Merrel Olesen MD (Author), Marie B.V. Olesen (Author) "Like any golden age, cosmetic surgery's golden age is flourishing and creating happiness among its devotees..." (more)
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Cosmetic surgery is one of today’s hottest topics. From daytime talk shows and popular magazines to conversations at the salon, it seems that almost everyone has had it, is thinking about it, or knows someone who is getting it. Statistics show more and more women—and men—are having cosmetic surgery. And with all the options now available, it’s important to be fully informed before you make any decisions about having a procedure.

Now, Cosmetic Surgery For Dummies is here to guide you through today’s top procedures, candidly addressing both the benefits and the risks. R. Merrel Olesen, MD, the medical director of the La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, and Marie B.V. Olesen, a nationally known cosmetic surgery consultant, give you the tools you need to:

• Decide if surgery is right for you
• Find a qualified surgeon
• Set realistic expectations
• Evaluate the costs
• Enhance your recovery and results

This plain-English guide shows you how to take advantage of all the advances in cosmetic surgery while avoiding the pitfalls that could compromise your safety or the quality of your result. From implants to liposuction to Botox, you’ll understand the right questions to ask your doctor, how to prepare for surgery (both physically and financially), and the best ways to influence the healing process. You’ll also:

• Discover the latest surgery techniques and medications
• Understand the different surgeon specializations
• Sort through the various non-surgical facial treatments
• Evaluate your post-op care options
• Cope with complications
• Deal with family, friends, and coworkers before and after surgery

Complete with lists of questions to ask before surgery and top Web sites for cosmetic surgery information, Cosmetic Surgery For Dummies is a practical, friendly guide that will help you say hello to a new you!

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Covers the latest techniques and non-invasive procedures

Discover your options and make an informed choice

Thinking about having cosmetic surgery? This plain-English guide walks you through today's top procedures, candidly addressing both the benefits and the risks. From implants to liposuction to Botox^®, you'll understand the right questions to ask your doctor, how to prepare for surgery, and the best ways to influence the healing process.

Discover how to

• Decide whether surgery is right for you
• Find a qualified surgeon
• Set realistic expectations
• Evaluate the costs
• Make the surgical environment safe

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Product Details

• Paperback: 382 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (April 8, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764578359
• ISBN-13: 978-0764578359
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #298,136 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars interesting, July 28, 2005

By	H. Rotheuser (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I think this book was pretty thorough when it comes to plastic surgery. The pictures are helpful too. I think it needed a bit more information on dermatological services that can be obtained instead of or in addition to the surgery.