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 youFind a qualified surgeonSet realistic expectationsEvaluate the costsEnhance 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 medicationsUnderstand the different surgeon specializationsSort through the various non-surgical facial treatmentsEvaluate your post-op care optionsCope with complicationsDeal 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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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 youFind a qualified surgeonSet realistic expectationsEvaluate the costsEnhance 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 medicationsUnderstand the different surgeon specializationsSort through the various non-surgical facial treatmentsEvaluate your post-op care optionsCope with complicationsDeal 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
Imprint | Hungry Minds Inc,U.S. |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | April 2005 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | April 2005 |
Authors | RM Olesen |
Dimensions | 236 x 187 x 21mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 388 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-7645-7835-9 |
Barcode | 9780764578359 |
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LSN | 0-7645-7835-9 |