Are You Unhappy with Your Nose? Is it too large? Too small? Is your nose crooked? Perhaps you have a hump in the bridge of your nose. If you're unhappy with your nose, you have probably thought about having rhinoplasty, the medical term for what is commonly called "nose reshaping" or a "nose job." And, you're not alone—some 300,000 people have nose reshaping procedures each year. In fact, it is the second most popular plastic surgery procedure in the United States. The authors of Your Complete Guide to Nose Reshaping are respected facial cosmetic surgeons who have performed thousands of rhinoplasties. They understand your concerns and the questions you have as you anticipate surgery. Among the questions they answer: &• How do you choose the right surgeon? &• Are you a candidate for nose reshaping? &• What kind of anesthesia is used during surgery? &• Will you have pain after the surgery? &• Will your nose be bandaged? If so, how long? &• How soon can you resume work and physical exercise? This book contains 65 color photos, including dozens of "before and after" photos of patients who have had rhinoplasty. A resource section, glossary, and index are also included.

Are You Unhappy with Your Nose? Is it too large? Too small? Is your nose crooked? Perhaps you have a hump in the bridge of your nose. If you're unhappy with your nose, you have probably thought about having rhinoplasty, the medical term for what is commonly called nose reshaping or a nose job. And, you're not alone--some 300,000 people have nose reshaping procedures each year. In fact, it is the second most popular plastic surgery procedure in the United States. The authors of Your Complete Guide to Nose Reshaping are respected facial cosmetic surgeons who have performed thousands of rhinoplasties. They understand your concerns and the questions you have as you anticipate surgery. Among the questions they answer: - How do you choose the right surgeon? - Are you a candidate for nose reshaping? - What kind of anesthesia is used during surgery? - Will you have pain after the surgery? - Will your nose be bandaged? If so, how long? - How soon can you resume work and physical exercise? This book contains 65 color photos, including dozens of before and after photos of patients who have had rhinoplasty. A resource section, glossary, and index are also included.

A must-read for surgeons at all levels who need to solve clinical problems and master the technical demands of rhinoplasty. The author, an internationally respected pioneer in rhinoplasty, presents his own surgical technique in this easily accessible atlas. Clear and concise, with a strong emphasis on both split-second decision making and surgical techniques, this book guides the surgeon through todays more complex and individualised operative plan, employing a diversity of techniques. The atlas contains over 1,000 exquisite, detailed intraoperative photographs and multi-component illustrations to literally walk readers through a variety of different procedures and complex cases, including open structure techniques, closed rhinoplasty, open/closed grafts, and case studies. In addition, the atlas features a special section of step-by-step operative analysis for reduction, augmentation and balancing surgical procedures. This is the definitive resource for surgeons wanting to improve results, as well as for residents and those learning rhinoplasty.

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From choosing a doctor to postsurgical recovery, this guidebook for facial cosmetic surgery provides tips for every stage of the most popular procedures including facelifts, lip augmentation, and rhinoplasty. Potential risks and complications, realistic expectations, and criteria for determining if one is a good candidate for surgery are addressed by three experienced plastic surgeons. The newest materials used in cosmetic surgery, such as Restylane, longer-lasting wrinkle filler, and surgical techniques that promote quicker healing are discussed. An insightful introduction supplies a brief history of cosmetic surgery and dispels common myths.

Is Lumpectomy an Option for You? If you've been diagnosed with breast cancer, your mind is probably filled with questions about treatment. Perhaps you've heard about lumpectomy, but you question whether it's the best treatment for you. You're not alone. Many women ask the same question. For decades, mastectomy has been the surgery of choice. But, recent research shows that lumpectomy combined with radiation, is as safe and effective as mastectomy for invasive breast cancer. Oncology nurse Rosalind Benedet and radiation oncologist Mark Rounsaville, M.D., have worked with hundreds of breast cancer patients, and understand your concerns. In Understanding Lumpectomy, they draw from years of experience to answer your many questions. Among the topics they cover: &• How breast cancer is diagnosed and staged &• Understanding when lumpectomy is an option &• How a lumpectomy procedure is performed &• Radiation therapy—how it works and what to expect &• When chemotherapy or hormonal therapy is needed &• Coping emotionally &• Exercises to regain arm mobility &• Preventing lymphedema—arm swelling &• Optimum nutrition for healing Your Guide to Lumpectomy . . . from Diagnosis to Recovery

Twenty-seven Percent of Americans Have Metabolic Syndrome It's now estimated that 55 million Americans have metabolic syndrome; however, if you're like most Americans, you may not have ever heard of the syndrome much less understand how it increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. Metabolic syndrome actually is a cluster of disorders, all of which are affected by both genetics and lifestyle. If you have three or more of the following, you considered as having metabolic syndrome: &· A waistline of 40 inches or more for men and 35 inches or more for women &· High triglyceride levels &· High blood pressure &· Elevated fasting blood sugar levels &· Low HDL cholesterol levels (the good cholesterol) There are no specific symptoms of metabolic syndrome, but it takes a toll on health. People with metabolic syndrome are 3.5 times more likely to die of a heart-related ailment and 5 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. The good news is that you can overcome this deadly syndrome. The authors of Overcoming Metabolic Syndrome, an endocrinologist and a cardiovascular surgeon, have treated thousands of patients; they know how to cut through the confusion and give you're the basics about how you can restore your health. Among the questions they answer: &· How do I know if I have metabolic syndrome? &· What is insulin resistance? Why is it a critical issue? &· Why does insulin resistance make it so hard to lose weight? &· What is the role of exercise, diet, and nutrition? &· Which medications are used to treat the syndrome? A Clear and Simple Guide to Better Health!

Do You Look as Good as You Feel? If you don't, perhaps it's because you're noticing common signs of aging—sagging of the skin on your neck, cheeks, or eyelids. If these outward signs are affecting the way you feel inside, perhaps you're considering taking action through cosmetic surgery. You're thinking maybe a facelift would rejuvenate your appearance. Yet, you're not sure what's involved or whether cosmetic surgery is right for you. This book can help you explore the possibilities. The authors are board-certified facial plastic surgeons and have performed thousands of facelifts and other cosmetic procedures. They understand that the decision to have cosmetic surgery is a very personal and important one. In Your Complete Guide to Facelifts, they present the facts about facial cosmetic surgery clearly and concisely, and answer such questions as: &• Am I a candidate for a facelift? &• What type of facelift would give me the best result? &• Should I consider other procedures such as an eyelid lift? &• How soon can I go out in public after a facelift? &• Will I have post-surgical pain? &• How long will the results last? This book contains 75 color illustrations and photos, including dozens of photos of "before and after" pictures of those who've had facelifts, eyelid lifts, brow lifts, and skin rejuvenation. A resource section, glossary, and index are also included.

If you'd like to improve your vision and reduce or eliminate your need for glasses or contacts, perhaps you're considering LASIK. This procedure has become one of the most popular vision correction surgeries in the nation with 9 million Americans undergoing LASIK procedures annually. But, before you entrust your eyes to a surgeon, make sure you become an informed consumer. In LASIK—A Guide to Laser Vision Correction, three ophthalmologists, who together have performed more than 65,000 LASIK procedures, help you understand what the surgery involves. Among the questions they answer: &• Are you a candidate for LASIK surgery? &• How is LASIK performed?&• How much vision improvement you can expect? &• How does the new Wavefront technology improve LASIK? &• How do you choose a qualified ophthalmologist? &• How many procedures should your ophthalmologist have performed? &• What are the possible complications? &• What follow up care will you need after the surgery? The Book to Read Before Having LASIK Surgery!