Aimed at informing men or women considering undergoing facial cosmetic surgery, this helpful companion asks the essential questions, such as A m I a candidate for a facelift? What type of facelift would give me the best result? and How long will the results last? Detailed information on new treatments, as well as the benefits and disadvantages of surgery, gives prospective patients clear and concise guidance.

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 surg...

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.