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    A Woman's Guide to Cosmetic Breast Surgery and Body Contouring
    A Woman's Guide to Cosmetic Breast Surgery and Body Contouring
    A Woman's Guide to Cosmetic Breast Surgery and Body Contouring
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    A Woman's Guide to Cosmetic Breast Surgery and Body Contouring

    By Jerrold R. Zeitels, Allen J. Parungao and Steven M. Morris

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    If you're considering breast augmentation surgery, you're not alone. The procedure consistently ranks among the top five most popular cosmetic surgical procedures in the United States. But is breast augmentation right for you?The authors of this book are board-certified plastic surgeons who give you the information you need to make an informed decision about cosmetic breast surgery and body contouring procedures.They address many of the questions and concerns you likely have. Among the topics they cover: choosing the right plastic surgeon, whether you're a candidate for surgery, how much your breasts should be enlarged, and which types of implants should be used. Placement of incisions, potential complications, and good follow-up care are also covered.
    In addition to covering breast augmentation, the authors also discuss breast lifts, tummy tucks, and liposuction of the stomach, hips, buttocks, thighs, and knees.

    This book contains 85 color illustrations and photos of women who have had breast augmentation, breast lifts, liposuction and tummy tucks. It is a comprehensive guide to cosmetic breast surgery! A resource section, glossary, and index are also included.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherIndependent Publishers Group
    Release dateJul 1, 2013
    ISBN9781940495071
    A Woman's Guide to Cosmetic Breast Surgery and Body Contouring

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      A Woman's Guide to Cosmetic Breast Surgery and Body Contouring - Jerrold R. Zeitels

      M.D.

      Introduction

      The popularity of cosmetic surgery has never been higher. In fact, millions of Americans have opted for a little nip/tuck to improve their looks and increase their self-confidence. And millions more are contemplating cosmetic surgery as a way to enhance their appearance. If you’re one of the many Americans considering aesthetic surgery, it’s important to learn as much as possible about the various procedures available, about the surgery process, and about what to look for in a plastic surgeon.

      This book focuses on some of the most popular body contouring procedures among women: breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and liposuction. Whether you’d like to enhance your bustline with breast augmentation, or you’re hoping to improve your shape with a tummy tuck or liposuction, this book offers an in-depth look at each of these procedures. In addition, you’ll get detailed information on what to expect from the surgery process—from determining your goals to making your recovery as speedy and comfortable as possible.

      You’ll also learn the best ways to find a qualified plastic surgeon. With the rise in cosmetic surgery, a growing number of physicians—and more types of physicians—are performing these procedures. This makes it more important than ever to find a surgeon with the proper qualifications—education, training, certification, and experience. We hope the photos and information in this educational book will be a helpful resource for you as you explore your options and make choices about body contouring surgery.

      CHAPTER ONE

      Contemplating Breast Augmentation and Body Contouring

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      Contemplating Breast Augmentation and Body Contouring

      Do you feel self-conscious about the size or shape of your breasts? Do you avoid wearing lower-cut blouses and body-hugging shirts because you think your breasts are too small? Are you frustrated with the way your breasts have changed after a pregnancy? If so, you may wish to consider a breast augmentation procedure.

      Or perhaps you’re frustrated with other parts of your body. Maybe you have bulges of stubborn fat or bulges in your abdomen that won’t go away. Would a better-proportioned figure boost your self-confidence? Perhaps you’re interested in a tummy tuck or liposuction. If so, you can count yourself among millions of women across the nation who improve their physical appearance with body contouring surgery.

      Is Body Contouring Surgery for You?

      From a physical standpoint, the best candidates for breast augmentation, tummy tuck, or liposuction are in good overall health, are not obese, and have anatomies that will respond favorably to the procedure. It may come as a surprise to discover that your age isn’t generally considered a factor in determining whether you’re a good candidate. In fact, whether you’re 20, 30, 40, 50, or beyond, you can achieve improvements with body contouring surgery. In addition, any body type—tall, short, curvaceous, or thin—may benefit from one or more body contouring procedures.

      Attitude and Expectations

      Having a healthy attitude and realistic expectations are key if you’re considering cosmetic surgery. To determine whether you’ve got the right attitude, a plastic surgeon will consider several factors, including your mental well-being, your motivation for seeking surgery, and your willingness to take an active role in the process.

      Surgeons look for emotional stability as a sign of mental well-being. If you’re happy with your life in general, you’re more likely to be considered a good candidate for surgery. Surgeons also want to make sure that you’re seeking surgery for your own personal reasons rather than as a way to please a mate. If you’ve been thinking about surgery for some time, and aren’t acting on a whim, you’ll also be considered a better candidate for surgery.

      A surgeon will also determine whether you have realistic expectations about what body contouring surgery can achieve. Cosmetic surgery can produce improvements in your appearance, not perfection. Understanding that improvement rather than perfection is the goal makes you a better candidate for surgery. Plus, it’s crucial that you understand that the physique you start with plays a large role in your final results. For example, if you have a large gap between your breasts, augmentation may not be able to alter that. Or if you have wide hip bones, liposuction can remove fat from your hips, but it won’t do anything to change your bone structure.

      To be considered an ideal candidate, you also need to be willing to take an active role in the entire surgery process. This means learning as much as you can about the procedures that interest you, asking questions, communicating your goals, following instructions, and showing up for follow-up visits. By making the effort to be an active part of the process, you greatly increase your chances of achieving the results you desire.

      When Body Contouring Surgery Might Not Be for You

      For a number of reasons, you may not be considered a good candidate for body contouring surgery. Physical ailments, unhealthy lifestyle habits, emotional instability, unrealistic expectations, or a poor attitude may prevent you from being accepted as a patient. In some instances, you may simply be advised to postpone surgery or you may need to undergo some additional medical testing to make sure you’re healthy enough to have surgery. Just remember that every case is individual, and only your surgeon can ultimately determine whether you qualify as a candidate for surgery.

      Chronic Illness

      Certain physical conditions could indicate that body contouring surgery may not be appropriate for you. For instance, if you suffer from heart, lung, liver, or kidney disease, you may not be considered a good candidate for surgery. Other conditions that could make you a poor candidate for surgery include uncontrolled high blood pressure, uncontrolled diabetes, endocrine or connective-tissue diseases, and autoimmune diseases. If you’re affected by any of these health issues, it doesn’t mean that there is no chance that you can undergo body contouring surgery. However, it does mean that your surgeon will have to evaluate your case closely and may insist on additional medical tests or clearance from your primary physician before accepting you as a patient.

      Obesity

      Being obese is another physical condition that is cause for concern. If you fall into this category, you’ll probably be advised to lose the extra pounds and stabilize your weight before undergoing surgery.

      Unhealthy Habits

      Unhealthful lifestyle habits, such as smoking and excessive sun exposure, are also considered red flags by many cosmetic surgeons. Smoking has a negative effect on blood circulation in the skin, which hinders the healing process and puts you at greater risk for postsurgical complications. Surgeons generally insist that smokers refrain from smoking for a certain period of time before and after surgery to reduce these risks. Excessive sun exposure poses another set of problems. Spending hours in the sun can reduce the amounts of collagen and elastin in your skin, which can lead to loose skin that refuses to snap back to its original shape once its been stretched. Loose skin may compromise your ability to achieve your body contouring goals with certain procedures.

      Poor Mental Health and Unrealistic Expectations

      If your surgeon finds you to be emotionally unstable, he or she will likely advise that cosmetic surgery isn’t right for you at the present time. For example, if you’re suffering from depression, surgery might not be recommended. Or if you’re in the middle of a crisis—such as a death in the family, a divorce, or a career change—you may be advised to postpone surgery until your life returns to normal and you feel strong emotionally. Take note that depression and anxiety are common medical conditions and won’t necessarily rule you out as a candidate for plastic surgery. However, it’s important to discuss these issues with your surgeon.

      Similarly, a surgeon may choose not to perform surgery if you have unrealistic expectations about body contouring surgery. As mentioned earlier, it’s important to understand that cosmetic surgery has limitations. Yes, it can improve your physique and boost your self-confidence, but it can’t cure depression, help you land a promotion, or make your mate love you more.

      It’s important to realize that all body contouring procedures will leave scars. The incisions made in some of the procedures are very small and leave little scarring. Other incisions are lengthy and will leave noticeable, permanent scars. Surgeons make every effort to hide scars in skin folds, in body hair, or in areas usually covered by clothing. However, if the idea of permanent scarring is unacceptable, body contouring may not be for you.

      Cosmetic surgeons may also turn you away if you aren’t willing to do your part to achieve the best results. If you can’t communicate your goals clearly or if you refuse to follow instructions, you may not be satisfied with your results. And your surgeon won’t be satisfied unless you are.

      What’s the Next Step?

      Ultimately, only a qualified plastic surgeon can determine whether body contouring surgery is appropriate for you, so arrange a consultation with an experienced surgeon. Plastic surgeons urge patients to become well informed, so prior to your consultation, take the time to learn as much as you can about the procedures that interest you. Armed with this information, you’ll be better prepared to ask the right questions and to communicate your goals effectively.

      Questions to Ask Yourself

      Have you been thinking about surgery for some time, or are you acting impulsively?

      If you smoke, are you willing to refrain from doing so for a period of time before and after surgery?

      Do you consider yourself emotionally stable?

      Whom are you hoping to please by undergoing surgery?

      Are you seeking improvement or perfection?

      How much effort are you willing to put into the process to ensure good results?

      Do you have someone who can assist you with everyday activities during the first 24 to 48 hours after surgery?

      CHAPTER TWO

      Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

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      Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

      It’s important to choose the right plastic surgeon for you. With the rising popularity of cosmetic surgery, there are more plastic surgeons than ever before. Just open the phone book or log on to the Internet and you can find listings for surgeons in your area. With so many surgeons to choose from, how

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