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9781886039186

Body Contouring Surgery After Weight Loss

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  • ISBN13:

    9781886039186

  • ISBN10:

    1886039186

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2006-04-01
  • Publisher: Addicus Books

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Summary

Generously filled with insightful and practical advice, this guidebook to cosmetic surgery after dramatic weight loss helps readers locate the right doctor, address concerns about complications and side effects, and understand the benefits to having surgery. Experts answer such common questions as What kind of results can be anticipated? How many surgeries are necessary? and What kind of fees and insurance coverage can be expected?

Author Biography

Joseph Capella, MD, is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a special interest in cosmetic surgery. He lives in Ramsey, New Jersey. James Knoetgen, MD, is a plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery after massive weight loss. He lives in Rochester, Minnesota. Peter Rubin, MD, is assistant professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a plastic surgeon who specializes in body contouring and other aesthetic techniques. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Jeffrey Sebastian, MD, is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He lives in Los Angeles.

Table of Contents

Introduction v
Acknowledgments vii
Body Contouring after Weight Loss: An Overview
1(12)
Choosing a Plastic Surgeon
13(6)
Your Consultation
19(10)
Preparing for Body Contouring Surgery
29(10)
Your Surgical Procedure: What to Expect
39(14)
Post-Surgical Pain Management
53(6)
Abdomen and Waist Contouring
59(12)
Thigh and Buttock Contouring
71(8)
The Body Lift
79(14)
Restoring Shape to Female Breasts
93(14)
Arm, Chest, and Upper Body Lifts
107(10)
Face Lifts and Neck Lifts
117(8)
Closing Remarks 125(2)
Appendix A BMI Chart 127(1)
Appendix B Weight Loss Surgery Procedures 128(3)
Appendix C Nutrition 131(4)
Appendix D Medications and Natural Supplements to Be Avoided Prior to Surgery 135(5)
Resources 140(4)
Glossary 144(9)
Index 153(10)
About the Authors 163

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