The quintessential book on the rapidly expanding field of male aesthetic surgery from renowned experts! During the past decade, there has been an exponential increase in the number of men undergoing aesthetic surgery in the U.S., with an estimated 1.3 million procedures performed annually. Male Aesthetic Plastic Surgery by Douglas Steinbrech reflects expertise and insights from one of the most-sought-after pioneers in male surgery, along with a Who's Who of contributing authors. While many texts have been written on female aesthetic surgery, this generously illustrated resource fills a void in the literature. Divided into four sections and 45 chapters, the book reflects the background history and male-centric perspective that sets male aesthetic surgery apart from its female counterpart. Essential steps are detailed for each procedure including the physical exam, anatomical variations, patient selection, preoperative preparations, postoperative care, and invaluable pearls and pitfalls to maximize results and avoid complications. Of special interest, each chapter features bullet steps for quick and easy reference before entering the OR. From innovative, never-before published techniques, such as a sub-fascial abdominal silicone six-pack to the rapidly changing world of male body contouring, the textbook covers a broad range of cutting-edge and emerging techniques. High quality illustrations, bulleted text, and superb videos enhance the ability to understand and perform each procedure A full spectrum of facial approaches including male blepharoplasty, facelift in men, chin augmentation, facial fat grafting, cheek shaping, male rhinoplasty, and hair restoration State-of-the-art body techniques including diverse methods to correct gynecomastia, high abdominal definition, gluteal sculpting, abdominal contouring, chest sculpting, and muscular augmentation with implants The latest injectable, laser, and men's skincare procedures, including the use of neurotoxins, Kybella, and energy-based techniques A comprehensive glossary of surgical terms provides a quick reference for daily practice This is a must-have resource for all plastic surgeons, dermatologic surgeons, and aesthetic doctors who treat male patients.

Hand and Wrist Anatomy and Biomechanics A Comprehensive Guide There is a saying that "hand surgery without a tourniquet is like repairing a clock in a barrel full of dark ink." Operating without a sound fundamental knowledge of anatomy can be compared to "stirring around in the soup." Classic anatomy instruction covers only a fraction of the area of hand surgery: bones, muscles/ligaments, vessels, and nerves. The many different connective-tissue structures are often only briefly highlighted. The complex interaction of the various structures remains a mystery to most. This book presents the specialty of applied anatomy and is intended for medical professionals involved with the hand and its functionality: hand surgeons, trauma specialists, orthopaedists, plastic surgeons, occupational therapists, and physio-therapists. Key Features: Almost 150 illustrations, anatomical drawings, and photos of anatomy in vivo. Up-to-date information on clinical aspects such as diseases, their causes, and their treatment. Part 1 deals with the anatomy and functional anatomy of the hand Part 2 is dedicated to the surface anatomy of the structures of the forearm, wrist, and hand

Written by experts from London’s renowned Royal Free Hospital, Textbook of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery offers a comprehensive overview of the vast topic of reconstructive plastic surgery and its various subspecialties for introductory plastic surgery and surgical science courses. The book comprises five sections covering the fundamental principles of plastic surgery, cancer, burns and trauma, paediatric plastic surgery and aesthetic surgery, and covers the breadth of knowledge that students need to further their career in this exciting field. Additional coverage of areas in which reconstructive surgery techniques are called upon includes abdominal wall reconstruction, ear reconstruction and genital reconstruction. A chapter on aesthetic surgery includes facial aesthetic surgery and blepharoplasty, aesthetic breast surgery, body contouring and the evolution of hair transplantation.The broad scope of this volume and attention to often neglected specialisms such as military plastic surgery make this a unique contribution to the field. Heavily illustrated throughout, Textbook of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is essential reading for anyone interested in furthering their knowledge of this exciting field. This book was produced as part of JISC's Institution as e-Textbook Publisher project. Find out more at https://www.jisc.ac.uk/rd/projects/institution-as-e-textbook-publisher

Ross A. Clevens, M.D., M.P.H., FACS is recognized as an international lecturer and innovator in facial plastic surgery know for his dedication to redefining the patient experience. He created and refined the Laser-Assisted Weekend Necklift to deliver patients a more accurate and desirable outcome while affording a smoother recovery. His discoveries, studies and publications of the benefits that Platelet Healing Gels have proven to alleviate discomfort and speed healing after surgery. Your Plastic Surgery Companion: A Consumer's Guide to Facial Plastic Surgery is another way in which Dr. Clevens has succeeded in innovating the facial plastics industry and improved patient outcomes. With this book, Dr. Clevens is able to share his expertise with his lifelong target audience - the patients - more directly, efficiently and intimately than in his international lecture circuits. Your Plastic Surgery Companion: A Consumer's Guide to Facial Plastic Surgery is divided into eight chapters, or steps, to provide you, the reader, a sequential and descriptive understanding of the entire process you will experience in becoming a patient. You will learn many of the psychological, emotional, social and physical factors that influence your decision-making process. You will learn about Platelet Healing Gels and the Laser-Assisted Weekend Necklift - Dr. Clevens' groundbreaking contributions to his profession - along with the latest and expected upcoming innovations in the field based upon Dr. Clevens' ongoing research. You will learn insightful knowledge and time-tested tips to facilitate your preparation and to organize your expectations. You will learn how to contribute to realizing your aesthetic desires well before you lay on the operating table. In fact, you will realize that you can contribute to realizing your beauty goals before meeting the surgeon in the initial consultation. Open the book to uncover where your journey begins. Your Plastic Surgery Companion: A Consumer's Guide to Facial Plastic Surgery is simultaneously an encyclopedia, a how-to booklet, an insider report and a diary. Replete with actual before-and-after photos from one of the nation's most successful practices, Your Plastic Surgery Companion includes dozens of anecdotes from a practicing facial plastic surgeon veteran, respected by his peers across the globe. Testimonials allow readers to hear from patients who have been there, done that and felt those emotions along each of their own unique personal facial plastic journeys. The book's eight steps include: The Knowledge Builder, The Specialist Advantage, The Preparation and Reassurance Program, The Tailor Made Surgical Experience, The Nurturing Process, The Image Maximizer and Considering the Most Common Surgical Options. Read the Epilogue, "A Journey of a Thousand Miles Starts with a Single Step" to find insight and logic related to all aspects of the human experience and the transformative growth we make to our real selves. Your Plastic Surgery Companion contains Appendix, Glossary and Index sections so that you can quickly find information that you need to know before plastic surgery. The Notes sections at the end of each chapter allows you to bring this book along your journey to remind yourself of important tips, thoughts, experiences and personal notes.

Find The New You Deciding to have plastic surgery can be a difficult decision--but it is also a courageous decision that can leave you liberated and empowered. If you want to feel confident and better in your clothes and in your skin, you can do it--you can rejuvenate your body and change your life. The Real Beauty Bible: Navigating Your Journey through Plastic Surgery is Dr. Richard Brown's guide to everything you need to know about plastic surgery. In this book, you'll learn: - the different types of procedures available, - how to choose a surgeon that's right for you, - the financial options available for surgery, and - what to do before and after surgery. You don't have to wish for a miracle to get the body you want. The most important thing is that you opt to get plastic surgery for no one else but yourself--to look and feel better. If you want to change the way you look, this book will give you the tools and the information to find the right surgeon for you.

This newly expanded and updated second edition helps ​facial plastic surgery fellows and advanced residents in otolaryngology/head and neck surgery find the answers they’re looking for when preparing to take the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery exam. Covering core content relevant to the ABFPRS board exam, this guide emphasizes key facts and clinical pearls essential to exam success and includes hypothetical exam questions and relevant surgical and clinical images. Written by leader in the field and the Director for the facial plastic surgery fellowship program at the University of California Irvine, this textbook book discusses everything from basic techniques and evidence-based medicine, to fillers, injectables, implants and the psychological aspects of plastic surgery. Additionally, the chapter layout and organization of the Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Study Guide allows the reader to focus on just those topics relevant to the board exam, making it a must-have for anyone preparing to take the exam.​