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Not a "how-to" book, but a comprehensive compendium of information addressing the major aspects of cosmetic surgery. It will help the practicing dermatologist in building or sustaining a more successful dermatologic cosmetic surgical practice as it: Provides a framework for cosmetic surgical practice: establishment of office-based surgery; set-up of the ambulatory surgical facility; acquisition of credentials and hospital staff privileges; marketing one's practice Explains consultation and intervention planning: initial visit/consultation; defining the patient's concern(s); facial and body analysis; anesthesia. Handy algorithms aid in the development of a treatment plan. Outlines the most common procedures: soft tissue augmentation, utilization of botulinum toxin, chemical peels, dermabrasion, laser surgery, liposuction, face-lift, hair restoration, more. Added to these procedural chapters are the practical elements of: patient information sheets; consent forms; specific pre- and postoperative instructions for patients.

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: Office-Based SurgeryChapter 2: Creating an Accredited Ambulatory Surgical Facility Chapter 3: Credentialing and Hospital Staff Privileges Chapter 4: Marketing Your Practice Chapter 5: The Consultation Visit Chapter 6: Facial Analysis Chapter 7: Body Analysis Chapter 8: Anesthesia Chapter 9: Soft Tissue Augmentation Chapter 10: Utilization of Botulinum Toxin in Cosmetic Dermatology Chapter 11: Chemical Peels Chapter 12: Microdermabrasion Chapter 13: Dermabrasion Chapter 14: Laser Surgery Chapter 15: Scar Revision Chapter 16: Liposuction Chapter 17: Face-Lift Chapter 18: Blepharoplasty Chapter 19: Hair Restoration Surgery Chapter 20: Otoplasty: Treatment for Protuberant Ears