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

Board-certified plastic surgeons address many of the concerns associated with breast augmentation surgery—including what constitutes candidacy for surgery; how much enlargement should take place; the types of implants that are used; the placement of incisions and possible scarring; potential complications; and proper follow-up care—in this informative and educational guide. Issues surrounding breast lifts; tummy tucks; and liposuction of the stomach, hips, buttocks, thighs, and knees are also covered.

Jerrold R. Zeitels, MD, has been a plastic surgeon for more than 25 years and is the former president of the New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons. He lives in Westfield, New Jersey. Dr. Allen J. Parungao is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, and a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Steven M. Morris is medical director of  the Plastic Surgery Institute of Mid-Michigan, in Midland, Michigan. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons