《instant beauty》是2008年3月出版的圖書，作者是Steven H. Dayan MD。
基本介紹
- 外文名：instant beauty
- 作者：Steven H. Dayan MD
- ISBN：9781578262595
內容簡介,圖書目錄,作者簡介,
內容簡介
A guide to the top ten minimally invasive cosmetic procedures,from Botox to lasers to peels, which can help you look youngerquickly and safely
No one likes to hear this, but we have only .01 second to make afirst impression. But what's the best way to look good? Makeup,hairstyles, and clothing--not to mention a friendly smile--can ofcourse make a big difference, but for the thousands of Americanswho would like an extra edge, nonsurgical cosmetic procedures arethe answer.
But which procedures really work? How safe are they? And are theyworth the time and money? From Botox to microdermabrasion to lasersto chemical peels, there are so many choices that it can be hard totell what's hype and what's helpful. In Instant Beauty, prominentChicago cosmetic surgeon Steven Dayan, M.D., gives readers aneasy-to-use no-nonsense guide to the top ten nonsurgicalprocedures, grading each for safety, effectiveness, and value. Heexplains the claims and the realities for each treatment, and letsyou know exactly what to expect so that you can make the decisionabout what treatments are right for you.
In addition, Dr. Dayan gives sound advice on the best treatmentsfor every age and every condition, and teaches readers what to lookfor in a cosmetic physician. He also briefly describes commonsurgical procedures, and clearly indicates who should and shouldnot get each treatment.
Instant Beauty is a straightforward and comprehensive guide foranyone interested in taking advantage of the remarkablebreakthroughs in medical technology to look and feel better andyounger--at any age!
圖書目錄
How to Use This Book
Part I: Foundations of Beauty
Chapter 1: You have .01 Seconds to Make a First Impression–Are YouReady?
Chapter 2: The Magic Three of Self-Care–Sleep, Nutrition, andExercise
Chapter 3: Lotions, Potions, and Creams–A Plan for BeautifulSkin
Chapter 4: How Your Cosmetic Doctor Sees You–ASelf-Evaluation
Chapter 5: Beauty at Any Age–What to Do in Your Twenties, Thirties,Forties, and Beyond
Chapter 6: How to Have a Beautiful Time–What to Do Before a BigEvent
Chapter 7: How to Find the Right Cosmetic Physician or OtherPractitioner–Fifteen Questions You Should Ask
Chapter 8: Beware the Latest and Greatest–About the FDA ApprovalProcess
Part II: The Problems
Acne
Brown Spots
Cellulite
Eyes (Dark Circles, Puffy Eyelids)
Hair Removal
Lip Augmentation
Rosacea
Sagging Skin
Scar Revision
Spider Veins
Tattoo Removal
Wrinkling
Part III: The Procedures
Botox
Lasers
Fillers
Microdermabrasion
Chemical Peels
RF/Thermage and Heat-Generating Devices
Threadlifts
Endermologie
Cellulite Reduction
Mesotherapy
Conclusion: Bringing it Together
Appendix A: A Word About Common Plastic Surgery
Appendix B: How to get Free Treatments: Enrolling in Studies
Glossary
Resource Guide
Selected Bibliography
Endnotes
Index
作者簡介
Steven H. Dayan, M.D., is a certified member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology. A clinical assistant professor at the University of Illinois, he speaks both nationally and internationally, actively participates in clinial research, and serves on the editorial board of the Facial Plastic Surgery Journal. He also writes a column for the Chicago news periodical, Healthcare Times, and has been featured on CNN in addition to local news affiliates NBC, FOX, WGN and ABC. A graduate from the University of Illinois Medical School, he now runs a successful private practice in Chicago, founded the nonprofit organization Beauty Within and Chicago Image, and serves as a consultant for Botox and Restylane.
