surgery, plastic

Examines why so many American women are driven to have plastic surgery, drawing on the author's twenty-five years as a plastic surgeon to explore the myths and misconceptions about cosmetic surgery and the women that have it.

Hope Donahue chronicles her desperate quest for physical perfection, discussing how she became obsessed with looking beautiful and her many plastic surgeries, problems with food, low self-esteem, parents' role in her problems, and other related topics.

Discusses how society tries to achieve perfection through cosmetic surgery and studies what society's definition of normal is.

An investigation of the global cosmetic surgery industry, looking at the lengths to which people are willing to go in pursuit of beauty, and introducing both patients and doctors engaged in the expensive, and sometimes dangerous efforts to keep aging at bay.

Presents ten essays that discuss the issue of cosmetic surgery including the desire to look younger, reality shows, the higher rate of teens and men seeking cosmetic surgery, and more.

Explores the cultural phenomenon of cosmetic enhancement and offers those considering any cosmetic treatment a comprehensive overview of the dangers associated with the treatments and tips on finding the best doctors.

Discusses, from a feminist viewpoint, how cosmetic surgery is both a way in which women are victimized and a means through which women take power to meet their own needs.

Plastic surgeon Dr. Arthur Perry evaluates a variety of cosmetic surgeries, discussing the benefits and potential problems associated with eyelid and brow lifts, neck banding, rhinoplasty, hair restoration, tattoo removal, body contouring, and many other procedures, and looking at ineffective and unproven surgeries and techniques.