Manual of Cosmetic Medicine and Surgery by Thomas, Mohan; D‘silva, James;

Long description:

This comprehensive Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Manual on minimally invasive procedures, is one of its kind and covers in detail the various procedures that can vastly improve your patient's aesthetic appearance. It covers all of the important techniques such as laser procedures, use of dermal fillers, neuromodulators and skin tightening devices as well as technology for hair reduction, which are already adopted all over the world as mainstream procedures. Moreover the growing demand for non-surgical aesthetic procedures is propelling the market towards a larger share of the aesthetic pie. This demand has increased the number of specialists wanting to offer and undertaking cosmetic treatments. This step-by-step manual addresses the concern of the vast majority of the doctors who may be inadequately trained to offer options and/or undertake these procedures effectively and safely. This well illustrated book with lots of pictures, schematics and procedural videos discusses the pathophysiology of aging changes, possible options and technologies, their settings, safety profiles and pearls about the innumerable non-surgical procedures from facials to thread lifts, Lasers, radiofrequency, MNRF and plasma therapy- embracing the global concept of multimodal procedures.

This manual interestingly enough also includes how to design your office, accounting practices and how not to have legal malpractice suits levelled against you. The need for accurate medical records and proper consent is highlighted as well by the experts.

This comprehensive Manual in Cosmetic Medicine and Surgery sets the standard for doctors entering the field of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery. It is a reference book for people who are in practice as well as a step by step manual for students and young doctors wanting to pursue this field.

Other five volumes are on:

• Rhinoplasty

• Intimate Genital procedures

• Breast reshaping

• Cosmetic procedures of the Face

• Body Contouring surgeries.

Table of Contents:

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Part I: Basics.- 1. Analysis of the Aging Face and Décolletage area.- 2. Esthetic Evaluation of the Female and Male Face Fitzpatrick I-VI (5-6 simple steps to maintain the youthful skin).- 3. The Anatomy of the Face and its relevance for minimally – invasive procedures.- 4. Psychological assessment in Cosmetic surgery.- 5. Healthy Cosmetic surgery patients and Natural Hormone Optimization.- 6. The Use of Exosomes as Part of Regenerative Medicine.- Part II: Pigmentation.- 7. Pigmentation- Pathogenesis and management.- 8. Newer Treatment modalities for Melasma.- 9. Pigmentation in systemic diseases- Evaluation and Management.- 10. Chemical peels- indications and use in various skin types.- 11. Vitiligo surgery: Autologous Melanocyte cell Transplantation.- Part III: Acne Scars.- 12. Acne scars- Classification and Management.- 13. Classification of Acne and Algorithm for Management of Acne Scars.- Part IV: Cutaneous Rejuvenation.- 14. Microdermabrasion and its Use.- 15. Platelet Rich Plasma of the Face.- 16. Stromal vascular Fraction and its Use.- 17. Microneedling radio-frequency.- 18. Dermaroller- Ideal for Indian skin.- Part V: Energy Based Devices.- 19. An Update on Microfocused Ultrasound.- 20. HIFU Pros and Cons.- 21. EBD for Facial Rejuvenation- The Multimodal Approach.- 22. Use of Plasma in Aesthetics and dermatology.- 23. Ablative Lasers in Facial skin Resurfacing.- 24. Non-ablative Laser Resurfacing of Face.- 25. Laser Hair Reduction in various Skin types.- 26. Radiofrequency - Its Place in Aesthetics Today.- 27. Use of radiofrequency for skin tightening and scars.- Part VI: Injectables.- 28. Botulinum Toxin A- Aesthetic uses.- 29. Botulinum Toxin – an Indian Perspective.- 30. Primary Hyperhidrosis.- 31. Injection Lipolysis.- 32. Peri ocular Rejuvenation.- 33. Restoration of the midface using dermal fillers.- 34. Use of Hyaluronic acid Fillers for the Lower face.- 35. Technique of Beams and Pillars for Filler injection.- 36. Russian Lips.- 37. Management of HIV Associated Lipo Dystrophy: Non-Surgical and Surgical Treatment.- 38. Semipermanent Fillers for Buttock Augmentation.- 39. Steroid injection lipoatrophy -Diagnosis and treatment.- 40. Cellulite correction by Gold incision.- 41. Male Non Surgical Gluteoplasty By 3d Isovolumetric Chemical Myoplasty (Endopeel Techniques)- A Personal Experience.- 42. Part VII: Rejuvenation Using Threads.- APTOS Excellence- Methods for Facial Rejuvenation.- 43. Role of PDO threads in Indian skin.- 44. PLCL (Poly L-lactide-co-ε-caprolactone) threads for Facial Rejuvenation.- Part VIII: Hair Restoration.- 45. Hair Restoration- The Basics.- 46. Non surgical combination treatment for hair loss.- 47. Donor Site Analysis and Management.- 48. Hair Transplant : Classification, Analysis, Treatment Planning Of Male Pattern Hair Loss & Newer Techniques In FUT Hair Restoration.- 49. Hair restoration for Non- Scalp areas.- 50. Hair transplant surgery- going forward.- 51. Long Hair FUE: A Step-by-Step Guide.- 52. Female Hair Restoration Surgery.- 53. Permanent Medical makeup.- Part IX: Miscellaneous Topics.- 54. Nail Unit surgeries.- 55. Endovenous Treatment of Varicose Veins.- 56. Cosmetic Surgery of the Foot- Treating Bunions and Hammer Toe deformity.- 57. Planning And Running An Aesthetic Office In The Current Scenario.- 58. Reduce Pitfalls of Cosmetic Surgery in Court.- 59. Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice Suits: Defenses Available To The Cosmetic Surgeon – Global Trends.- 60. Use of Imaging in Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine.