{"product_id":"instant-beauty-isbn-9781578262595","title":"Instant Beauty","description":"A guide to the top ten minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, from Botox to lasers to peels, which can help you look younger quickly and safely\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo one likes to hear this, but we have only .01 second to make a first impression. But what's the best way to look good?  Makeup, hairstyles, and clothing--not to mention a friendly smile--can of course make a big difference, but for the thousands of Americans who would like an extra edge, nonsurgical cosmetic procedures are the answer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut which procedures really work? How safe are they? And are they worth the time and money?  From Botox to microdermabrasion to lasers to chemical peels, there are so many choices that it can be hard to tell what's hype and what's helpful. In \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eInstant Beauty\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, prominent Chicago cosmetic surgeon Steven Dayan, M.D., gives readers an easy-to-use no-nonsense guide to the top ten nonsurgical procedures, grading each for safety, effectiveness, and value. He explains the claims and the realities for each treatment, and lets you know exactly what to expect so that you can make the decision about what treatments are right for you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, Dr. Dayan gives sound advice on the best treatments for every age and every condition, and teaches readers what to look for in a cosmetic physician. He also briefly describes common surgical procedures, and clearly indicates who should and should not get each treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eInstant Beauty\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e is a straightforward and comprehensive guide for anyone interested in taking advantage of the remarkable breakthroughs in medical technology to look and feel better and younger--at any age!How to Use This Book\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart I: Foundations of Beauty\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1: You have .01 Seconds to Make a First Impression–Are You Ready?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2: The Magic Three of Self-Care–Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3: Lotions, Potions, and Creams–A Plan for Beautiful Skin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4: How Your Cosmetic Doctor Sees You–A Self-Evaluation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5: Beauty at Any Age–What to Do in Your Twenties, Thirties, Forties, and Beyond\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6: How to Have a Beautiful Time–What to Do Before a Big Event\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7: How to Find the Right Cosmetic Physician or Other Practitioner–Fifteen Questions You Should Ask\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8: Beware the Latest and Greatest–About the FDA Approval Process\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart II: The Problems\u003cbr\u003eAcne\u003cbr\u003eBrown Spots\u003cbr\u003eCellulite\u003cbr\u003eEyes (Dark Circles, Puffy Eyelids)\u003cbr\u003eHair Removal\u003cbr\u003eLip Augmentation\u003cbr\u003eRosacea\u003cbr\u003eSagging Skin\u003cbr\u003eScar Revision\u003cbr\u003eSpider Veins\u003cbr\u003eTattoo Removal\u003cbr\u003eWrinkling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart III: The Procedures\u003cbr\u003eBotox\u003cbr\u003eLasers\u003cbr\u003eFillers\u003cbr\u003eMicrodermabrasion\u003cbr\u003eChemical Peels\u003cbr\u003eRF\/Thermage and Heat-Generating Devices\u003cbr\u003eThreadlifts\u003cbr\u003eEndermologie\u003cbr\u003eCellulite Reduction\u003cbr\u003eMesotherapy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConclusion: Bringing it Together\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppendix A: A Word About Common Plastic Surgery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppendix B: How to get Free Treatments: Enrolling in Studies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGlossary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResource Guide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSelected Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEndnotes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003cb\u003eSteven H. Dayan, M.D.,\u003c\/b\u003e 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, \u003ci\u003eHealthcare Times\u003c\/i\u003e, 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 \u003ci\u003eChicago Image\u003c\/i\u003e, and serves as a consultant for Botox and Restylane.","brand":"Hatherleigh Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46305051345125,"sku":"NP9781578262595","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781578262595.jpg?v=1767730088","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/instant-beauty-isbn-9781578262595","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}