Main description:

A concise guide to state-of-the-art nonsurgical body contouring from pioneers in the field!

Emerging Technologies in Face and Body Contouring by internationally acclaimed experts Spero Theodorou, Christopher Chia, Erez Dayan and esteemed contributors, details emerging state-of-the-art technologies in minimally-invasive body contouring. This resource fills a void in the literature, providing plastic, aesthetic, and dermatologic surgeons with clinical insights on the latest proven techniques in nonsurgical fat reduction and skin tightening.

The book begins with chapters on 3D imaging for emerging body contouring technologies, clinically applicable concepts of fat metabolism, and discussion of laser and ultrasound. Procedural chapters cover a diverse array of cutting-edge noninvasive body contouring and VASER techniques, including water-assisted and power-assisted liposuction. Chapters dedicated to the face and neck detail scarless face lifting, injection lipolysis, and radiofrequency skin tightening. Body-specific chapters focus on the neck, arms, abdomen, flanks and hips, gluteal region, thighs and calves, ankles and knees.

Key Features

Concise text walks readers through techniques in a stepwise manner, with numerous patient cases and explanations detailing the pros and cons of each modality
Coverage of the latest techniques including Brazilian butt lift surgery, cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting), and diverse radiofrequency procedures
Special topics include the role of stem cells in body contouring, ethnic considerations in liposuction, and male gynecomastia treatment
High quality illustrations enhance understanding of anatomy and procedures

Focused on the practical application of evidence-based technologies, this remarkable resource will help plastic surgeons and dermatologic surgeons improve patient outcomes and ROI.

This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.

Contents:

Section I Principles

1 Three-dimensional Imaging for Emerging Technologies in Body Contouring

2 Clinically Applicable Concepts of Fat Metabolism

Section II Noninvasive Body Contouring

3 Noninvasive Laser Body Contouring

4 Ultrasound in Noninvasive Body Shaping

5 Three-dimensional Cryolipolysis Body Contouring

6 Noninvasive Radiofrequency Fat Destruction for Body Contouring

7 The Role of Stem Cells in Body Contouring

8 Ethnic Considerations in Liposuction

Section III Liposuction Technology

9 Laser-Assisted Liposuction Under Local Anesthesia: Office-Based Surgery

10 Radiofrequency-Assisted Liposuction for Body Contouring

11 VASER Technology for Body Contouring

12 Water-Assisted Liposuction

13 Power-Assisted Liposuction Cannula Types and Technique

Section IV Technology-Based Body Contouring by Anatomy

14 Scarless Face Lifting with Bipolar Radiofrequency Assistance

15 Injection Lipolysis-Neck

16 Neck: Radiofrequency Liposuction

17 Neck Liposuction: The Classic Technique

18 Radiofrequency-Assisted Liposuction for Arm Contouring

19 FaceTite: Procedure Technique

20 Male Gynecomastia Treatment

21 High Definition Body Contouring of the Abdomen

22 Flanks and Hips

23 Gluteal Augmentation with Implants

24 Technology-Based Contouring of the Thighs

25 Calf, Ankle, and Knee Contouring