Sweis (certified plastic surgeon and educator) outlines the major procedures in cosmetic surgery for women and offers frank commentary on physical and psychological issues and expectations. The author, who has herself undergone cosmetic procedures, explains the stages most women go through from considering the surgery through the procedure and the healing phase. The book also includes case studies that depict what cosmetic surgery can and cannot accomplish. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)