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Blepharoplasty: Repair of Droopy Eyelids
Breast Reduction Surgery
Laser Hair Removal
Liposuction
Nose Surgery: Rhinoplasty - The Mayo Clinic has created fact sheets on all of these procedures.

Liposuction - The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) offers this information.

American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery - One can learn about a cosmetic procedure or read tips on how to locate a surgeon at this site.

American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is the world's largest specialty association that represents over 2,700 facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons throughout the world. Procedure explanations, a virtual exam, before and after photographs, and listing of physicians can all be obtained here.

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) is the leading professional organization of plastic surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery who specialize in cosmetic plastic surgery. One can obtain information on procedures, numerous fact sheets, news articles, statistics, and a patient gallery from this site.

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery - The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery was founded in 1970 to promote excellence in the subspecialty of dermatologic surgery and foster the highest standards of patient care. This site offers fact sheets on procedures and techniques, before and after photographs, news articles, and a search feature to locate a physician.

American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Check out this site to read more about different surgeries.

Before Choosing Cosmetic Surgery - The Cleveland Clinic explains why you should think seriously before having surgery.

Cleveland Clinic Information - The physicians at the Cleveland Clinic offer advice on a number of topics:
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Body-Contouring Surgery After Significant Weight Loss
Cosmetic Surgery for Treating Wounds
Lip Augmentation
Neck Lift

Cosmetic Surgery and Birth Defects - The Cleveland Clinic Foundation weighs in on this topic.

Cosmetic Surgery: Procedures at a Glance - The American Society of Plastic Surgeons offers this information.

Cosmetic Surgery: What To Know Beforehand - The Mayo Clinic offers this advice.

FacialSurgery.com - This site offers a wealth of information for people considering facial cosmetic surgery. Before-and-After photos with explanations of the work done, information about who is a good candidate, post-surgical care, tutorials of actual surgeries and advice on choosing a surgeon are among the many topics addressed. This site designed and written by facial plastic surgeon to educate the public about facial plastic surgery.

FDA Breast Implant Consumer Handbook- Read all about breast implants here.

Injectable Fillers - The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has created this information on what to consider when thinking about getting injectable filler treatment.

Insurance Coverage: A Patient's Guide - So, how can you pay for this surgery? Information from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons will explain what is usually covered and what is not.

MedlinePlus: Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery - Developed by the National Library of Medicine, this consumer health site directs the user to selected online resources on many common diseases and conditions.

Plastic Surgery - KidsHealth wrote this information specifically for teens.

Reconstructive Surgery: Procedures at a Glance - More timely information from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Removing Hair Safely - Learn more from the Food and Drug Administration.

The Skinny on Liposuction - The FDA explains how and why liposuction is done.

What Is Recovery from Plastic Surgery Like? - Another great question and answer from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

What Is the Difference between Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery?- More great information from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

What Should I Know About the Safety of Outpatient Plastic Surgery? - The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has created this list of things you should look for when planning plastic surgery.

Your Self Image and Plastic Surgery - Learn how the mind interacts with how you look, and what happens when your looks change.