According to recent research, breast implant patients are not getting the overall boosts in self-esteem and quality of life that we once thought.

PALO ALTO, CALIF. — A physician here says that when it comes to avoiding the potential wrath of a disgruntled plastic-surgery patient, the best defense is a good offense, reports Medical News Today.

Where surgeons burn out, become physically sick, ruminate incessantly, suffer from stress disorders, and may even take their own lives — this is the "dark side" of perfectionism.

Peaceful warrioring Enjoining 'the battle against complications' is the oculofacial surgeon's challenge Nov 14, 2007 By: Allen Putterman, MD

Despite the efforts of cosmetic oculofacial plastic surgeons to explain procedures and possible complications to their patients, unmet expectations and post-surgical problems deemed by those patients as "unacceptable" continue to pose challenges.

Television shows that feature patients undergoing cosmetic surgery have a definite impact on viewers who are considering such procedures for themselves, according to a recent study.

A new study, using assessment tools especially designed for MWL patients, shows quality of life and positive body image, which improve after bariatric surgery, receive an added boost with body contouring.