As the number of techniques, devices, and available injectable materials has increased tremendously in the last several years, so has our understanding of the normal and pathological processes occurring in this part of the body. Thus, a book designed to incorporate the current knowledge of physiology of fat and the numerous treatment modalities available today has become essential. In addition, a systematic review of the newest technologies and injectable agents used in the treatment of fat and cellulite is necessary to allow the practitioner to properly assess the strengths and weaknesses of each therapy. Contents Anatomy and adipogenesis Physiology, pathophysiology, and aging Benign and malignant neoplasms Liposuction Lasers and similar devices Mesotherapy and injection lipolysis Autologous fat transfer and other synthetic facial volumizers Cellulite pathophysiology and treatment Future technologies, trends, and techniques Clinical management of the patient Nutrition, diet, and exercise Legal considerations DAVID GOLDBERG Mt Sinai School of Medicine, New York Skin Laser and Surgery Specialists of New York and New Jersey Editor of _Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy_ Author of: _Laser Hair Removal_ 2E (Sept 2008) _Fillers in Cosmetic Dermatology_ ( 2006) Contributor to: Goldman, Cellulite 2E Ascher, Injection Treatments in Cosmetic Surgery Beer, Cosmetic Bootcamp Primer On board of American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, and American Society of Dermatologic Surgery; has also worked for IMCAS Alexander L. Berlin, M.D U.S. Dermatology Medical Group, Arlington and Sugar Land, Texas Department of Dermatology, New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey
