*La chirurgie esthétique* examines cosmetic surgery as a medical practice shaped by personal desire and cultural ideals of beauty, while remaining grounded in patient care. The book explains why people seek aesthetic procedures, how consultations should clarify expectations, and why elective surgery still requires careful medical judgment. It distinguishes aesthetic aims from reconstructive needs and highlights the responsibilities of surgeons, patients, and clinics when decisions involve appearance, consent, risk, and lasting consequences. Written in French for general readers and prospective patients, it offers a concise overview of the social and medical questions surrounding modern cosmetic surgery. It also frames beauty as a subject of medical and social discussion rather than a purely technical matter.

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