Many women have undergone breast augmentation with saline (salt water) filled breast implants when they were younger. Although saline-filled implants may have a bit more of a “water bag” feel to them than silicone gel-filled implants when held in your hand, most women have been pleased with their results. With time, however, many changes can occur in women’s breasts due […]
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Many women are not necessarily looking for larger breasts when seeking breast enhancement, but rather a prettier shape. Perhaps they feel their breasts have too much droop, or their nipples are not where they want them to be. This is when understanding breast proportion and aesthetics is so important. This free hand drawing below demonstrates three identical line drawings of […]
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Why is the summer as good a time as any for breast enhancement surgery? Well, unlike the face or other parts of the body (arms, legs, etc.), the breasts remain relatively unexposed. Whether you are considering breast augmentation, a breast lift (or both), or breast reduction, summer is an excellent time for breast surgery. In most cases, you can be […]
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Are you considering getting a breast augmentation prior to your wedding? If so, you may be wondering how far in advance you should schedule the procedure to ensure your breasts are fully healed and looking their best in time for the big day. While the answer to this question will be unique to every individual, the following information generally applies […]
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When most people think about breast augmentation, they think about increasing the size of the breasts for an accentuated “bust.” While adding size to the breasts is certainly a key aspect of the procedure, it is often not the only goal of treatment, nor is it the sole enhancement a breast augmentation is able to provide. For women who have […]
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Women’s breasts are actually more often slightly different than virtually identical, yet when women seek breast enhancement surgery, be it a reduction, breast augmentation, or lift, their plastic surgeon will often point out certain differences that they may not have noticed on their own. In more extreme cases, usually in adolescents, there may be a cup size or more difference […]
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There are a variety of factors that go into creating natural-appearing breast augmentation results. First and foremost, selecting the right plastic surgeon is imperative to achieving an optimal outcome. To do this, I recommend conducting an extensive amount of online research, making sure to review the credentials of several board certified plastic surgeons to separate those who have the proper […]
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There isn’t a specific age that’s considered “best” for breast augmentation – it all depends on the patient and her unique needs/goals. Our plastic surgeons have performed breast augmentation surgery for women ranging in age from their early 20s to their 40s, 50s, and beyond. In each case, the timing was right for the individual’s stage of life and particular […]
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Many mothers expend a great deal of time and energy trying to regain the figure they had prior to pregnancy and breastfeeding. While diet and exercise can go a long way, oftentimes stubborn fat and excess skin are resistant to these efforts. A mommy makeover is designed to address many of the common bodily changes that occur during pregnancy, childbirth, […]
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Pregnancy and childbirth can be two of the most joyous occasions in a woman’s life. However, the body undergoes many changes during this time that can be difficult to reverse. Even with stringent diets and rigorous exercise, many women struggle to eliminate lingering excess skin and fat in certain areas of the body. In addition, breastfeeding can cause permanent volume […]
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