As I was jotting down ideas about possible blog topics, I thought it might be interesting to share the experience of one of my patients, Kim. Kim came to see me regarding her desire for a breast augmentation. After having two children and breastfeeding both of them, her breasts had lost their youthful shape and… Read More
The Answer to Your “Fixing inverted nipple” Search
I’m happy to say that I can answer that Google query. You’re not alone. This issue is a fairly common, and one that is not often talked about. It occurs in both men and women, and may cause people to feel self-conscious during intimate situations or at the pool/beach. Inverted nipples may be present at… Read More
The Answer to Your ‘Breast Reduction Surgery” Search
Plastic surgery, in its essence, is a surgical specialty that aims to improve the body’s form or function. Many of the procedures we do accomplish one or the other. Breast reduction typically does both, and is one of the few procedures we do that may actually eliminate patient discomfort. For all of these reasons, breast… Read More
Gummy Bear Implants… A Sweet Option to Consider for Your Breast Augmentation
Since their approval by the FDA in 2012, high-strength silicone gel implants, commonly referred to as “gummy bear” or “gummy” implants, have become increasingly popular due to their natural look and feel. These form-stable implants got their unique nickname because of their similarity in texture and feel to the classic candy. Like its namesake confection,… Read More
Common Questions about Breastfeeding after Breast Augmentation
Many women with breast implants assume that they cannot breastfeed or will have difficulty doing so. I am happy to say that most women who have augmented breasts can and do breastfeed their babies quite successfully. Here are three of the most common questions I hear from my patients with regard to breastfeeding after breast… Read More
Options for Aging Breast Implants
When patients are considering breast augmentation surgery I am often asked “How long will my implants last?” or “Is it true that I have to exchange my breast implants every ten years?” While the intent of performing this surgery is that you will have a lifelong result that will never require another operation, I always… Read More