We all know there is a lot you can do with hair and makeup. But, did you ever consider that there is a lot you can do with your breasts? If you interview a group of plastic surgeons about breasts, you will be confounded by the number of ways to improve their appearance. Allure magazine… Read more »
Breast augmentation: why is it so misunderstood? The surgery of breast augmentation is really straightforward. However, like all decisions, sometimes what we objectively know is best is not what we want and so we make subjective decisions. Whenever we choose a variable that is not “objectively” ideal, we are making a subjective choice, which may… Read more »
1. Why are most breast implants below the muscle? Dr. Bortnick: Most breast implants are placed under the muscle because most women seeking breast implants prefer the most natural appearance possible. Common sense dictates that the thinner the tissue that covers the implants the more potential for visibility . Therefore, the thinner the woman the more… Read more »
Attempts to improve breast size and shape, dating back to the late 1880s and involving implant materials such as ivory, glass balls, ground rubber, ox cartilage and sponges, have come a long way. Recent statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) prove that enhanced breasts are no passing trend. From 2008 to… Read more »
Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, removes extra breast tissue and fat to restore a balanced breast that is proportional to the rest of the body. Overly large, pendulous breasts can be damaging to women emotionally and physically. Often times back pain, breast pain, shoulder pain, headaches, neck pain and rashes prompt women to inquire… Read more »
A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to lift the breast to a higher, more youthful position while restoring shape and firmness. As with all our procedures, the goal is to improve the patient’s happiness, self esteem, and quality of life. Many different techniques for performing this surgery are practiced today. While… Read more »
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure designed to restore or enlarge breasts, while keeping them natural in appearance and balanced and proportional to the body. At its heart, breast augmentation is meant to produce a balanced figure and shape, enhancing our clients’ self-esteem and improving their quality of life. Aging naturally changes the appearance of… Read more »
Last week’s quiz on the Smart Beauty Guide Facebook page not only raised this question, but also shed light on the need for more patient education regarding the importance of credentials. There are many questions and misconceptions about the two and many patients mistakenly believe that plastic surgeons and cosmetic surgeons are equal when they… Read more »
I am a female that has wanted to have breast reduction for many years, due to ongoing back pain despite regular chiropractic appointments, rashes under the breasts, inability to be fitted properly for a bra, my inability to find properly fitting clothing and my unhappiness with my personal appearance. I finally pursued these thoughts and… Read more »
The best candidates for plastic surgery are those who are interested in living a healthy lifestyle and want to look and feel their best. This is fortunate, because while plastic surgery can do a lot of things, it cannot guarantee a loss of cholesterol, a dramatic amount of weight-loss or remove dangerous visceral fat that… Read more »
