Allergan removes textured breast implants from market [video]
Allergan, the maker of Botox, Juvederm and breast implants is removing their textured breast implants from the market. The news was first reported by the NY Times. Keep reading to get the details of why they’re being removed from the market and what it means for you. Textured breast implants First, this doesn’t apply […]
5 myths about breast augmentation debunked [video]
1. They cause cancer Breast implants don’t cause the typical type of breast cancer that the vast majority of women have. A very rare form of cancer known as lymphoma, which is more of an overgrowth of lymphatic tissue like lymph nodes that can occur anywhere in the body, can also appear, under certain circumstances, […]
Infraareolar vs Inframammary Breast Augmentation
I know those words are a mouthful, no pun intended. However, if you’re researching breast augmentation, you’ll want to know your options. Both of these breast augmentation techniques involve an incision on the breast, not through the armpit. They’re both great for a straightforward breast augmentation. In other words, no lift, which can be accomplished […]
Breast augmentation with areola lift
Interested in breast rejuvenation in the New Year? Depending on your goals, you have several options as seen in this previous blog post. But if one areola is just slightly lower than the other, you can benefit from an areola lift without a more extensive lift. Are you a candidate for an areola lift? […]
Lowering the Inframammary Fold in Breast Augmentation
Whenever we physicians, attend a plastic surgery meeting, we’re on the lookout for new techniques. Often there is live surgery focusing on the latest in breast augmentation. However, when a doctor is demonstrating their technique, they demonstrate on a perfectly symmetrical patient. The breasts are symmetrical. The inframammary folds are in the ideal position. There’s […]
Breast augmentation and belly button piercing removal combo procedure!
Patients have limited time off for surgery. So it’s natural to address as many concerns as possible during combination procedures. One combination procedure that may not be as recognizable as a Mommy Makeover but just as common is the belly button piercing removal done at the same time as a breast augmentation. There are more […]