What happens when your silicone implant ruptures? [video]
As you can see from the video below, it’s very hard to rupture a silicone implant. Deforming the implants takes a great deal of pressure and rupturing them – well forget about it! Significant force, or a sharp object is necessary. This is why the “gummy bear” silicone implants are safer and more popular than […]
5 myths of breast augmentation
Here’s the list you’ve been waiting for! Five myths that many believe about breast augmentation, fed by bad info on the internet. The post below will help you wade through that information so you can make a better decision for yourself. 1. After I have a breast aug, I can no longer breastfeed Not […]
Breast Augmentation Revision [video]
For those of you considering breast augmentation, read this primer here. But for those who’ve already had that and are now considering a breast augmentation revision, continue reading! What does a breast augmentation revision entail? A breast augmentation revision can mean many things. First it depends on what the problem is. Did the implants […]
That time I posted boobs on LinkedIn [video]
I recently wrote an article for LinkedIn about women either opting for smaller breast implants or feeling satisfied with naturally smaller breasts. The topic was germane to how society perceives women with large vs small breasts and how this affects women in the workplace. The responses illustrated in the post’s comments were illuminating! What […]
Are smaller breasts really a new trend?
In this article from Today.com, “they” and “those in the know” are suggesting that women are requesting smaller breasts now. Specifically, more women are requesting to downsize their previous breast augmentation procedures. Why are women requesting smaller breasts? This isn’t brand new information. In fact, we discussed Victoria’s Secrets sagging fortunes in the larger […]
Shaped vs Round Silicone Breast Implants [video]
You can never explain the difference between shaped vs round silicone breast implants too many times! In fact, I created a YouTube video a couple years ago and when I watched it the other day, I realized how unnecessarily complicated I made it. So I’ve made a new one that you can see here or […]
What is capsular contracture?
A breast augmentation may seem like a pretty straightforward procedure and it often is. But a breast augmentation and lift can be a little trickier…especially if it’s a redo procedure! For example, a patient may have had a breast augmentation when she was young. But with kids and age, the breasts start to droop. Scar […]
Don’t believe the size tag on your bra!
If I had a nickel for every time a patient asked me what bra size they would be after their breast augmentation surgery, I’d probably have about $250 (you can do the math)! The problem has always been and will continue to be that bra sizes are different between manufacturers so I can’t tell them […]
Lip Augmentation: The natural way!
According to the doctors over at Botched on the E! channel, lip augmentation is now the most requested celebrity feature. I guess the “most requested celebrity feature” is a revolving door with buttocks and noses! Of course Kylie Jenner has galvanized this trend. And to think I defended her in this post, thinking she hadn’t […]