The natural effects of aging can cause a number of different effects. An undesirable effect of aging that women face is sagging breasts. While there is no doubt that aging can cause a woman’s breasts to droop, weight loss, breastfeeding, pregnancy, gravity and heredity are other causes. Fortunately, there is a solution to this problem, […]
Breast Augmentation: Silicone or Saline?
The choice of implant filler, implant size, shape, and other features will be determined based on your breast anatomy, body type, and your desired increase in size. Your lifestyle, goals, and personal preferences, as well as your plastic surgeon’s recommendations and sound surgical judgment are also determining factors. Both silicone and saline breast implants are […]
Top 10 most popular cosmetic procedures in U.S. – Surgical – 2. Breast augmentation
Number of procedures in 2011: 316,848 During breast augmentation, an incision is made by a surgeon who creates a pocket underneath the pectoral muscle for the implant to be inserted. Women can get either a saline or silicone-filled implant. Risks include scarring, infection and a potential need for the implants to be removed in the […]
Top 10 most popular cosmetic procedures in U.S. – Surgical – 5. Breast lift
Number of procedures in 2011: 127,054 During a breast lift, a surgeon makes incisions around the breast and areola to remove excess skin and shift the nipple and areola to a higher position. Skin that was formerly located above the areola is brought down and together beneath it to reshape the breast. Risks include bleeding, […]
Kick the smoking habit before your procedure
Did you know that smoking can impede the healing process after a plastic surgery procedure? That’s right, for the best possible outcome after your surgery it’s best to kick the habit to the curb. Surgeons at the University of Texas found that women smokers who underwent breast reconstruction after cancer surgery had higher rates of […]
