Though it's commonly believed that breastfeeding adversely affects breast shape, a study published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal says differently. According to the study, other factors, such as body mass index, smoking habits, number of pregnancies, age, and pre-pregnancy cup size are the true factors in post-pregnancy breast droop.
Before this study, very little evidence existed as to whether breastfeeding actually had an affect on the aesthetics of the breast. But according to the study's lead author, plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Rinker, breast appearance is still one of the major reasons cited for women choosing not to breastfeed.
Though the decision to breastfeed is a very personal matter, the benefits are many. It not only provides essential nourishment for the baby, but protects the infant against illness, and offers the economic advantage of saving money on formula as well as health care costs.
Though breastfeeding may not be the cause of post-pregnancy breast droop, pregnancy still take it's toll on the appearance of the body. For mothers considering post-pregnancy cosmetic procedures such as liposuction, a breast lift or a tummy tuck, Orange County plastic surgeon at Dr. Ambe offers great information on their website. Or, consult plasticsurgery.org to locate a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
How Our Atlanta Plastic Surgeons Help Remove the ‘Guess Work’ of Breast Augmentation with Intimate Sizing Sessions
For body conscious women in Atlanta, breast augmentation can be frightening without an accurate way to gauge surgical results.
Fortunately, our intimate sizing sessions offer patients an immediate “glimpse” of their results-- thus allowing them to make better informed decisions before agreeing to elective surgery.
In the past, women seeking breast augmentation would simply bring in pictures of celebrities that were in the “ballpark” of their desired shape and size. However, there was no way to accurately gauge how a particular size or shape would truly look following an elective surgical procedure.
Fortunately, such “guess work” is no longer the case thanks to advances in interactive patient education. Our practice actually gives patients an opportunity to “try on” a variety of implants using a special sizing bra to see exactly how their new breasts would look and feel under clothing.
We’ve also noticed that our intimate sizing sessions really help to reduce anxiety and allow patients to feel more comfortable with their decision to undergo breast augmentation surgery.
That is because a patient doesn’t have to worry that she is inaccurately describing to us the way she wants her breasts to look. Once she’s tried on a few sizes and expressed her likes and dislikes, it’s much easier to be certain that we are all on the same page.
And almost immediately a patient can tell whether she wants to go larger or smaller or choose a different shape just by the way the breasts actually look and feel against her own body.
As reputable Atlanta plastic surgeons we want our patients to feel as comfortable as possible when undergoing elective breast augmentation surgery. We are no more interested in recovery room “surprises” than are any of the women that frequent our practice. And because client satisfaction is our ultimate goal, we are willing to invest in the necessary technology to make that happen.
For further information on Atlanta breast augmentation or the intimate sizing session used at the Swan Center for Plastic Surgery, please call (770) 667-0904 or toll-free (800) 816-1057.
Fortunately, our intimate sizing sessions offer patients an immediate “glimpse” of their results-- thus allowing them to make better informed decisions before agreeing to elective surgery.
In the past, women seeking breast augmentation would simply bring in pictures of celebrities that were in the “ballpark” of their desired shape and size. However, there was no way to accurately gauge how a particular size or shape would truly look following an elective surgical procedure.
Fortunately, such “guess work” is no longer the case thanks to advances in interactive patient education. Our practice actually gives patients an opportunity to “try on” a variety of implants using a special sizing bra to see exactly how their new breasts would look and feel under clothing.
We’ve also noticed that our intimate sizing sessions really help to reduce anxiety and allow patients to feel more comfortable with their decision to undergo breast augmentation surgery.
That is because a patient doesn’t have to worry that she is inaccurately describing to us the way she wants her breasts to look. Once she’s tried on a few sizes and expressed her likes and dislikes, it’s much easier to be certain that we are all on the same page.
And almost immediately a patient can tell whether she wants to go larger or smaller or choose a different shape just by the way the breasts actually look and feel against her own body.
As reputable Atlanta plastic surgeons we want our patients to feel as comfortable as possible when undergoing elective breast augmentation surgery. We are no more interested in recovery room “surprises” than are any of the women that frequent our practice. And because client satisfaction is our ultimate goal, we are willing to invest in the necessary technology to make that happen.
For further information on Atlanta breast augmentation or the intimate sizing session used at the Swan Center for Plastic Surgery, please call (770) 667-0904 or toll-free (800) 816-1057.
Monday, June 1, 2009
New Saline Breast Implants-- Will they Look as Good as Silicone Gel?
A clinical trial for a new type of saline breast implant is currently being conducted by select plastic surgeons across the country. This new implant was designed to offer the safety of saline with the more natural-looking results of silicone gel. Though Silicone gel implants have been FDA approved since 2006, and are commonly seen as the offering a better aesthetic result, a recent study shows that the majority of breast augmentations are still being performed using saline implants instead. This implies that concerns over the safety of silicone gel implants still exist in the minds of many, impacting implant choice for many surgeons and patients.
This new implant, however, called the IDEAL IMPLANT®, attempts to offer the best of both worlds. It is filled entirely with saline-- a substance natural to the human body, yet is designed to prevent the "sloshing" issues which often occur with saline implants by using several silicone shells nested within one another. The design is also intended to conform better to the chest wall, reducing the wrinkling issues also common with traditional saline implants.
These new implants are being tested in 500 women by plastic surgeons in Texas, Florida and California.
For now, traditional saline and silicone gel breast implants are still the options to choose from. If you are considering breast augmentation, Columbus, OH plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffery Donaldson offers great information on his website. Or, consult plasticsurgery.org to locate a board certified plastic surgeon near you.
This new implant, however, called the IDEAL IMPLANT®, attempts to offer the best of both worlds. It is filled entirely with saline-- a substance natural to the human body, yet is designed to prevent the "sloshing" issues which often occur with saline implants by using several silicone shells nested within one another. The design is also intended to conform better to the chest wall, reducing the wrinkling issues also common with traditional saline implants.
These new implants are being tested in 500 women by plastic surgeons in Texas, Florida and California.
For now, traditional saline and silicone gel breast implants are still the options to choose from. If you are considering breast augmentation, Columbus, OH plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffery Donaldson offers great information on his website. Or, consult plasticsurgery.org to locate a board certified plastic surgeon near you.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Breast Reduction for African Americans
According to recent statistics, cosmetic surgery for African Americans increased 10% in 2008. In a year when plastic surgery as a whole experienced a significant drop, the increase in African American and other ethnic patients has drawn quite a bit of attention. And though breast augmentation was the top surgical procedure performed in 2008 as a whole, statistics show breast reduction is more commonly sought by African American women than augmentation.
Breast reduction surgery can not only offer cosmetic benefits to patients, but medical benefits as well, relieving back and neck pain caused by the extra weight of larger breasts. Though breast reduction is a popular procedure among African American women, many still shy away from the procedure due to anxieties over scarring. Though scarring is often more noticeable in those with darker skin, steps can be taken to lower this risk. Precautions such as limiting sutures near the skin's surface, as well as advanced wound management techniques can help minimize the risk of noticeable scarring in African Americans. Breast reduction using liposuction only is another option to consider. This procedure offers minimal scarring and can alleviate back and neck pain caused by excess breast weight. Though this option is effective in some instances, it is not recommended for women who seek a lifting of the breasts as well as reduction.
As more and more African Americans seek out cosmetic procedures, plastic surgery techniques and sensibilities are evolving to meet the demand. If you are considering cosmetic procedures, such as rhinoplasty, breast reduction or breast augmentation, Atlanta plastic surgeons at The Swan Center offer great information on their website. Or, consult plasticsurgery.org to locate a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
Breast reduction surgery can not only offer cosmetic benefits to patients, but medical benefits as well, relieving back and neck pain caused by the extra weight of larger breasts. Though breast reduction is a popular procedure among African American women, many still shy away from the procedure due to anxieties over scarring. Though scarring is often more noticeable in those with darker skin, steps can be taken to lower this risk. Precautions such as limiting sutures near the skin's surface, as well as advanced wound management techniques can help minimize the risk of noticeable scarring in African Americans. Breast reduction using liposuction only is another option to consider. This procedure offers minimal scarring and can alleviate back and neck pain caused by excess breast weight. Though this option is effective in some instances, it is not recommended for women who seek a lifting of the breasts as well as reduction.
As more and more African Americans seek out cosmetic procedures, plastic surgery techniques and sensibilities are evolving to meet the demand. If you are considering cosmetic procedures, such as rhinoplasty, breast reduction or breast augmentation, Atlanta plastic surgeons at The Swan Center offer great information on their website. Or, consult plasticsurgery.org to locate a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck are Not Covered by Health Insurance
According to a recent Fox News story, four US women were arrested for an insurance scam where they billed the Culinary Union’s health insurance program for cosmetic procedures performed in Mexico. Two of the women were from Las Vegas and the other two from California. The four have been charged with numerous offenses including mail and health care fraud.
One of the accused, Rebeca Acosta, allegedly arranged meetings with potential cosmetic surgery patients, telling them the insurance program would cover the expenses of such procedures as breast augmentation and tummy tuck surgery if the patients agreed to pay an upfront fee. The procedures were performed in Mexico and claims were submitted to the health insurance program. According to the article, $4.9 was billed to the company for "out of country emergency procedures."
Except in cases of reconstructive surgery, such as breast reconstruction after mastectomy, breast augmentation is considered elective, and therefore, not covered. Tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is an elective surgery as well. Though insurance will not cover these procedures, most plastic surgeons offer financing options. For more information on actual financing options for breast augmentation and abdominoplasty, Boston plastic surgeon Dr. Moss offers information on his website.
One of the accused, Rebeca Acosta, allegedly arranged meetings with potential cosmetic surgery patients, telling them the insurance program would cover the expenses of such procedures as breast augmentation and tummy tuck surgery if the patients agreed to pay an upfront fee. The procedures were performed in Mexico and claims were submitted to the health insurance program. According to the article, $4.9 was billed to the company for "out of country emergency procedures."
Except in cases of reconstructive surgery, such as breast reconstruction after mastectomy, breast augmentation is considered elective, and therefore, not covered. Tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is an elective surgery as well. Though insurance will not cover these procedures, most plastic surgeons offer financing options. For more information on actual financing options for breast augmentation and abdominoplasty, Boston plastic surgeon Dr. Moss offers information on his website.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Pre-Consultation Sizing: Stop Fretting About Getting Breast Implants
If you’re considering going under the knife to get bigger breasts, you’ve probably been obsessing over it night and day. Besides the all-important concerns with size, you probably have a lot of questions, like -
• “How big should I go?”
• “How big is too big?“
• “Will they look natural?”
• “Will I look too fat?”
• “How will my clothes fit after surgery?”
• “How will other folks react to my fuller bust?”
• “Will people even notice I’ve had a boob job?”
• “How do I tell my friends and family?”
There are ways to find out the answers to these questions even before you step into the surgeon’s office for your consultation. Many women try out home tests using pantyhose filled with rice and other methods, but these are arbitrary and inaccurate ways to get the answers you need, especially when there are more scientific ways available to you.
One option you can use right now is the Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit – a complete pre-consultation sizing system that comes with implants, a sizing bra and educational products that give more information of what to expect from breast augmentation.
The Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit was created to guide women interested in breast augmentation test-drive their dreams of having a fuller figure a using scientifically-designed sizing system.
With the Natrelle® kit, you can try on different sizes of implants in the comfort of your bedroom and see how they look and feel without even stepping into a doctor’s office. Imagine going about your daily tasks as usual, and seeing the look on other people’s faces when they notice your bigger bust - before ever getting a cut with a scalpel.
Yes, we’ve all tried stuffing our bras with tissue or other “fillers” at some point. But when you’re considering life-changing surgery, you really want to be sure if augmentation is the right option for you, before you shell out hundreds of dollars on consultations.
For less than the cost of a meal, the Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit can help you find out all the answers to the questions above. Go to www.natrelle.com/kit to order yours now.
• “How big should I go?”
• “How big is too big?“
• “Will they look natural?”
• “Will I look too fat?”
• “How will my clothes fit after surgery?”
• “How will other folks react to my fuller bust?”
• “Will people even notice I’ve had a boob job?”
• “How do I tell my friends and family?”
There are ways to find out the answers to these questions even before you step into the surgeon’s office for your consultation. Many women try out home tests using pantyhose filled with rice and other methods, but these are arbitrary and inaccurate ways to get the answers you need, especially when there are more scientific ways available to you.
One option you can use right now is the Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit – a complete pre-consultation sizing system that comes with implants, a sizing bra and educational products that give more information of what to expect from breast augmentation.
The Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit was created to guide women interested in breast augmentation test-drive their dreams of having a fuller figure a using scientifically-designed sizing system.
With the Natrelle® kit, you can try on different sizes of implants in the comfort of your bedroom and see how they look and feel without even stepping into a doctor’s office. Imagine going about your daily tasks as usual, and seeing the look on other people’s faces when they notice your bigger bust - before ever getting a cut with a scalpel.
Yes, we’ve all tried stuffing our bras with tissue or other “fillers” at some point. But when you’re considering life-changing surgery, you really want to be sure if augmentation is the right option for you, before you shell out hundreds of dollars on consultations.
For less than the cost of a meal, the Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit can help you find out all the answers to the questions above. Go to www.natrelle.com/kit to order yours now.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Screaming Baby Cellphone Ring-- Will it Increase You Breast Size?
Japanese researcher Hideto Tomabechi, an expert in subliminals, proposes the idea that a woman's physiological response to the sound of babies crying could be the next new thing in non-surgical breast enhancement. By distilling the "most active parts" of a baby's cry and incorporating them into a cellphone ring, Tomabechi believes women's breast size may increase due to their bodies' physiological response. Combined with the number of time young Japanese women hear their cellphones ring each day (up to 40 some studies show), Tomabechi believes he may just be onto something.
Breast augmentation is not the only issue Hideto Tomabechi has focused on so far in his famed career. He was once called upon to help deprogram members of the Aum Shinrikyo cult in Japan, known for the 1995 subway sarin gas attacks in Tokyo. Along with the breast enhancement ringtones, he's also developed ringtones to subliminally improve memory, improve one's attractiveness to the opposite sex, stop smoking and cure baldness.
To hear what the breast enhancement ringtone sounds like, click here. If you'd like more information on more traditional forms of breast augmentation, Atlanta plastic surgeons at The Swan Center offer great information on their website. Or, visit plasticsurgery.org to locate a surgeon in your area.
Breast augmentation is not the only issue Hideto Tomabechi has focused on so far in his famed career. He was once called upon to help deprogram members of the Aum Shinrikyo cult in Japan, known for the 1995 subway sarin gas attacks in Tokyo. Along with the breast enhancement ringtones, he's also developed ringtones to subliminally improve memory, improve one's attractiveness to the opposite sex, stop smoking and cure baldness.
To hear what the breast enhancement ringtone sounds like, click here. If you'd like more information on more traditional forms of breast augmentation, Atlanta plastic surgeons at The Swan Center offer great information on their website. Or, visit plasticsurgery.org to locate a surgeon in your area.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Breast Augmentation Most Sought Plastic Surgery in 2008
According to a survey conducted by the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, breast augmentation was the most popular plastic surgical procedure in 2008, with 356,000 procedures performed. Though this is an 11 percent drop from the previous year, breast augmentation still managed to creep ahead of liposuction, which was at the top of the list in 2007. As cosmetic surgery takes a hit due to the county's economic crisis, many men and women who would normally undergo liposuction are finding exercise a less expensive option, causing liposuction dropped 22 percent since last year. Breast augmentation, on the other hand, cannot easily be replaced by diet, exercise or other non-surgical options.
Though, over all, the economy has hurt the plastic surgery industry, some women are seeking breast augmentation and other cosmetic procedures to remain competitive in the job market according to Dr. Alan Gold, the society president, saying "A number of women are now looking at breast augmentation after childbearing years..(p)eople are more focused on the aging-related changes that allow them to keep competitive in the job market.”
According to the study, women still seek cosmetic procedures at a far greater number than men, accounting for over 90% of all procedures performed. Women most commonly seek breast augmentation, followed by liposuction, eyelid surgery, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and breast reduction respectively.
The most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedure, according to the study, was Botox injections.
For more information on surgical or non-surgical cosmetic procedures, such as Botox, liposuction or breast augmentation, Murrieta plastic surgeon Dr. Eichenberg offers procedure information as well as before and after photos on his website.
Though, over all, the economy has hurt the plastic surgery industry, some women are seeking breast augmentation and other cosmetic procedures to remain competitive in the job market according to Dr. Alan Gold, the society president, saying "A number of women are now looking at breast augmentation after childbearing years..(p)eople are more focused on the aging-related changes that allow them to keep competitive in the job market.”
According to the study, women still seek cosmetic procedures at a far greater number than men, accounting for over 90% of all procedures performed. Women most commonly seek breast augmentation, followed by liposuction, eyelid surgery, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and breast reduction respectively.
The most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedure, according to the study, was Botox injections.
For more information on surgical or non-surgical cosmetic procedures, such as Botox, liposuction or breast augmentation, Murrieta plastic surgeon Dr. Eichenberg offers procedure information as well as before and after photos on his website.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Is TUBA Breast Augmentation Right for You?
For many women considering breast augmentation, scarring on the breast can be a major drawback. Most breast augmentation procedures require incisions along either the breast crease or the edge of the areola. And though these incisions are carefully placed to be as hidden from view as possible, they are still a deterrent to many who consider undergoing breast augmentation. TUBA (transumbilical breast augmentation)is an endoscopic procedure requiring only a small navel incision rather than a breast incision. The breast implants (silicone only) are inserted through a small belly button incision and tunneled to proper position using an endoscope. Many report the tiny navel incision as nearly imperceptible. And along with reduced scarring, this minimally invasive procedure requires a shorter, less painful recovery than other breast augmentation procedures making it a tempting option. But is TUBA breast augmentation really the best option for you? To help answer that question, here is a list of pros and cons to consider.
Pros:
*no breast scar and minimal scarring at all. This procedures is often referred to as "scarless" because the incision is hidden in the natural folds of the navel.
*only one scar needed rather than one for each breast.
*shorter, easier recovery in many cases.
*decreased risk of damage to breast nerves and milk ducts.
*implants can be placed either above or below pectoral muscle, though some surgeons will only place them above the muscle.
Cons:
*not all surgeons are properly trained to perform this type of procedure.
*cannot be used with silicone implants.
*cannot be performed with breast lift.
*complications such as "bottoming-out", capsular contracture, and improper placement of implants cannot be corrected using same incision.
If you are currently exploring your options for breast augmentation, Hampton Roads experts at Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads can answer your questions.
Pros:
*no breast scar and minimal scarring at all. This procedures is often referred to as "scarless" because the incision is hidden in the natural folds of the navel.
*only one scar needed rather than one for each breast.
*shorter, easier recovery in many cases.
*decreased risk of damage to breast nerves and milk ducts.
*implants can be placed either above or below pectoral muscle, though some surgeons will only place them above the muscle.
Cons:
*not all surgeons are properly trained to perform this type of procedure.
*cannot be used with silicone implants.
*cannot be performed with breast lift.
*complications such as "bottoming-out", capsular contracture, and improper placement of implants cannot be corrected using same incision.
If you are currently exploring your options for breast augmentation, Hampton Roads experts at Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads can answer your questions.
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Avoid "Bargain" Breast Augmentation
Choosing a plastic surgeon to perform you breast augmentation based solely on price can end up being physically, emotionally and financially costly in the end. Though breast augmentation is a very popular procedure, it takes skill and care to perform correctly, and mistakes can be difficult to correct. For those considering breast augmentation, New Jersey plastic surgeon Dr. Paul Parker recommends researching your surgeon well so your augmentation can be performed correctly the first time.
Speaking of the difficulty breast augmentation revision surgery poses, Dr. Parker says, "Once the pocket for the breast augmentation is made, it is...difficult to re-make. A revision can only correct so much - it can only be so good. I would much rather be the first surgeon who creates the pocket for the implants than to be the surgeon making a correction."
To ensure the best breast augmentation results the first time around, it is important to explore your reasons for choosing a particular plastic surgeon. Though it may be tempting to opt for a "bargain" deal, price should not be the main selling point; quality should.
Speaking of the difficulty breast augmentation revision surgery poses, Dr. Parker says, "Once the pocket for the breast augmentation is made, it is...difficult to re-make. A revision can only correct so much - it can only be so good. I would much rather be the first surgeon who creates the pocket for the implants than to be the surgeon making a correction."
To ensure the best breast augmentation results the first time around, it is important to explore your reasons for choosing a particular plastic surgeon. Though it may be tempting to opt for a "bargain" deal, price should not be the main selling point; quality should.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Why Were Silicone Implants Banned?
If you've been following the news, you probably know that silicone breast implants were once banned in the US. A few years ago, however, they were re-approved by the FDA for the market. Are silicone implants really that dangerous?
The reason they were banned in the 90's was that they were believed to cause health problems. Some doctors felt that breast implants were linked to cancer, immune system problems and degenerative diseases such as lupus. The fear became so serious that silicone implants were taken off the market until more research could be done.
Bureaucracy works slowly, and even after studies were done, it took years before silicone implants were back on the market. It also didn't help that Washington is full of anti-implant lobbyists. Implants were cleared of any wrong-doing; no link was found. For some folks, fears about silicone implants' safety still linger.
If there is a risk, why do so many women choose silicone? Silicone implants are more popular than saline implants because they simply look and feel more natural. Saline implants are harder and make you look more top-heavy instead of natural.
Saline implants have been proven to be safe, but if you are still concerned about it, talk to your plastic surgeon. If you're thinking about getting implants, check out silicone and saline, and decide which feels the most natural for you.
For more information about the safety of saline or silicone gel breast implants, Houston breast augmentation specialist, Dr. Basu can answer your questions.
The reason they were banned in the 90's was that they were believed to cause health problems. Some doctors felt that breast implants were linked to cancer, immune system problems and degenerative diseases such as lupus. The fear became so serious that silicone implants were taken off the market until more research could be done.
Bureaucracy works slowly, and even after studies were done, it took years before silicone implants were back on the market. It also didn't help that Washington is full of anti-implant lobbyists. Implants were cleared of any wrong-doing; no link was found. For some folks, fears about silicone implants' safety still linger.
If there is a risk, why do so many women choose silicone? Silicone implants are more popular than saline implants because they simply look and feel more natural. Saline implants are harder and make you look more top-heavy instead of natural.
Saline implants have been proven to be safe, but if you are still concerned about it, talk to your plastic surgeon. If you're thinking about getting implants, check out silicone and saline, and decide which feels the most natural for you.
For more information about the safety of saline or silicone gel breast implants, Houston breast augmentation specialist, Dr. Basu can answer your questions.
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