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If you are considering breast augmentation, one of the most important decisions you will have to make is whether to choose silicone or saline implants. Although personal preference has a lot to do with this decision, if you want natural looking results it’s important to ask your surgeon – What’s more natural looking, silicone or saline implants.

Why choose breast augmentation

Many women that are unhappy with the appearance of their breasts choose to undergo breast augmentation to make their breasts fuller and shapelier. So it’s not surprising that breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed in the US.

Saline and silicone implants are the two basic types of breast implants.

Silicone implants

Silicone implants are filled with silicone gel, and have an outer shell made of silicone that may be smooth or textured. There are different types of silicone breast implants, which are available in a range of sizes, so every patient should be able to find their ideal fit.

Silicone gel has a thick consistency, so the gel does not leak from the shell if a rupture occurs. As a result, breast augmentation patients that opt for silicone implants are generally advised to have regular ultrasound or MRI screenings, in order to identify any problems with the implants.

Silicone breast implants are FDA cleared for breast augmentation patients 22 years and older.

Silicone implants are pre-filled, so when being inserted, they often require a larger incision than saline implants.

Saline Implants

Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water, but have an outer shell of silicone. The sterile salt water is very safe, and if the implant ruptures the saline solution leaks out, but is harmlessly absorbed by the body.

Saline implants are filled at the time of surgery, which makes them more flexible, as they can be adjusted to the desired size.

Saline breast implants are recommended for women 18 years of age and older.

Unlike silicone implants, saline implants present a higher risk of visible rippling when they are placed beneath very thin skin.

What’s more natural looking, silicone or saline implants

One of the factors patients undergoing breast augmentation consider when deciding between silicone and saline implants is the look and feel of the implants. Most of the women that have undergone breast augmentation agree that silicone breast implants look and feel more natural than saline breast implants.

Why do silicone implants look more natural?

Silicone implants look more natural because they slope in the upper portion like the normal breast. Saline implants are tend to create a full, round look in the upper pole of the breasts which can make the breasts look unnatural.

The ease of movement is another factor that makes breasts look more natural. Saline implants tend to be softer than silicone implants, so they give the breasts a more natural appearance. They are also more moveable and can therefore replicate the mobility of normal breasts.

Saline implants are more prone to rippling so when the wrinkles are visible through the skin it gives the breasts an unnatural look.

Although silicone implants are considered the ideal option for patients wanting a subtle, natural look there are other factors that can determine breast augmentation results. This includes:

• Implant size: Choosing breast implants that enhance overall body proportions is a critical factor in ensuring natural results. Breast implants that are too large can create a ‘top heavy’ look.
• Implant shape: Tear drop shaped breast implants are tapered as they have more volume at the bottom than at the top of the breast, which is similar to the natural breast.
• Implant profile: The breast profile refers to the degree to which the implants project outward from the chest wall. Profiles may be low, moderate, high, or extra high. Implants with a low or moderate profile generally look more natural.

Would you like to learn more about saline and silicone breast implants?

If you are in the Sacramento or Roseville, CA areas, contact board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rudy Coscia for a consultation.

You can reach Dr. Coscia at www.drrudycoscia.com, or by calling 916-929-1833 for the Sacramento office, or 916-773-5559 for the office in Roseville.

Are you tired of the way your breasts are sagging? If you feel anxious and uncomfortable about the problem, you can correct it with a breast lift. Age, significant weight loss, and pregnancy can all make the breasts sag and look droopy, but a breast lift is a fantastic way to get them looking full and perky again. If you’re wondering if you are a candidate for a breast lift, we offer some useful guidelines below.

What is a breast lift?

A breast lift is a procedure that elevates and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin, and repositioning the nipple. Breast lift surgery focuses on adjusting the position of the breasts so that they are firm, rounded, and appear more youthful.

A breast lift can be performed alone, but is sometimes combined with breast augmentation to achieve optimal breast enhancement. Breast augmentation is typically recommended for patients that also want to increase the size of their breasts.

Are you a Candidate for a Breast Lift?

Breast lift surgery addresses breasts that are sagging and have lost volume. It’s the ideal procedure for women that are happy with the size of their breasts, but would like to lift them so that they look perky and more youthful.

If you have any of the following symptoms, you may qualify as a candidate for breast lift surgery.

• Sagging, droopy breasts.
• Nipples that point downward.
• Asymmetrical breasts. This means that the breasts are uneven, so one breast may be in a higher position than the other.
• Breasts are flat or deflated at the top.
• Enlarged areola. The areola is the darker, circular area that surrounds the nipple. It often increases in size during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

When to consider a breast lift

A breast lift would be the answer for you if you have sagging breasts in the aftermath of childbirth. Hormone fluctuations during pregnancy and breastfeeding can cause the breasts to swell and shrink in cycles, resulting in a change in breast size and firmness. The breasts often become weighed down due to all these changes and are not able to snap back into shape, so they are never quite the same. A breast lift can restore the pre-pregnancy appearance of the breasts.

If you have undergone dramatic weight loss that has left you with a lot of excess, sagging skin, you may be a good candidate for a breast lift. Weight loss can cause the breasts to sag and hang down very low. A breast lift will elevate them to a more natural position on the chest wall.

The skin often loses elasticity with age, causing the breasts to become pendulous and less firm. A breast lift can address the descent of the breasts brought on by the passage of time, and give them a more youthful appearance.

Candidates for breast lift surgery should also be in good overall health, and have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery.

If you are considering a breast lift, your prospective plastic surgeon will discuss your aesthetic goals and perform an evaluation during your initial consultation, to determine whether a breast lift would be right for you.

What’s involved in breast lift surgery?

Breast lift surgery involves removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple-areolar complex. It is an outpatient procedure that is usually done under general anesthesia.

There are several approaches that can be used to perform breast lift surgery including the popular anchor lift, and the lollipop lift. The incisions for the anchor lift are made around the edge of the areola, down the front of the breast and then along the breast crease. It is the ideal option for patients that have significant sagging.

The incisions for the lollipop lift are made around the areola, and a vertical incision is made along the underside of the breast. The lollipop lift is recommended for patients with mild-to moderate sagging of the breasts.

If you live in or around the greater Houston metro area and have questions about the breast lift procedure, please call Correa Plastic Surgery, The Woodlands, TX, for a consultation.

Call (281) 918-8803 today to set up a consultation with Dr. Bryan Correa.

Breast augmentation continues to be the most popular cosmetic procedure, and it only gets better. Women can personalize their look and get the results they desire, because of the extensive range of breast implants now available. So one of the top questions women ask their plastic surgeon is – Which type of breast implant should I get.

Which type of breast implants should you get?

There are various types of breast implants, and they are available in different sizes, shapes, textures, and brands.

Below are some of the facts women should review when deciding the type of implant to get.

Silicone or saline implants

Silicone implants contain silicone gel and are FDA approved for women 22 years and older. One of the main advantages of these implants is that they feel more like natural breast tissue than saline implants. However, there are some disadvantages. It is difficult to detect a rupture with a silicone implant, because the silicone gel tends to remain in place. Also, the incisions may be somewhat larger when compared to those required for silicone implants.

Saline implants are approved for women 18 years and older, and contain sterile salt water. They are filled at the time of surgery and can therefore be inserted through somewhat smaller incisions. It’s a lot easier to spot a rupture with a saline implant, because the solution leaks out of the shell causing it to deflate. The saline solution can be absorbed by the body without any side-effects.

Implant shape – Round or tear-drop shaped implants

Round breast implants are circular all around, while tear-drop (anatomical) shaped implants are narrow at the top, and wider at the bottom. Although teardrop implants look more like the natural breast, round implants are actually the more popular choice.

When determining which breast implant shape is best for you, it’s helpful to consider how well it will suit your body type, as well as the incision technique that will be used.

Implant size

Although choosing the right size breast implant is a very personal one, there are still some factors patients need to consider. The amount of breast tissue you already have is important, as the tissue must be able to provide proper support for the implant.

If the implant is too large to be accommodated by the breast tissue, it will cause the skin to stretch and surgery may be needed to correct the problem.
Implants that are too large in comparison to the amount of breast tissue may increase the risk of surgical complications.

Your plastic surgeon is a very good resource in helping to determine the right size breast implant for you, as they can take specific measurements to assess dimensions that can guide your decision.

Implant Texture

Breast implants typically have either a smooth or rough, textured surface. There is no consensus among plastic surgeons regarding which implant texture is superior. However, research indicates that smooth implants are more likely to be affected by a complication known as capsular contracture. Capsular contracture occurs when the scar tissue that naturally forms around the breast implant tightens, causing the breast to feel hard.

Textured implants are also beneficial, because they stay in place much better than smooth implants. Despite this, smooth implants are the more popular choice today.

Your plastic surgeon will review the risks of smooth and textured implants to help you decide which would be best for you.

Implant Profile

The profile of the breast implant refers to the degree to which the implant projects forward from the chest wall, in relation to the base width of the implant.

There are several implant profiles to choose from including low, moderate, moderate-plus, high, and ultra-high. High profile implants are narrower at the base and provide optimal projection from the body, while low profile implants have less projection and a wider base width. The other implant profiles are variations of these extremes.

The type of implant profile you choose will depend on your body characteristics, as well as the type of results you are looking for.

If you are in the San Francisco or Walnut Creek CA areas, contact board certified plastic surgeon Andrew Barnett MD, to find out more about breast augmentation surgery and breast implants.

Call (415) 879-8735 today to set up a consultation.

Have you had a mastectomy and you’re now considering breast reconstruction? If yes, it’s important to get all the facts and weigh the pros and cons of the various breast reconstruction options. Take the time to find out how surgery will affect you physically and emotionally, and make sure you know what to expect during breast reconstruction.

What is breast reconstruction?

Breast reconstruction is a procedure that restores breast shape and tissue after a mastectomy. A mastectomy is done to remove the breast, usually as treatment after a breast cancer diagnosis. Women that undergo a mastectomy often experience emotional distress, and feel a diminished sense of femininity. Breast reconstruction is an uplifting experience that can improve their body image and self-esteem.

When to have breast reconstruction

Breast reconstruction may be done at the same time of the mastectomy, or at a later date. The timing of breast reconstruction should be discussed with an oncologist, but also depends on the personal preference of the patient. Women that opt to have breast reconstruction at the time of their mastectomy generally get better cosmetic results.

Breast reconstruction options

The breasts can be reconstructed with implants, or by using natural tissue from the patient’s body.

What to expect during breast reconstruction

Breast reconstruction with implants forms the breasts using implants that are filled with either silicone gel (silicone implants), or sterile saltwater (saline implants). It is a complex process that consists of two surgeries. The first procedure is done to insert a tissue expander.

Use of tissue expanders

Tissue expanders are an integral part of breast reconstruction with implants. They are used to expand the breast skin and muscle, to better accommodate the breast implant. The temporary expanders are made of silicone, and are placed below the chest muscle and gradually filled with saline solution over the following weeks.

Once the desired size has been reached, another surgical procedure is done to remove the expander, and replace it with a breast implant.

Recovery after tissue reconstruction with implants varies, depending on the extent of the procedure performed. Patients generally experience tiredness and soreness after implant surgery, and this may last for approximately 2 weeks. Most women are able to resume normal activities within 6-8 weeks of surgery.

Breast reconstruction using tissue flaps

Breast reconstruction may also be done using the autologous or flap construction technique in which skin, fat, and occasionally muscle from another part of the body, is used to rebuild the breast. The tissue used for the procedure is referred to as the flap, and is typically taken from the abdomen, thighs, back, or buttocks. The tissue and fat may be entirely removed from the original blood supply, or may remain attached to the blood vessels.

There are different flap construction techniques, including the popular deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap. With the DIEP flap construction method, skin and fat is taken from the lower abdomen to form the breast. No muscle is used for this technique, so the abdominal muscle is left intact.

The transverse rectus abdominis (TRAM) flap is another flap reconstruction method that uses skin and fat from the abdominal region, to recreate the breast. However, TRAM also uses a portion of the rectus abdominis muscle in the lower abdomen, and this does have the potential to affect function in the abdominal region.

Comparing breast reconstruction options

Natural tissue flaps look and feel a lot more like the natural breast tissue. The results of flap reconstruction are generally permanent, but breast implants sometimes have to be replaced due to complications.

Which breast reconstruction option is right for you?

The best breast reconstruction option for you will depend on your specific situation, body type, and needs. Be sure to consult with a plastic surgeon that specializes in breast reconstruction, so that you know what to expect with the various options, as this will allow you to make an informed decision.

Would you like more information on breast reconstruction?

If you are in the El Paso, TX area, contact El Paso Cosmetic Surgery for more information on the available options.

Call (915) 800-0617 today to set up a consultation with Dr. Ozan Sozer.

There are several types of breast enhancement procedures available, so understandably patients are sometimes confused about the purpose of the various options. Breast revision surgery and breast reconstruction are two surgeries that are routinely performed.

Understanding the difference between breast revision surgery and breast Reconstruction

Breast revision surgery

Breast revision surgery is a procedure that is done to revise the appearance of the breasts after an original breast augmentation surgery. This may involve changing the size of breast implants, or addressing complications.

Some women are disappointed with the outcome of their breast augmentation surgery and undergo breast revision to adjust the implant size. Others may experience complications such as breast implant rupture or rippling, capsular contracture, loss of symmetry, or the movement of the implant.

Patients are generally advised to wait at least 6-12 months before considering breast revision surgery, as the implants take time to settle into a natural position.

The procedure

There are several options that can be used to perform breast revision surgery and the choice will depend on the issues being corrected, and the aesthetic goals of the patient.

Surgery may sometimes simply involve switching out implants in preference for a larger or smaller size. At other times surgery is done to correct a problem like capsular contracture.

Capsular contracture occurs as a result of the formation of scar tissue around the breast implant, which can harden and squeeze the implant. A capsulectomy is done to address capsular contracture, by removing the scar tissue.

Recovery

Recovery time after breast revision varies, depending on the type of revision done. The breasts are normally covered with gauze after the procedure, and a surgical sports bra is worn for at least 4 weeks. This provides support for the breasts, and helps to minimize swelling.

Breast reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is a surgical option for women that have had a mastectomy. It creates a breast mound, and restores breast shape and symmetry. Implants and autologous ’flap’ reconstruction are the two major options for breast reconstruction.

Although the goal of breast reconstruction is to rebuild the breast so that it is similar in appearance to the remaining breast, the results are sometimes variable.

The decision to undergo breast reconstruction is a very personal one. Some women opt to have the procedure done at the time of the mastectomy, while others choose to have breast reconstruction at a later date, or not at all.

Breast reconstruction with implants

Breast implants come in various shapes and sizes. The main types of implants are saline and silicone implants. Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water and silicone implants are filled with silicone gel. Silicone implants are often preferred, because they are softer and feel a lot like natural breast tissue.

Breast reconstruction with implants is a 3 step process that starts with tissue expansion. This involves using a temporary tissue expander to stretch the breast tissue and muscle, to accommodate the implant. The tissue expander is placed below the skin and chest muscle, and is gradually blown up with saline solution to achieve the desired size.

Another operation is then done to remove the tissue expander and replace it with a breast implant. The nipple-areolar complex is then reconstructed.

Autologous Flap reconstruction

This method uses the woman’s own tissue to rebuild the breast. Two of the most common options are the TRAM (transverse rectus abdominis muscle) flap, and the DIEP (deep inferior epigastric perforator) flap.

The TRAM flap involves the use of muscle, skin, and fat from the lower abdominal region. The DIEP flap also uses skin and fat from the lower abdomen, but no muscle.

Recovery

The incisions are bandaged, and surgical drains may be placed below the skin to collect any excess blood and fluid. Patients are given post-surgical instructions about how to care for incisions, and when to follow-up with their plastic surgeon.

Whereas breast revision surgery corrects a problem with a previous breast surgery, breast reconstruction surgery is done to restore the breast after a mastectomy.

If you are in the Tucson or Sierra Vista, AZ areas, contact Dermatology and Plastic Surgery of AZ for more information.

Call 520-207-3100 for the Tucson location, or 520-458-1787 for the Sierra Vista location to set up a consultation.

If you’ve decided to undergo breast augmentation, there are many important choices you need to make to achieve the attractive breasts you desire. Selecting the right implants is likely to be the most difficult and time consuming decision, so be sure to find out what your choices are for breast implants.

Why choose breast augmentation

Many women opt to undergo breast augmentation to reverse changes in the breasts after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Weight loss and aging can also have lasting effects on the shape and size of the breasts, causing them to lose volume and look deflated. Breast augmentation will enhance the shape of the breasts, and increase their size. Women that feel their breasts are too small or asymmetrical, also opt for breast augmentation.

Understanding breast implant choices

There are many aspects to breast implants, as they are available in various shapes, sizes, textures, and profiles. Final results will also be impacted by the width, height, and projection of the implants.

Since there are so many factors to consider, your plastic surgeon will work closely with you to find the implant that is the best fit for your body type, as there is no one-size-fits-all solution.

Choices for breast implants include the following:

• Saline implants
  These implants contain a sterile saline solution, and are filled after they are placed in the breast. Should a rupture occur with saline implants it is immediately noticeable. The saline solution will be absorbed and then expelled from the body. Since saline implants are filled on placement, a smaller incision is required, and the size can be adjusted as needed. Saline implants are FDA approved for women 18 years and older.

• Silicone Implants
  Silicone implants are a popular choice for breast augmentation, primarily because they produce a more natural result than saline implants, as they mimic the look and feel of natural breast tissue. They are FDA approved for women 22 years and older, and are pre-filled with silicone gel. Since Silicone implants are filled prior to surgery, they require a larger incision.
• Form-stable silicone implants
  These are also referred to as ‘gummy bear implants,’ because they keep their shape even if the implant shell is broken. They are made of thicker silicone than the normal silicone implants, and this allows them to remain in place when there is a rupture. Gummy bear implants are less prone to wrinkling because of their thickness, and have a lower rate of capsular contracture. Capsular contracture is a complication linked to breast augmentation that occurs when scar tissue develops around the implant.
• Round shaped Implants
  Round implants are circular in shape and give the breasts a fuller appearance in the upper pole. Round implants don’t normally rotate or shift out of place, so there is less chance of complications such as bottoming out.
• Tear drop shaped implants
  These implants are also known as anatomical shaped implants and have textured surfaces. Tear drop shaped implants are thinner at the top and fuller at the bottom, which is similar to the natural shape of the breast.

Breast implants may also be smooth or textured. Smooth implants are generally softer and therefore look and feel a lot like the natural breast. However, they may shift position over time and cause visible rippling.

Textured implants have a rough outer texture that allows them to stick to the body’s tissue. As a result, they tend to stay in position, and have a low risk of capsular contracture.

The profile of the implant is another important consideration when choosing breast implants. The profile refers to the projection of the breast from the chest wall. Implants may be placed in either the subglandular or submuscular region.

In order to have the best breast implant surgery possible and achieve the results you desire, it’s important to be involved in all the decisions relating to surgery. Understanding your choices for breast implants will help you make an informed decision.

If you are in The Woodlands or Houston, TX areas, contact board certified plastic surgery Dr. Bryan Correa of Correa Plastic Surgery to learn more about breast augmentation.

Call (281) 884-3189 today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Correa.

If you’ve had breast augmentation, chances are you never thought about having breast revision surgery. However, the reality is that breast implants don’t last a lifetime and complications can occur, so breast revision is often necessary. But what is done in a breast revision vs augmentation.

Breast revision surgery

Breast revision surgery is typically done to correct a previous breast surgery, usually breast augmentation. Breast revision may be required to correct a complication of breast implant surgery such as capsular contracture, loss of symmetry, or rupture of the breast implant.

In addition, women that are unhappy with the results of their initial breast augmentation surgery may opt to have breast revision, to change the size of their existing implants.

How is breast revision done?

The breast revision procedure will vary depending on the specific concern being corrected.

Repairing capsular contracture requires opening the capsule and replacing the implants. Capsular contracture is a condition that occurs when the tissue capsule that naturally forms around the implant shrinks and squeezes the implant, causing it to harden. Some surgeons opt to add a biological mesh or biomesh to the implant, in order to reduce the chance of a reoccurrence.

Resolving asymmetry typically involves the addition of an internal mesh to strengthen the tissues, and helps the implant settle in a more natural position. Breast implants can become asymmetrical due to the stretching of the breast tissue.

Ruptured implants have to be replaced. The rupture of saline implants is easily detected, as the saline solution leaks out of the silicone shell very quickly, resulting in a noticeable change in breast size. However, it typically takes an MRI to detect the rupture of a silicone implant, because the silicone gel leaks out very slowly, so there may not be a change in the size of the breasts for a very long time.

Patients that have a size issue will have implants replaced to either increase or decrease their cup size, depending on their aesthetic goals.

Breast augmentation

Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that is done to increase the size of the breasts, so that they appear fuller and shapelier. The procedure can also be done to correct asymmetrical breasts.

The breasts often lose volume and become deflated due to the effects of pregnancy and breastfeeding, weight loss, or aging. Breast augmentation will replace lost volume, and increase the projection of the breasts.

How is breast augmentation done?

Breast augmentation is typically done by placing implants in the breasts. The most common options are saline implants, silicone implants, or form stable implants also known as gummy bear implants.

Breast implants

• Saline implants have an outer shell of silicone, but contain sterile salt water. They are usually filled during surgery.
• Silicone implants are filled with silicone gel, and come pre-filled. Silicone implants are a popular choice, because they feel like natural breast tissue.
• Gummy bear implants contain silicone gel that has a thicker consistency than the gel found in traditional silicone implants. As a result, the implants maintain their shape even when cut in half. Gummy bear implants are tear drop shaped, as they are tapered at the top and wider at the bottom.

Breast augmentation is done on an outpatient basis, using general anesthesia or local anesthesia.

Incisions

There are several techniques that can be used to perform breast augmentation, and this will determine the placement of the incisions. The most common technique involves making an incision under the breast at the inframammary crease.

Placement

The breast implants are inserted through the incisions into a pocket that is made. Implants may be placed either above the chest muscle (subglandular), or below the chest muscle (submuscular).

The incisions are closed with sutures, and patients are given post-operative instructions to facilitate healing at home.

Recovery

After breast augmentation, patients can expect some swelling and mild bruising, and there will also be some tightness in the chest. Patients are generally able to go back to work within 1-2 weeks.

Are you interested in breast revision or breast augmentation?

If you are in the Columbus Ohio metro area, contact Dorner Plastic Surgery, Dublin, OH, for more information.

Call (614) 515-4116 today to set up a consultation with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Dorner.

If you’ve decided to have breast augmentation done, you should take the time to find a highly qualified, experienced plastic surgeon. Breast augmentation is a major surgical procedure with inherent risks, so choosing a qualified surgeon will help reduce those risks, and ensure that you get the results you want. It’s therefore important to know what to look for in a breast augmentation surgeon.

Choosing a breast augmentation surgeon requires a lot of research, and it’s necessary to seek out objective information.

What should you look for in a breast augmentation surgeon?

Board certification

One of the first things to consider when looking for a breast augmentation surgeon is their credentials. This is essential, because general surgeons can also perform breast augmentation if they choose to, but it’s always advisable to decide on a surgeon that is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).

ABPS certification signifies that the plastic surgeon has completed the requisite training in general and plastic surgery, as well as a series of rigorous oral and written exams. The ABPS website is a good resource for finding a ABPS certified surgeon.

Having breast augmentation done by a board certified plastic surgeon can safeguard your safety, because these surgeons are held to certain standards that are intended to keep patients safe.

It’s also helpful to look for a plastic surgeon that participates in ongoing medical education, and keeps up to date on the latest techniques that allows them to give their patients the excellent results they’re looking for.

Some surgeons also choose to join medical associations such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) or the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).

Extensive surgical experience

Once you have established that the surgeon has the right credentials you can book a consultation to find out more. The extent of the surgeon’s experience performing breast augmentation is another factor that should be considered. During your consultation be sure to ask about their experience, and find out how many breast augmentation surgeries they do each year.

It’s best to choose a plastic surgeon that performs breast augmentation on a regular basis. Your plastic surgeon is an important resource when determining the right shape and size implants for your body, in order to get the best results. Surgeons that have a lot of experience are usually better at this.

Reputation for excellence and high quality outcomes

Take the time to review before and after photos of prior patients, and determine if you like the breast augmentation results that you see. Looking at a large portfolio of photos can help you gauge the surgeon’s skill level and quality of work. When reviewing the photos, pay particular attention to breast proportions and symmetry, as well as the shape and contours.

It’s best to look at photos of patients that have a similar body type and aesthetic concerns, as it lets you see the type of results you can reasonably expect.

When you are looking for a breast augmentation surgeon reviewing before and after photos can help you decide if the surgeon can deliver the results you wish to achieve.

Good Bedside Manner

A good bedside manner is one of the distinguishing characteristics of a good physician. This generally refers to the way in which the surgeon interacts with you and answers all the questions that you take along. The plastic surgeon should be willing and able to answer all your questions satisfactorily, and you should feel comfortable opening up to them about any concerns you may have about the operation.

Choose a surgeon that is able to clearly explain the techniques and steps involved in breast augmentation using language that is easy to understand.

Also, take a look at online reviews from past patients and see what they liked, or did not like about the surgeon.

Operates in an accredited facility

ABPS certified surgeons are required to operate in a well-maintained, accredited facility that meets national standards.

Are you looking for a highly experienced breast augmentation surgeon?

If you are in the Orange County area, contact Kyle Song MD, Irvine, CA for a consultation.

Call (949) 528-8306 today to set up your appointment.