Breast Augmentation Articles

Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This is a 36-year-old busy mother of two teenagers from the area of El Centro, California (Imperial County). Due to her two pregnancies, her stomach had excess adipose tissue, her abdominal wall muscles had spread and she had extra loose skin. She tried diet and exercise but, unfortunately, was not able to achieve the look she was after. The patient did an extended amount of research on the tummy tuck procedure for about six months.

Breast Augmentation - Pocket Perfection
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Symmastia (or medial mal-position or “uni-boob”) occurs when the breast implants move too far toward the midline--the two implants may actually touch one another in the center of the chest. Often, it is necessary to expand the breast implant pocket laterally (outwardly) to allow for correct placement of the implants.

Breast Augmentation / Abdominoplasty
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This is a 40 year-old mother of two who was very excited to get back the body she had prior to children. She first came to see Dr. Pousti in March of 2006. She was very impressed with Dr. Pousti and his staff. It didn’t take long at all for her decide that he was the plastic surgeon for her. Two days after her initial consultation the patient came back for her pre-operative visit.

Breast Augmentation / Breast Lifting / Abdominoplasty
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This 38 year old Realtor came to see Dr. Pousti regarding improving her body. She had had 2 children, via cesarean section, and couldn¡¦t lose the excess skin and adipose tissue in the abdominal area. Her stomach muscles had stretched and sit-ups wouldn¡¦t help. Her breasts were sagging and she wanted them more ¡§perky¡¨.

Breast Augmentation / Enlargement
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This is a 20 year old patient interested in getting breast implants for many years. She had seen other plastic surgeons across Southern California but was referred to Dr. Pousti by Sharp Healthcare.

Breast Augmentation / Liposuction
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This 28 year old, wife and mother from Riverside, California, came to see San Diego Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Tom Pousti for a breast augmentation and liposuction consultation in his Temecula/Murrieta Valley office. After having children, this patient was unable to lose the excess skin and adipose tissue of the abdominal area.

Breast Augmentation with lowering of the inframammary fold
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Some patients present with a short distance from the areola to their inframammary fold. Many of these patients wish to increase this distance and the “fullness” of the lower pole of the breasts.

Breast Augmentation/Breast Lifting/Liposuction/Abdominoplasty
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This 34 year old school teacher came to see Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Tom Pousti for a “make-over”. After having 4 children, this patient was unable to lose the excess skin and adipose tissue of the abdominal area, and the inner and outer thighs. Her breasts had lost their fullness after breast feeding her children. She had many visits with Dr. Pousti and was comforted by the fact that Dr. Pousti is a double board certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon.

Chest Wall - Men
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Pectus Excavatum, also known as cobbler’s chest, sunken chest, funnel chest or simply a dent in the chest, is the most common congenital chest wall deformity, in which several ribs and the sternum grow abnormally. People with the abnormality may experience negative psychosocial effects, and avoid activities that expose the chest.

Chest Wall Recontsruction
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Pectus Excavatum produces a caved-in or sunken appearance of the anterior chest wall. Often considered to be cosmetic, it can impair cardiac and respiratory function, causing pain in the chest and back.

Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Choosing a plastic surgeon is an important, life-altering decision. It is vital to your safety and the success of your cosmetic surgery that the surgeon you choose has the right qualifications, ample experience, and documented results of his or her work.

Complications related to Breast Augmentation / Mastopexy (Breast Lifting) Surgeries Breast Augmentation with Mastopexy
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Breast augmentation / mastopexy (breast lifting) surgery is one of the most commonly requested breast contouring surgeries performed. Breast augmentation OR mastopexy surgery is relatively simple and complication free but breast augmentation / mastopexy surgery done together carries increased chances of complications and need for further surgery.

Correction of inverted nipples
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Many men and women have inverted nipples (either one or both) but don’t feel comfortable discussing it with their doctors. Inverted nipple repair is rarely thought of when patients consider breast enhancement.

Large Breast Augmentation / Natural Results
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This 28 year old patient from San Diego was interested in getting breast implants to help her achieve a more proportional body.

Otoplasty (prominent ears)
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This is a 44 year-old male who has been bothered by prominent ears for many years. He presented to San Diego plastic surgeon Tom J. Pousti M.D. for consultation regarding otoplasty surgery. He was able to meet with other patients who had the same procedure and decided that he would like to proceed with otoplasty surgery.

Pectoralis excavatum repair in San Diego, California
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

At Pousti Plastic Surgery we believe your health, wellbeing, and most importantly, your safety should never be compromised when choosing to correct any chest wall condition. In order to correct pectus excavatum with breast implants, finding a reputable plastic surgeon with impeccable skill and an understanding of how breast augmentation for this specific condition should be performed is of the utmost importance.

Revisionary Breast Surgery
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

As the desire of breast enlargement increases, so does the need for revisionary breast surgery. Breast Augmentation surgery is one of the most sought after “cosmetic procedures” performed today. Revisionary surgery is often times more complicated than the original surgery and it requires a surgeon with expertise in the area and excellent skill to achieve the patients desired results.

Silicone Gel Breast Implants are FDA approved
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

For years even the mention of silicone breast implants caused women everywhere to cringe. Many women may still remember when the FDA pulled silicone breast implants off the market because of their tendency to rupture.

Symmastia
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

One of the most common complications after breast augmentation surgery is implant mal-position. This occurs when the implant is in an incorrect position on the chest wall. Commonly referred to as the "uni-boob".

SYMMASTIA CORRECTION
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Revisionary breast surgery is commonly performed at Pousti Plastic Surgery. For patients with malposition of the breast implants, it is very important that they have a qualified surgeon performing their revision.

Symmastia Correction
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Revisionary surgery is a difficult process to go through. One of the more common problems that patients are seeking Dr. Pousti's help for is symmastia. Symmastia - commonly referred to as breadloafing or uni-boob, occurs when two implants touch one another in the center of the chest. If the horizontal muscle that is connected to the sternum and goes across the implant is cut during surgery, then the implant can move toward the middle of the chest.

Symmastia Repair
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This 21 year old patient from Bonita, California had her first breast augmentation performed in Tijuana, Mexico about 2 years ago by a surgeon that was recommended to her by her friend. This surgeon in Tijuana, Mexico placed drains in the patient’s breasts after breast augmentation surgery (this is not standard practice).

Tubular Breast Correction
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

This 24 year old patient from San Diego was interested in correction of her tubular breast deformity. She has asymmetric constricted breasts bilaterally.

Tubular Breast Correction with Breast Implants
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Tubular breasts have a very narrow base and usually a long skin envelope. Sometimes people refer to “tubular breast” shape as the shape similar to “snoopy’s nose”. In the most severe cases of tubular breast, a breast lift can be done through an incision around the areola, making the breast into a more rounded shape that the patient will be happy with. In many cases however, a lift is not necessary.

Tubular Breast Deformity
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Tubular breasts have a very narrow base and usually a long skin envelope. Sometimes people refer to "tubular breast" shape as the shape similar to "snoopy's nose".

Weight Loss Cosmetic Surgery to Treat Morbid Obesity
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Bariatic surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, encompasses all surgical treatments to treat morbid obesity by modification of the gastrointestinal tract to reduce nutrient intake and/or absorption. Removal of sagging skin is not included in the procedure but is important to the overall cosmetic apearance.

Which implants to get? Saline filled breast implants or silicone gel filled breast implants?
By Tom J. Pousti M.D., F.A.C.S.

Breast augmentation patients have the choice of saline or silicone implants. The appropriate choice is critical to the outcome, significantly affecting the result.