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Surgical Savvy
By Paul J. LoVerme, M.D.

Paul J. LoVerme, MD, prides himself as much on his surgical skill as his ability to educate his patients. He learned long ago that a plastic surgery candidate informed about a procedure’s realistic outcome is more satisfied with the results.

High-Tech, Warm Touch
By Paul J. LoVerme, M.D.

A second-generation plastic surgeon, Paul J. LoVerme, M.D., employs more than a scalpel at the Advanced Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Center in Verona, New Jersey.

Breast Implants – Are they only for young women?
By Paul J. LoVerme, M.D.

A significant part of my practice is breast surgery – breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift and breast reconstruction. I have noticed over the past few years that there are more and more women in the 35 to 55 year old group who want to improve the appearance of their breasts.

How do I choose the implant that’s right for me?
By Frank R. Lista, M.D.

Choosing the right implant, the position of the implant and where the incision is placed are some of the most important decisions a woman can make when considering breast implant surgery. When we see patients at the Plastic Surgery Clinic we spend most of our time discussing these issues so every woman can make the right choice for themselves.

Vertical Scar Reduction Mammaplasty: A 15-Year Experience Including a Review of 250 Consecutive Cases
By Frank Lista, M.D., Jamil Ahmad, M.D.

A recent study by Cruz-Korchin and Korchin showed that patients who underwent medial pedicle/vertical pattern breast reduction rated their satisfaction with the amount of scarring and the overall aesthetic outcome significantly higher than those who underwent inferior pedicle/Wise pattern breast reduction.

Choosing the Right Cosmetic Breast Surgeon
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

Choosing the right breast surgeon is a vitally important decision. Entrusting your health and safety to a well-credentialed, experienced physician is crucial.

How To Know How Big Your Implant Should Be Before Your Breast Enlargement Procedure
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

You may like the breast size of a favorite celebrity, but will that size really look best on your body?

Breast Enlargement Surgery: With 100% Financing, it is Within Everyone’s Reach
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

Many surgeons today will offer you 100% financing, which allows you to pay for your surgery over time. You no longer have to wait until you have saved the money. You can have “just the right curves” today.

Information on Breast Enhancement is Easy as a Phone Call and Risk-Free Consultation
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

Have you been thinking about a breast enhancement, but you aren’t sure if it’s right for you? Any surgeon that you consider should offer you a risk-free consultation.

A SPRING SPECIAL - Only $2795
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

Since we hadn’t heard from you in a little while, we wanted to let you know about our Spring Special we are running. Only $2795 for breast augmentation

How Enhancement of Breasts is as Much About Your Self-Confidence as Your Cup Size
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

When your clothes don’t fit right or you feel self-conscious about a “less than womanly” figure, it can consume your thoughts day and night.

Breast Feeding, Pregnancy, Post-Pregnancy Breast Enlargement Surgery
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

Many women have questions about how pregnancy affects breast augmentation surgery. They wonder if they should wait to get their procedure after having their children.

How to reduce your recovery time with painless breast augmentation surgery
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

The truth is that the best results happen when there is less blunt force, less bleeding, less scarring, and less pain. But this only occurs when a surgeon knows how to perform the surgery cleaner and, most importantly, with the patient’s comfort in mind. How do you find a surgeon like that?

How you can have pain-free instant recovery breast enlargement surgery
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

Most cosmetic surgeons prescribe pain medication for 3 to 7 days, but my typical method is to not prescribe pain medication at all. There are exceptions, but this is my general rule. Are you appalled?

Boob Job, Breast Augmentation, or Breast Implants: A Self-Esteem Booster?
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

Any woman who is dissatisfied with her breasts knows what it’s like to feel insecure about her body. She worries about finding bras that fit properly, she worries about fitting into clothes, and she worries about feeling and looking attractive.

Fixing double bubble troubles
By Richard D. Baxter, M.D.

Although breast augmentation is conceptually not very complicated—find the right size and shape of implant, place it in just the right position behind the breast—a lot of things have to come together in just the right ways in order for the final result to be ideal.

The Natural (Result)
By Richard D. Baxter, M.D.

Although people may have different ideas about what a “natural” result is, words often used to describe it are “believable” and “proportionate”.

Under or Over? Choosing the Right Plane
By Richard A. Baxter, M.D.

Like every other decision about breast implant surgery, the question of whether to place the implant under the muscle or over is the subject of much debate, with confusion and misinformation in every direction. Suffice it to say that there is no single best method that applies to every patient; the key is to establish priorities based upon individual anatomy, implant type, and several other factors...

Choosing the Right Profile: High, Low, or Moderate?
By Richard D. Baxter, M.D.

Once the decision for breast augmentation has been made, the choice of which type of implant to use is one of the next important steps. The wide array of options can seem confusing at first, but in consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon, they can be narrowed down. Round implants now come in a choice of three profile shapes: high, moderate, and low. There are specific reasons for use of each type...

LOOKING at YOUR BREASTS -- the way a plastic surgeon does
By Ricardo L. Rodriguez, M.D.

“All of my patients discuss these decisions with me prior to their breast augmentation surgery”:

SIZE MATTERS
By Avenue Magazine

Most patients in my practice tend to be very sophisticated and rarely request the bigger is better option. Going from an A cup to a small C cup is not unusual, and for many ladies this can be done and still achieve a natural result.

Breast Augmentation - Today’s Choices
By Scott A. Brenman, M.D.

Breast augmentation, or enhancement of breast size using breast implants, is one of the most commonly performed procedures in plastic surgery. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 230,000 breast augmentation procedures were performed in 2004 throughout the United States.

The Girl in Blue
By JLH

It was about three years after the birth of my daughter when I decided to get back into shape and lose the rest of my “baby weight.” After months of daily rigorous workouts and a strict low fat diet, the weight seemed to just fall off. Along with the weight, something else seemed to fall off as well, my breasts.

An Important Decision
By Nancy Coltun Webster - Time Correspondent

After women face the trauma of removing a breast, they have the option of reconstructive surgery.

When surgery is a question of appearance
By JasonWambsgans - Post-Tribune

Much of a person’s self-esteem stems from physical appearance and the visual perception of how young or old he or she looks. “Reversing” the aging process via surgical procedures can boost confidence for some and contribute to how attractive they feel...

Breast Augmentation and Lift - using an adjustable implant for better healing and improved scars.
By Jeffrey M. Hartog, M.D.

Combining breast augmentation with a breast lift is often the best procedure for those who have deflated and sagging breasts. If the nipple is at or above the breast fold, then usually an augmentation alone will fill and lift the breast, however if the nipple is below the fold, then frequently a breast lift is required as well to provide an ideal shape.

Breast Augmentation: The TUBA Procedure
By Jeffrey M. Hartog, M.D

At the Bougainvillea Clinique we educate our patients on the pros and cons of different procedures, so each individual can decide which option best fits his or her needs. Over the last few years there has been increasing interest in the TUBA procedure.

Breast Augmentation and Lift
By

Combining breast augmentation with a breast lift is often the best procedure for those who have deflated and sagging breasts.

Breast Augmentation: The TUBA Procedure
By

At the Bougainvillea Clinique we educate our patients on the pros and cons of different procedures, so each individual can decide which option best fits his or her needs.

Frequently asked
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If I am having breast augmentation, is it better to go over the muscle or under the muscle?

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.

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 / 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.

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.

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).

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.

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

This 34 year old school teacher from La Mesa, California came to see San Diego 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.

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

This 38 year old Realtor from Sun City, California 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¡¨.

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 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.

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.

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".

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.

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 - Pocket Perfection
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
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".

Media: Vogue - When Breasts Start to Show More Sag Than Shape
By Vogue - Australia

When breasts start to show more sag than shape - courtesy of age and gravity - what's the answer? Seeing her future self in her aged mother shocked Georgia Claremont into consulting one of New York's top surgeons. The result? From "fallen angel" to fabulous.

What No One Ever Tells You About Breast Implants
By Liz Welch of GLAMOUR Magazine

Whatever you think about breast enlargement – it sets feminism back 30 years; it helps some women find true body confidence – the fact is, more than 364,000 women will opt for it this year. This is what every one of them should know about the risks and decisions involved.

Beauty Gurus
By Kate Meyers

"Tell me what you don"t like about yourself." There's no denying the catch phrase from the television series Nip/Tuck is a tad creepy. But visit Dr. David Broadway at the Broadway Center for Plastic Surgery and you'll hear something more along the lines of, "How can I help you feel better?"

Breast Augmentation / Mastopexy
By Dr. Joseph Perlman

Many of the patients that I see in consultation have small breasts that they want enlarged. They also may have a problem with sagging of what little breast tissue they have. This is more common in women who have had children and in women who had had significant fluctuations in weight.

Implant Styles (shapes)
By Dr. Joseph Perlman

Breast implants differ in shape for a number of reasons. There is no “one-size-fits-all” rule nor is there “one shape fits all” rule in breast augmentation and reconstruction.

Breast Enhancement for the Modern Woman
By Stephen J. Ronan, M.D.

The breast is the universal symbol of femininity, nurturing, love, and sexuality. Most women interested in breast augmentation or enlargement are intelligent, successful and well-adjusted individuals who are concerned with inadequate breast size...

5 Things You Must Know Prior to a Breast Augmentation
By Chris Costanzo, M.D., F.A.C.S.

...picking the right Plastic Surgeon will assure you a great outcome and happy results. Some tips on getting to the right Breast Augmentation surgeon are:

In Demand
By Rick Smith, Plastic Surgery Products

Over the next 12 months, another 500 or so women from around the world will be sporting larger breasts-breasts that are perfect as far as the human eye can discern.

These women will have one plastic surgeon to thank for their enhanced cleavage, Stuart A. Linder, MD, FACS, who is thought to operate the single highest-volume breast implantation practice in Beverly Hills, California.

Breast Augmentation; Consultation letter to Breast Augmentation patients:
By Donald P. Hause, M.D.

Breast implants were invented in the early 1960’s by Dr. Frank Gerow and Dr. Thomas Cronin, two Plastic Surgeons from Houston, Texas. The first implants were made from an outside shell of silicone rubber and contained silicone gel...

Breast Implants and Pregnancy: 5 Things You Must Know
By Dr. Scott R. Miller, M.D.

Valuable information regarding the effects of breast implants and pregnancy.

Shaplier Breasts with Artistic Surgery and the Latest Technology
By Dr. Scott R. Miller, M.D.

What do beautiful breasts look like?

New Techniques Produce Beautiful Breasts
By Robert Schwartz

New advances in breast augmentation are making the fake-looking breast a thing of the past. At Robert Schwartz Plastic Surgery, we have found that to create the most natural-looking breasts, you have to carefully match the breast implants to the patient. And we’ve developed a three-step technique for doing just that.

Nipple-Areola Complex
By Mark Mofid, M.D.

The body of literature documenting normative breast sensation and postoperative changes in sensation after reduction mammaplasty has grown considerably over the last several years. Despite this, only two studies have ever been published on the subject of postaugmentation mammaplasty sensory outcomes. The purpose of this study was to precisely measure sensory thresholds at the nipple-areola complex in women who have undergone augmentation mammaplasty by either the inframammary or periareolar approach.

Plastic surgery real life: My Breast Looked Like a Huge Wooden Ball
By Jacky Hyams, Women’s Life Magazine

As a student, Sefi Mumoz was tempted by a cut-price boob job. Here she reveals what happened when her Implants went terribly wrong— and her desperate battle to get them put right.

Breast Enlargement
By : Nu Image Magazine

Breast enlargement is the most sought-after procedure performed by board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Ronald Friedman. Perhaps this is because most women not only look better after surgery but also feel more comfortable and confident about their appearance. Let us walk you through the process.

7 Questions You Should Ask Your Surgeon Before You Undergo Breast Enlargement
By : Modern Luxury Dallas

Adjustable Breast Implants -- a Boon for Busts?
By APRIL ARMSTRONG, M.D.

Devices Let a Woman Inflate -- or Deflate -- Her Decolletage

Silicone-Filled Breast Implants
By Charles D. Ebert III, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Dr. Ebert is among the first surgeons to be certified for Natrelle Silicone-Filled Breast Implants.

Breast Augmentation with Breast Implants - Saline & Silicone
By Stuart B. Kincaid, M.D., F.A.C.S.

What Types of Breast Implants Are Available for Breast Augmentation?

The Mentor CPG (Contour Profile Gel) Implant
By Steven Teitelbaum, M.D.

Known simply as the CPG, Mentor's cohesive gel filled implant is becoming increasingly popular.

Breast-Surgery Breakthrough
By Joan Kron

Recovering from breast augmentation generally involves two to three weeks of pain and stiffness. But now a new version of the operation that promises a 24-hour recovery is increasingly in demand.

SUBMUSCULAR CONVERSION FOR THE TREATMENT OF SUBGLANDULAR BREAST IMPLANT DEFORMITIES
By Jason Pozner, M.D., F.A.C.S.

What are the main reasons patients seek revision breast augmentation procedures? Previously, capsular contracture, implant rupture and size changes were the reasons many women sought revision breast augmentation. However, today many patients tend to complain about shape and skin texture abnormalities following subglandular saline augmentation.

Exercise and Breast Implants
By Dr. Joseph A. Mele III, M.D., F.A.C.S.

I am often asked if breast augmentation limits athletic ability. Does the placement of implants somehow weaken an athlete? Will their weight cause instability? Does placement under the pectoralis major muscle cause loss of muscle function?

A Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Trial of Sinecch (Arnica Montana) for Post-operative Pain in Breast Augmentation Patients – ABSTRACT
By R.A. Semlacher, BSC MD. FRCSC

Arnica Montana is the most frequently used homeopathic agent in cosmetic surgery today. Recent studies have demonstrated that active treatment significantly reduces post-operative swelling and echymosis in liposuction and facelift patients. Significant post-operative pain reduction has also been attributed anecdotally to Sinecch (Arnica Montana)...

BREAST AUGMENTATION: Above or Below the Muscle?
By Verne Weisberg, M.D., F.A.C.S.

It seems that for every opinion you seek on breast augmentation, either the surgeon or the person giving you advice has very firm opinions about whether the implants should go under or over the muscle.

Secondary (Revisional) Breast Augmentation
By Stanley G. Poulos, M.D.

Breast enhancement has long been one of the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures. In spite of the very high overall satisfaction rate, it is not unusual that secondary or revisional operations maybe required.

Breast Augmentation or Enlargement
By Dr. Hauw Han

Breast enlargement surgery uses an implant to enlarge or shape the breast.

Autoimmune Disorders
By Barry J. Cohen, M.D., P.C.

Mayo Clinic study of breast augmentation and autoimmune disorders

7 Things You Should Know When You Are Considering Breast Augmentation
By Sheldon M. Lincenberg, MD, FACS

Contrary to what you may think, the majority of plastic surgeons would choose silicone over saline for patients. This prevailing opinion is agreed upon by 9 out of 10 plastic surgeons...

Urban myths of breast implants explained
By Sheldon M. Lincenberg, M.D.

Dr. Lincenberg dispels some of the urban myths associated with breast implants

My Discussion With Patients
By Sheldon M. Lincenberg, M.D.

My Discussion With Patients - the differences between silicone and saline implants

With Respect to Privacy
By Eileen Freeman

It is common and acceptable for a woman undergoing cosmetic surgery to keep it quiet. After all, the purpose of the surgery is not to look different —just better.

The Axillary Approach
By George John Bitar, MD, and Vinod K. Chopra

This breast-augmentation technique performed using saline implants and a blind approach instead of endoscopy is controversial, but its results are excellent

Breast Implants: Silicone or Saline?
By George John Bitar, M.D., Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute

The FDA has recently approved the cohesive gel silicone breast implants. I have experience with both silicone and saline breast implant operations, and have written a research article on silicone breast implant rupture clean-up. I prefer saline to silicone implants for many reasons.

A New Breast
By George John Bitar, MD, and Vinod K. Chopra

A practical method that can provide patients with natural-looking results as well as offer surgeons reduced time in the OR

How Anatomic Are Anatomic Breast Implants?
By Dr. Alan Engler

There are many choices that the prospective breast implant patient has to make. Aside from who will be the surgeon, the patient has to think about what size implant she wants, what style, location (above or below the muscle), and which incision. The following discussion explores one of the most basic decisions concerning the implant style: Round or Anatomic?

Breast Augmentation
By Dr. Janet K. Turkle

Breast augmentation, or breast enlargement, and breast lift at our Indianapolis practice can boost self-confidence by giving you the figure you have always desired.

So why all the hype about DIEP flap surgery?
By Minas T Chrysopoulo, MD

If you are a woman facing mastectomy due to breast cancer you have a decision to make: do you want breast reconstruction? If the answer is yes, plastic surgery holds the key.

Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction
By PRMA of South Texas

Pioneered in the early 1990's, perforator flap breast reconstruction represents the state of the art in breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomy.

New Advances in Breast Enhancement
By Neil A. deLeeuw, M.D.

Those patients who have had breast augmentation performed by Wilmington, DE based Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. deLeeuw in the last few years can attest to the fact that their level of post operative discomfort was far less than patients they knew who had the procedure done prior to Dr. deLeeuw’s implementation of a new surgical technique specifically designed to reduce post operative pain.

Rapid Recovery Breast Augmentation
By Richard L. Kofkoff, M.D.

Ideally, your recovery after any surgical procedure should be as rapid and comfortable as possible. While all discomfort cannot be eliminated, it is now possible to experience minimal discomfort and a quick return to normal non-strenuous activities following breast augmentation. We have worked to perfect this technique, the Rapid Recovery technique for breast augmentation.

Five Things You Should Know Before Having a Breast Procedure
By Richard L. Kofkoff, M.D.

You can have breast enhancement without experiencing severe pain. You may have heard that breast enhancement is a very uncomfortable procedure.

Breast Enhancement Surgery
By Joseph J. Bongiovi, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S.

Today, breast enhancement surgery is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed. Advances in surgical techniques and breast implant designs have made breast enhancement surgery a readily available solution to less than perfect breasts with recovery periods of ten days to two weeks.

Saline vs Silicone
By Joseph J. Bongiovi, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S.

Dr. Bongiovi discusses the pros and cons of Silicone and Saline implants.

Breast Augmentation Incisions: Pros and Cons
By Dr. Michael Eisemann M.D.

Knowing you desire an enlargement is only the beginning of your journey. Among the many things to understand is exactly where the implants should be inserted into your body. There are three common entry points, each with it’s own set of advantages and down

When Implants Wear Out
By Julia Califano

Durability of breast implants

Breast Enhancement Surgery Makes A Comeback
By Jean-Pierre Riou, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Public opinion and recent scientific studies have once again swung the pendulum in favor of breast implants in the United States. After the FDA restricted the use of silicone implants in 1992, plastic surgeons experienced a precipitous drop in the number of breast augmentations they performed...

MY NEW BREASTS
By Karen Garloch

NAKED FROM THE WAIST UP, Sharon Eller endured the medical exam by avoiding the eyes of two men staring at her breasts. Dr. J.P. Riou backed up for a better look. He tipped his head toward Sharon's husband, Maurice, and pointed out that her right breast hung lower than her left. Women's breasts rarely match, the plastic surgeon said. But he could fix that.

Breast Enlargement
By Dr. Alex Nein

Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman's breasts. There are a variety of reasons that women choose to have this procedure. Most commonly, women choose breast enlargement to improve their contour when they feel that their breast size is too small.

Silicone Breast Implant Safety
By Dr. Alex Nein

Breast enlargement or augmentation began about 1959. Since then about two million women in the United States have undergone breast augmentation. The majority of those augmentations have been performed with silicone filled implants.

The Breast Boom Continues...
By Christian G. Drehsen, M.D. for Vive Magazine, Sep/Oct 2002

The great silicone fear of the 90's is vanishing, breasts are in again! Everyday, a large number of women are seeking enhancement of the breast size or shape.

Adjustable Breast Augmentation
By Louis DeLuca, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Breast augmentation is one of the most common procedures performed by plastic surgeons. In a standard augmentation procedure, the implant size is selected at the preoperative visit. After the surgery, the implant size cannot be changed without another operation...

Choices In Breast Augmentation
By Louis DeLuca, M.D., F.A.C.S.

It is important that any individual seeking breast augmentation surgery have a clear understanding of the choices available.

Breast Augmentation: 4 Incision Options
By Robert E. Kearney, M.D., F.A.C.S

There are many reasons a woman would seek out breast augmentation. Some women who seek breast augmentation have small breasts and want to balance out their figures. Others have lost breast tissue simply through aging or childbirth, and some would like to correct breast asymmetry which may be congenital.

A Breast Augmentation Primer: Things You Must Know Before Having Your Breast Augmentation Procedure
By Kenneth Gilbert, M.D.

Detailed Information about Breast Augmentation procedures.

WHY I HAD PLASTIC SURGERY
By Shirley Halperin of Us Weekly Magazine

The My Fair Brady and ANTM star shares her diary of her breast reconstruction and recovery.

Umbilical Breast Augmentation
By David E. Kim, M.D.

One of the newer methods of breast augmentation is with the umbilical incision. This is also known as trans - umbilical breast augmentation (TUBA).

Denver's Center for Cosmetic Surgery Now Offers FDA-approved Silicone Gel Breast Implants
By Steven Vath, M.D. and Andrew Wolfe, M.D.

Dr. Wolfe and Dr. Vath are pleased to offer this new option to their breast enhancement patients.

Breast Implant Choices
By Steven Vath, M.D. and Andrew Wolfe, M.D.

Choosing to have a breast enhancement procedure is a major decision with long-lasting repercussions.

Q&A with John B. Tebbetts, M.D. & Terrye B. Tebbetts
By Brown Books Publishing Group

The authors of the book "Best Breast 2" answer some questions that every woman should ask before their breast augmentation.

Breast Augmentaion today - Out to dinner tonight!
By John B. Tebbetts, M.D.

Out to Dinner the Day of Surgery and Normal Activities in 24 Hours? It’s Reality.

All Breast Implants Are Not Created Equal
By Marina Plastic Surgery

According to new plastic surgery research, all breast implants are not created equal when it comes to long-term durability. This is important news for the millions of women worldwide who are considering having breast augmentation.

Women Taking Breast Enhancement Pills Swallow Empty Promises
By Press Release from ASPS

Flip through any women's magazine and you are sure to find advertisements hawking pills to enlarge women's breasts. But do these pills actually work? Probably not, says the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Seeking Better Breast Implants
By Denise Mann, MSNBC contributor

Among the most promising developments, they say, are cohesive silicone gel, leak-resistant implants with the consistency of a gummy bear and a new type of implant shell coating that may be less likely to cause inflammation and scarring in the surrounding breast tissue.

Why would someone exchange breast implants?
By Robert Cohen, M.D.

One of the most frequent reasons for implant removal and replacement is the woman's desire to change the size of the implants. The majority of women who have breast augmentation surgery are extremely happy with their new size. Some women, however, decide later on that they would be happier with a change in cup size.

“More is more” with super-sized “Gummy Bear” High-Strength Gel Implants
By Marina Plastic Surgery

With modern advances in plastic surgery, breast size, like any other enhancement, is a matter of personal choice. Now, women who dream of a curvier, fuller figure can double-even triple-their breast size with super large silicone high strength gel implants.

Stevens Approach Successfully Repairs Inverted Nipples and Preserves Milk Ducts
By Marina Plastic Surgery

A Southern California plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise on breast surgery has created an innovative technique for correcting inverted nipples. Approximately 2% of the female population suffers from inverted nipples and the deformity can aversely affect self-esteem, sexuality, and in severe cases, the ability to breastfeed.

Discerning Breast Augmentation Candidates Choose New, High-Strength Silicone Gel Breast Implants
By Marina Plastic Surgery

Since the FDA restricted the use of liquid silicone breast implants, women opting for breast augmentation have had only one option: saline breast implants. While saline implants are the right choice for many women, the new high-strength gel implants are less likely to leak and ripple and feel more like natural breast tissue. American women needed more options that offered better results and fewer complications.

Poll Allows Americans to Choose the Perfect Nipple, Highlighting Variations and Cosmetic Correction
By Marina Plastic Surgery

A new online poll at www.NippleRepair.com shows visitors a gallery of areolas and nipples and asks them to weigh in on the perfect size and projection of this most sensitive area. Viewers can participate in the informal poll or can go straight to the results page to see where America stands on the issue of the perfect nipple.

Correcting Inverted Nipples
By Marina Plastic Surgery

Inverted nipples is a condition that affects three out of every 100 women. Los Angeles plastic surgeon DR GRANT STEVENS explained to Sally Waddington how this can be corrected.

Perky Breasts Less Scars
By Marina Plastic Surgery

Marina del Rey plastic surgeon David Stoker, MD explains to Jodi Thiessen how he achieves a breast lift without extensive incisions.

Breast Augmentation vs. Boob Jobs
By Marina Plastic Surgery

What makes an excellent breast augmentation different from the classic “boob job”? Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Grant Stevens suggests breasts that don't look augmented, but rather completely natural, are the ultimate goal for any breast surgeon. Sophie Gordon reports.

Breast Augmentation with Dr. Howard
By Brian K. Howard, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Perfectly sculpted and expertly proportioned breasts can give you the attractive and alluring look that you’ve always dreamed about. More and more women with discerning tastes are turning to breast augmentation surgery for beautifying the body and boosting confidence – and today’s procedures are safer and more effective than ever before!

Transumbilical Breast Augmentation™
By Jourdan Gottlieb, M.D.

Now it's possible to have breast enlargement surgery without tell-tale scars. Transumbilical Breast Augmentation (TUBA) is an improved method for inserting breast implants, using state-of-the-art fiber optic technology.

Breast Surgery - Sub Muscular vs. Sub Glandular Placement
By Eric Desman, M.D.

During breast surgery, your implants can be placed either subglandularly, meaning between the breast tissue and the pectoral, or chest muscle; or submuscularly, meaning beneath the pectoral muscle.

Silicone vs. Saline
By Eric Desman, M.D.

There are two primary types of breast implants available for breast augmentation: Silicone and saline. Each type has benefits and drawbacks, which should be carefully considered before making a decision.

Beauty is Not Just Skin Deep
By Denver Publication

Renowned Denver plastic surgeon, David Broadway M.D., Broadway Center for Plastic Surgery, Centennial, says his patients are “all heart.”

Skin Cancer on the Rise. How to protect your skin this summer.
By Jason B. Lichten, MD

Skin Cancer on the Rise. How to protect your skin this summer.

Buddy system proof: ‘You’re not alone’
By Patricia Guthrie – The Atlanta Journal, Oct 7, 2001

Ann Kilman and Jean Roberts became fast friends in a flash. Literally.

Both happened to be visiting the Duluth office of a plastic surgeon, Dr. David Whiteman, in May of last year. Kilrnan had already stumbled through the worry, fear and depression that often comes with a breast cancer diagnosis and was in for a postoperative appointment. Roberts had just received a cancer diagnosis, and her journey was beginning...

Plastic surgeon expands efforts to help breast cancer patients
By Laura Ingram

DULUTH — Dr. David Whiteman sees how his patients with breast cancer suffer so he decided to do more than just reconstruct their surgically removed breasts.

Four years ago; Whiteman began introducing patients to one another in kind of a one-on-one support system at his office, Southern Plastic Surgery at 3855 Pleasant Hill Road in Duluth...

Surviving Breast Cancer
By

Positive Look at Reconstructive Techniques and Emotional Recovery

Breast Reductions Lower Cancer Risks by 50 - 70%
By Marina Plastic Surgery

Breast Cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in women. According to the World Health Organization, over one million women will be diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide this year alone.

Breast Enlargement
By Ronald M. Friedman, MD

After performing over a thousand breast enlargement surgeries since 1996, I have learned a few things that I would like to share with you. If you are considering breast enlargement, I hope that these principles will help guide you, as they have guided me.

Implants do not increase the risk of delayed cancer diagnosis
By Max Gouverne, M.D.

Women who have undergone breast augmentation can be reassured that, even though implants may interfere with routine mammography evaluation, implants do not increase the risk of delayed cancer diagnosis

Reniewed interest in Gel Implants
By Max Gouverne, M.D.

PBS' Frontline presented a very carefully researched article on the Chronology of Breast implants. This lengthy article is important for all patients considering gel-implants.

Implants hinder breast scans
By BBC News

The problem with breast implants is that they show up as a solid white mass on the mammography film, blocking the view of the breast tissue.

Implants Update
By Nina J. Judar

Expect further data down the road: manufacturers will be conducting a ten-year study that tracks 40,000 women who've received implants.

Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
By Dr. Janet K. Turkle

Over time, the natural aging process can cause a woman's breasts to sag and lose their shape.

WOMEN HAVE CHOICES AFTER MASTECTOMY
By Jason B. Lichten, MD

Dr. Lichten discuses the options women have to restore their breast's appearance after a mastectomy

A New Start
By Dr. Scott R. Miller, M.D.

Breast cancer continues to impact women and their families at an alarming rate. Over 46 thousand women will get breast cancer this year. There are over 1.7 million women alive with a history of breast cancer.

Breast Reconstruction: What Can Be Done?
By Mary Powers, M.D.,

Restoration or reconstruction of a breast has greatly advanced since the days of the radical mastectomy...

Life After Mastectomy
By Dr. Joseph A. Mele III, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Twenty years ago the risk of breast cancer was quoted as one in twelve women. Now the figure is closer to one in eight. About one fifth of these tumors arise in women with a positive family history.

Breast Reconstruction
By Dr. Janet K. Turkle

For many women diagnosed with breast cancer, mastectomy, or breast removal, is often required. Women who have undergone this surgery can choose to have breast reconstruction.

Breast Reconstruction: Options after mastectomy
By Dr. James R. Bruno

Having a mastectomy for breast cancer can be a traumatic experience for a woman, particularly if she is not aware of the options available for reconstruction.

Rebuilding the Body, And the Self-Confidence
By Ram Kalus, M.D.

A sense of self is an integral part of being human. A desire to look “normal” includes the desire to feel physically whole or symmetrical

Helping Boys Overcome Self-Consciousness
By Abigail Gary

Gynecomastia is a medical condition characterized by extra breast tissue in males. When it occurs during adolescence, which is not uncommon, it can cause a boy misery and embarrassment.

The Minimal Incision Breast Reduction or Lift
By Stephen J Ronan, M.D.

Upper breast flattening and breast drooping are expected consequences of childbearing and aging. Some women find that their breasts are too large and cause them problems with neck pain, back pain, shoulder strap grooving, etc.

Quantitation of Breast Sensibility
By Mark Mofid, M.D.

The preservation of sensitivity within the nipple-areola complex is of paramount importance to patients presenting for reconstructive and aesthetic breast procedures. Previous attempts to measure sensation in the breast before and after surgery have relied primarily on the Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test, which is an imprecise study that measures the logarithm of force necessary to bend a series of six to 20 filaments.

Refinements in Reduction Mammaplasties from a solely Inframammary Approach
By Thomas Schoeller, MD, - Discussion by Kiya Movassaghi, M.D., D.M.D.

The ideal reduction mammoplasty should produce perfect breast size, shape and projection with minimal scarring, normal nipple sensation, and ability to lactate. Ideally should also be quick to perform, free from complications and reproducible by most surgeons...

Eliminating the Vertical Scar in Breast Reduction - Modification of the Robertson Technique
By Kiya Movassaghi, MD, DMD et al

Surgeons often advise patients with very large ptotic breasts to undergo a classic Wise pattern reduction mammaplasty using an inferior pedicle technique with consideration of a free-nipple graft...

Breast Reduction
By Dr. Hauw Han

Breast reduction is a procedure that removes excess breast tissue and skin to make the breast more proportional to the rest of the body.

Breast Reduction
By Dr. Janet K. Turkle

Breast reduction, or reduction mammoplasty, is designed for women who experience medical problems due to uncomfortably large breasts.

Downsizing
By Cynthia Poulos, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Over the years, women of all ages have wanted to enhance their bust size. Plastic surgery for breast implants has become increasingly popular and gained widespread acceptance.

Jacqueline Thibodeau of Northborough had exactly the opposite problem. The decision to have breast reduction and reconstruction surgery was the hardest decision she ever had to make.

Breast Reductions on the Rise as More Women Choose to Reduce in Order to Increase Their Quality of Life
By Marina Plastic Surgery

Despite the national media attention on breast augmentation and breast implants, a different trend can be seen at plastic surgeons' offices all over the nation: an increase in the number of women receiving breast reductions.

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.

Thigh Anxiety
By JAN JARVIS

Cellulite: Ninety percent of women have it, hate it and treat it with everything from lotions to lasers. Here: a dozen burning questions about what it is and how to get rid of it.

A list of all Dr. Litchen's Articles
By Jason B. Lichten, MD

Picture Perfect
By Josh Korman, M.D., F.A.C.S.

For anyone considering plastic surgery, it is crucial to become an informed consumer. This is not a new car you are thinking about; this is your body.

Local Hero
By Sara Schmelling

Rick Becker, M.D., brings a big city practice to Bismarck, ND

Welcome Letter From Dr. John Lee
By John S. Lee, M.D.

Fraxel Laser Treatment is FDA-approved and is the newest generation of non-invasive laser and treats multiple problems.

Fraxel Laser Resurfacing & Wrinkle Reduction
By John S. Lee, M.D.

As seen on the TODAY Show, CNN. Allure and W Magazine, The FRAXEL Laser Treatment is a revolutionary procedure that allows us to treat your skin in a way never before possible.

Warns Of The Dangers Of Mixing Sun And Laser Hair Removal,
By Michael A. Fiorillo, M.D.

Holidaymakers having laser hair removal in preparation for escaping the British weather this weekend must do their research and consider the risks, warns Which?

A Caring Approach
By Dr. Michael Horn

Dr. Michael Horn can best be described as an accomplished plastic surgeon with an artistic eye. But patients meeting him for the first time just call him “a nice guy.” The fact that he is approachable and accessible means almost as much to his patients as his technical skill. And they get both.

Dr. Soler's nomination for the Patients and Families award
By Dr. Soler

Dr. Soler's nomination for the Patients and Families award

A FRIENDLY APPROACH
By Daniel P. Markmann, M.D.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel P. Markmann has been performing thousands of cosmetic procedures— including breast and facial surgeries, body contouring and liposuction—for more than 11 years. Devoting about 60 minutes, or more, to initial consultations, Dr. Markmann uses computer imaging and before-and-after photos to help patients visualize expected results.

Perfectionist
By Daniel P. Markmann, M.D.

Dr. Markmann's article in New Beauty magazine.

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon
By Bernard A. Shuster, M.D., F.A.C.S.

A guide to choosing the plastic surgeon who is right for you.

Building Confidence
By Jeffrey L. Wisnicki, M.D.

Building confidence in yourself through body sculpting.

Cosmetic Surgery
By Mary Ann Littel

The recent boom in cosmetic surgery has spread to teens as well as adults - but not every teen is well suited to such an operation. Emotional maturity and realistic expectations contribute to successful outcome.

Your Nose Job Can Be For Traditional Plastic Surgery or Cosmetic Surgery
By M. Kirk Moore, M.D.

You may think that the average nose