Breast Implant

Many women each year consider breast implant removal. The fact is that breast implants are not considered to be lifetime medical devices and they may need to be replaced over time or a woman may decide that she no longer wants a larger implant size. The appearance of your breasts after breast implant removal will [...]

One of the many breast implant options you’ll have when planning your breast augmentation is whether to go with smooth or textured implants. Each implant type has its own advantages, and the best fit for you will depend on your specific goals and personal preferences.  Here you’ll learn the main differences between textured and smooth [...]

When you get the first glimpse of your breasts after your breast augmentation, you might be a little confused by their odd shape. While you might be expecting smooth, round breasts, it’s not uncommon for your implants to appear square or elongated at first. Before you panic, know that this is often a normal part [...]

(Updated for 2019) When breast augmentation results fall short of expectations, women may consider breast implant revision. The reasons for revision surgery can range from correcting implant malposition to simply updating to a new look. Here are four of the most common reasons patients consider breast implant revision. Capsular Contracture Capsular contracture can be painful [...]

As you plan your breast augmentation, you will quickly see that size isn’t the only factor to achieve beautiful, natural-looking results. Other options such as breast implant placement are also important to discuss with your cosmetic surgeon. There are two main implant placement options: over your chest muscle and under your chest muscle. Use this [...]

When you're planning breast augmentation, one of the most stressful factors can be picking the most suitable breast implant size. It's not as easy as one-size-fits-all, so you may be concerned about choosing breast implants that are too small or too large. Your board-certified cosmetic surgeon will assess your individual requirements at your initial consultation, [...]