Breast Implants

Multisite Analysis of 177 Consecutive Primary Breast Augmentations: Predictors for Reoperation Why is the overall reported revision rate so high (12-21%) for patients who have breast augmentation surgery for the first time? What is your reoperation rate for patients like me that want to have breast enhancement surgery with breast implants? The clinical data reported to the FDA by the three implant manufacturers (Sientra, Silimed, Mentor, and Allergan/ Inamed) states that their reoperation rates or revision surgery for primary or first time breast augmentation patients is 12-21%. There are many factors that play a role in why a patient has a second […]

Q. How do I know what breast implants to pick for my breast augmentation? A. Excellent question! First, I recommend consulting a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in aesthetic breast surgery. It is essential that you partner with an expert for this procedure as there are many components to an excellent outcome. 8 Tips to Help You Know How to Choose Breast Implants Choose your plastic surgeon with care and then google him or her. Be sure he or she is board certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Your aesthetic plastic surgeon should be able to present guided options for breast […]

Breast Augmentation Advancements Breast augmentation has long passed the test of time for safety and efficacy. Yet, the plastic surgery community has made technique modifications as well as product improvements to provide beneficial advancements to women interested in breast enhancement with breast implants. Let’s check out what you may not know. 1. Between 1991-2006, women only had saline breast implants available to them unless they required breast reconstruction or they had already had silicone implants placed. Since 2006, silicone implants have been available to women over 22 for breast augmentation. Women 18-22 years old can only choose saline implants. 2. There are thousands of […]