Cosmetic Surgery

What is a breast augmentation? A breast augmentation is a surgical procedure performed to increase the size and volume of the breasts, either by inserting implants under the breast tissue, or by grafting fat harvested from other parts of the body into the breast tissue, itself. Breast augmentation with breast implants is by far the ... Read more

Gummy bear implants promise to give breast augmentation patients a more natural look with fewer complications. Form-stable implants, also known as gummy bear or teardrop-shaped implants, are a compelling option for women seeking a low-risk breast augmentation technique, with a wide range of natural-looking shapes and sizes to choose from. Here are the pros and cons of ... Read more

Saline or silicone? It’s one of the most important choices a woman must make before undergoing breast augmentation surgery. While both implant types are safe and effective, they have different benefits and potential drawbacks. Factors such as the look and feel, durability, price, and other considerations need to be weighed before deciding which implant type ... Read more

What is capsular contracture? Whenever there is a foreign object inside of your body — a breast implant or pacemaker, for example — your body reacts by creating a thin layer of scar tissue around it. This capsule is soft, flexible, and totally normal. In some cases this scar tissue becomes thick and hard, pulling ... Read more

Since every patient is different, understanding the drop and fluff process is an important part of breast augmentation recovery. “Drop and fluff.” It may sound like something out of a pillow care guide, but it refers to a process breast implants go through after breast enhancement. As the breast skin stretches and the muscles relax, ... Read more

What is diastasis recti? Diastasis recti of the outermost recti abdominal muscles occurs when the linea alba — a connective collagen layer that runs down the midline of the abdomen — becomes stretched and thinned during pregnancy. This issue, also known as abdominal separation or ab separation, can give your post-partum tummy a permanently bloated, puffy appearance, and is ... Read more

It may be that you’ve lost a significant amount of weight and you want your smaller clothing and swimwear to fit better. Or perhaps you’re done having children and are ready to reclaim your pre-pregnancy figure. Whatever the reason, there is a suitable fat reduction treatment to fit your individual needs. Is Liposuction for You? ... Read more

Unsightly bra bulge is difficult to target through diet and exercise, and easy to spot when you’re wearing tank tops or sleeveless blouses. It’s no wonder so many people turn to cosmetic treatments to get rid of it. Which procedure you choose will depend on how much time and money you want to commit. Here’s ... Read more

When it comes to the elimination of undesirable fat deposits and re-sculpting your figure, liposuction and its more contemporary counterpart, Coolsculpting, represent two of the most popular and effective methods currently available. Both liposuction and Coolsculpting share the same objective — slimming and re-contouring your physique — but the techniques are dramatically different while results ... Read more