June 14, 2009 at 6:52 pm (Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, Silicone Breast Implants)
Tags: breast augmentation St. Louis, Saline breast implants
Contrary to all the buzz surrounding silicone implants since their FDA re-approval in 2006, saline still seems to be king (or rather, queen) in the breast augmentation world. According to a survey published in this year’s March/April Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 60% of plastic surgeons still use saline implants, with most of them using them in 75% to 100% of their patients. Though silicone tends to look and feel more natural then saline, offering less rippling and “sloshing” as well, safety fears may still affect the implant choice made by surgeons and patients.
In 1992, silicone implants were taken off the market over fears they may be linked to cancer, lupus and other diseases. After 15 years of thorough testing, no conclusive evidence of these claims was found, and silicone implants were re-approved by the FDA for use in breast augmentation in women 22 or older. Despite FDA approval, many women may still be attracted to saline as a more natural alternative to silicone. Saline (salt water) is a naturally occurring substance in the human body.
No matter what your breast implant preference, you can have the implant you want. Most plastic surgeons offer both saline and silicone, and can provide information on the safety and aesthetic benefits of each.
For more information about breast augmentation, St. Louis plastic surgeon Dr. Rottler offers great information on his website. Or, consult plasticsurgery.org to locate a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
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June 11, 2009 at 1:30 am (Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement)
Houston breast augmentation before and after
Courtesy Dr. Bob Basu, Houston breast augmentation patient’s before and after image. Before and after images help patients’ during the decision making process.
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June 1, 2009 at 7:13 pm (Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, Silicone Breast Implants)
Tags: breast augmentation seattle, IDEAL IMPLANT®
A clinical study of a new saline implant is currently being conducted in select locations throughout the country. This new implant, called the IDEAL IMPLANT®, was designed to offer the safety of saline combined with the aesthetic benefits of silicone gel. The newly developed IDEAL IMPLANT® is filled completely with saline, a naturally occurring substance in the human body, but uses multiple silicone shells to reduce the sloshing effect which commonly occurs with traditional saline implants. Wrinkling, another aesthetic drawback of traditional saline implants, is addressed by the new implant as well, with a a design which is said to conform better with the chest wall.
This improved saline implant could fill a much needed gap in the world of breast augmentation. Though silicone gel implants have been FDA approved for use in breast enhancement since 2006, and tend to offer a better aesthetic result than traditional saline implants, a recent study conducted by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery shows that saline implants are still used in the majority of breast augmentations. These results indicate that safety issues associated with silicone implants still affect implant choice for both surgeons and patients.
The IDEAL IMPLANT® is currently being tested in 500 women in Texas, Florida and California. Until more studies are completed, however, traditional saline and silicone gel implants are still the available options.
For those considering breast augmentation, Seattle plastic surgeons at The Gallery for Costmetic Surgery offer great information on their website. Or, consult plasticsurgery.org to locate a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
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May 26, 2009 at 8:50 pm (Breast Augmentation, Plastic Surgery, Weird, Women)
Tags: breast augmentation san jose
Recently, health centers in Prauge have solved their staffing issues by promising plastic surgery procedures, such as breast augmentation and liposuction as hiring bonuses to nurses. The Czech Republic is currently experiencing an extensive nursing shortage, causing some health care companies to get creative with their incentives.
Both private clinics and hospitals are losing nursing staff to neighboring countries due to low wages and a low public perception of nursing left over from days gone by. According to a recent article in the New York Times, nurses in the Czech republic often make less than bus drivers and are commonly judged on their appearance as much as their clinical skills. A spokeswoman of the Czech Nurses Association said in the article, “The problem is that the public still perceives nurses as they were represented in communist-era television shows: as low-level workers who emptied bed pans and cleaned hospital rooms.” One nurse claimed to have been asked to walk in a straight line, as though on a catwalk, in a recent interview for a nursing position.
Plastic surgery isn’t the only incentive being offered to lure nursing staff by health institiutions in the Czech Republic. German lessons, extra vacation time, childcare and automobiles are other bonuses nurses can choose. The plastic surgery option, however, is proving to be a popular, yet controversial one. 10 out of 50 nurses at one clinic chose the plastic surgery option over other incentives. Some say the offer is no different than other incentives, such as vacations or cars. But others, such as gender studies expert Jirina Siklova disagree, saying health institutions offering plastic surgery as an incentive lose all credibility.
Though the nursing crunch is a global issue, being experienced throughout Europe and the United States, Prauge seems to be the only city, as of yet, offering breast augmentation and liposuction as a hiring bonus to nurses.
For those considering plastic surgery, such as liposuction, eyelid surgery or breast augmentation, San Jose plastic surgeon Dr. Lowen offers great information on his website. Or, to find a board certified plastic surgeon in your area, consult plasticsurgery.org.
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May 20, 2009 at 7:51 pm (Silicone Breast Implants)
Tags: acne treatment pittsburgh, medical spa pittsburgh
Recently, Acqua Blu Medical Spa & Plastic Surgery Center welcomed board certified dermatologist Dr. Ana Busquets to their team bringing top-notch skin care to their Pittsburgh area clients. Dr. Busquests offers both medical and cosmetic skincare services, including skin cancer screening and treatment, benign skin legion removal, mole evaluation, psoriasis and eczema treatment, as well as state-of-the-art adult and adolescent acne treatment. Pittsburgh area clients can also consult Dr. Busquets for Botox, laser skin treatments, dermal fillers and other cosmetic needs.
Non-surgical cosmetic treatments are becoming increasingly popular in the cosmetic surgery industry, as more and more clients are looking to improve their appearance without the expense or downtime associated with surgery. Acqua Blu is one of the many state-of-the-art medical spas across the country who have stepped up to meet this demand. And with the addition of Dr. Busquets to their team, Aqua Blu has expand the services offered at their medical spa. Pittsburgh area clients can undergo a range of dermatalogic and cosmetic treatments in a soothing, relaxing environment.
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April 30, 2009 at 9:28 pm (Breast Augmentation, Silicone Breast Implants, breast cancer screening)
Tags: tummy tuck orange county
We all know breast implants can hinder breast cancer screening, making many women apprehensive about undergoing breast augmentation. Though mammograms can be performed on augmented breasts, extra views are required and the results can be difficult to interpret. But, with new technology called Breast-Specific Gamma imaging, breast cancer screening may become more accurate, even in women with breast implants.
Unlike mammograms, which use tissue density to detect breast cancer, Gamma imaging is similar to an MRI and uses a radioactive tracing agent and a special camera to detect cancer cells. This technology is not designed to replace mammograms, but to offer a clearer picture in instances where mammogram results are inconclusive. The technology is especially useful in those with a high cancer risk, women with breast scarring and women with breast implants. As an added perk, Breast-Specific Gamma Imaging is less painful than mammograms because breast compression is not needed.
For more information on breast cancer screening, contact the National Cancer Institute at cancer.gov. For those considering breast augmentation or such cosmetic procedures as liposuction, eyelid surgery or tummy tuck, Orange County plastic surgeon Dr. Ambe offers great information on his website.
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April 29, 2009 at 9:21 pm (Silicone Breast Implants)
Tags: abdominoplasty san francisco, cosmetic surgery
According to a recent article in Reuters, more and more baby boomers are seeking cosmetic enhancement to stay competitive in today’s job market. Though plastic surgeons are taking a hit during this economic downturn, they are seeing some new business from those who are looking for work. Though sagging eyelids, wrinkles and lax facial skin may seem like the last things to worry about in times like this, these job seekers may have good cause to worry.
The New York Times recently reported that individuals 45 years or older are remaining unemployed much longer than younger job seekers. According to the article, baby boomers make-up a disproportionate amount of those staying out of work for six months or longer.
Though some job seekers are opting for eyelid surgery or facelift procedures, others seek less expensive treatments with less downtime, such as dermal filler injections, botox, and mini “lunch time” facelifts. Some plastic surgeons have even begun offering packages geared toward the busy, 40-plus job seeker.
For those who seek it, there are a range of cosmetic procedures, both surgical and non-surgical, that can offer a more youthful look. For those considering procedures such as Botox, laser skin resurfacing, eyelid surgery and abdominoplasty, San Francisco plastic surgeon Dr. Roy Kim offers great information on his website. Or, you can consult plasticsurgery.org to find a board certified surgeon in your area.
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April 21, 2009 at 6:22 pm (Breast Size/Myths, Implant Size, Implant Sizing)
So you have finally decided to get a ‘boob job’. And you’ve been worrying about what’s the right size for you, thanks to all that you heard and read about women going through multiple surgeries to get their ‘size’ corrected and not to mention the amount of time spend finding the ‘right’ surgeon. But who knows better than your surgeon?
With the size of breast implants varying from 100cc to 1000cc anyone would get overwhelmed by the options available to them. Normally women prefer to choose the mid range which is 300cc to 400cc. Surgeons check the diameter and the height of the breast implant to determine the shape and the projection of the breast.
Again here you have different options to choose from. It all comes down to the fact that getting the right implant size is not as easy as it sounds. And of course you can’t go around telling your doctor, “Just get me boobs like Angelina Jolie.”
Surgeons advise that the implant should be the correct volume in order to get you to the size you aspire from the size you are to begin with. If you are a woman with a 34B you will need a bigger implant to achieve a 34D than a woman who begins with a 34C. But you need not wait to make this decision until you’re facing surgery – you ought to be able to know in advance what your size will actually look to avoid the psychological turmoil you go through after the surgery.
Here’s where the Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit comes to your rescue. It comes with implants, a sizing bra and educational DVDs that will show you how to try on the implants and decide on the right size for you. You don’t even have to visit the doctor’ office, you can do it all in the privacy of your home. What more do you need?
The Natrelle® Pre-Consultation Kit can help women carry on their day-to-day tasks while wearing the scientifically-designed tester implants. It’s way better than other tests like the “rice test”. So why not get primed with the right information before you visit your doctor and create results that make you happy.
Order this intimate, at-home sizing system at www.natrelle.com/kit and get ready for that curvy, sexy look you always wanted.
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March 17, 2009 at 6:54 pm (Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, Breast Size/Myths, Silicone Breast Implants)
Tags: breast augmentation orange county
Recently, the Daily Cancer News published an article about breast implant safety, including common myths, a history of the safety debate, and possible implant complications.
Common brest implant myths mentioned in the article include:
- Breast implants cause cancer
- Breast implants cause other diseases
- Breast implants make breast-feeding hazardous
These myths have all been shown to be false according to the article.
The debate over the safety of silicone breast implants began during the 1980s, when medical journals began to pose connections between silicone implants and such diseases as rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, scleroderma, and lupus. In 1992, the FDA banned the use of silicone implants (except in certain urgent-need situations) until further research on their side effects could be studied.
In 1999, a panel of 13 scientists reviewed all existing information on silicone implant safety and found no direct causal connection between them and disease. In 2006, the FDA lifted the ban on silicone implants.
Though silicone implants are the popular choice for breast augmentation due to their more natural look and feel than saline implants can offer, the risk of rupture is still a concern. Some recommend women with silicone implants undergo routine screenings to check for implant ruptures.
Another common complication of both saline and silicone implants is capsular contracture, a condition where scar tissue surrounds the implant which can cause pain, hardening and distortion of shape. Revision surgery can be performed to correct this condition.
For more information on breast augmentation, Orange County plastic surgeon Dr. Ambe offers great information on reasons for seeking breast augmentation, what to expect from your recovery and results, and an array of before and after photos on his website.
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March 10, 2009 at 8:31 pm (Breast Augmentation, Plastic Surgery)
Tags: breast augmentation baltimore
Recently, a study published by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons looked at whether genetic or environmental factors play a bigger role in how old we appear. Conducted by Dr. Bahaman Guyuron of University Hospitals Case Medical Center, the study looked at 186 pairs of identical twins and compared their appearance and environmental factors through questionnaires and digital images.
“In this study, we looked at identical twins because they are genetically programmed to age exactly the same, and in doing so we essentially discovered that, when it comes to your face, it is possible to cheat your biological clock,” said Dr. Bahaman.
The study showed the twins who had been through divorce appeared approximately two years older than those who had not. Anti-depressant use and weight were also shown to make an impact on how old the subjects looked. Those who used anti-depressants were perceived as looking older than those who did not. This is attributed to sagging cause the relaxation of facial muscles due to anti-depressant use.
As far as the subjects’ weight is concerned, in those younger than 40, the heavier subjects were perceived as looking older, while the reverse was true in those older than 40. This research is said to show that volume replacement is a key to successful facial rejuvenation.
Weight loss, though a healthy for most, can negatively affect a person’s appearance in both the face, breasts and body, especially in those over 40 who may no longer have the skin elasticity to compensate. In these instances, facial volume replacement, through fillers and fat transfer can help, as well as body lift techniques, tummy tucks and breast lift and/or breast augmentation. Baltimore plastic surgeon, Dr. Cohen, offers facial rejuvenation as well as breast and body procedures to those wishing to turn back the hands of time at his plastic surgery center in Maryland. Though “cheating your biological clock” by controlling ones environment seems like a great idea, avoiding factors such as divorce, weight loss, stress or anti-depressant use isn’t a plausable option for many. Learning how to counteract the effects those factors play on our appearance, however, is getting easier and easier all the time through the advancement of surgical and non-surgical techniques.
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