There will be some skin stretching with breast implant placement. Once implants have been removed, some skin retraction is to be expected. Depending on the size of the implants, this natural retraction may be sufficient to restore a firm look to the breasts. When this does not happen, a breast lift is certainly a viable […]
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March is National Breast Implant Awareness Month, a month dedicated to providing honest information to women who have breast implants, along with those considering breast augmentation, and empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. If you have concerns about your breast implants or would like information about removal and revision, give us a
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Breast implants are used to change the size and shape of the breasts. Placed during breast augmentation surgery, modern implants are intended to last for several years, though none are promised to last for a lifetime. Newer options, such as gummy bear implants, may retain their form in cases of rupture, but some women choose
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Symptoms of Breast Implant Illness (BII) include: General and Excessive Fatigue Brain Fog (Memory and Concentration Problems) Breathing Abnormalities Joint Pain Muscle Pain Rashes and Dry Skin Hair loss Sleep disturbance Gastrointestinal Problems Some women who develop BII will also experience anxiety, depression, and other emotional difficulties related to their breast implants. It is important
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Breast lift tape is exactly what it sounds like: a tape that is designed to lift and hold the beasts without the assistance of a bra. Reviews of breast lift tape are mixed, with most of the positive reviews coming from women with naturally smaller breasts. Does breast lift tape work? That depends on what
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Following breast reconstruction, it will be important that you avoid placing significant weight or pressure on the breasts for two to four weeks. This means no sleeping on your side or stomach. Your progress will be assessed during your postoperative follow-up visits, enabling your plastic surgeon to determine when it best for you to resume
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Breast implants are designed to produce an ideally shaped and sized breast mound. Implants address breast size, symmetry, projection, and profile to create a more womanly appearance. They do not address breast ptosis (sagging). Breast ptosis may simply be the result of gravity. It may also be related to age, weight fluctuations, pregnancy and nursing, and lifestyle
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Mommy makeover surgery focuses on the areas of the body impacted most by pregnancy and nursing. Depending on your specific needs and desires this may include: Breast Augmentation to address issues like volume loss and asymmetry Breast Lift to restore a firm and lifted appearance to the chest Liposuction to remove stubborn fat deposits from
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Gynecomastia is a condition in which accumulations of tissue or excess fat in the chest of males produces the appearance of feminine breasts. Sometimes brought about by hormonal changes, gynecomastia is an emasculating condition that is not always responsive to diet and exercise. An effective way to deal with gynecomastia is male breast reduction, a
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The decision to get breast augmentation is a momentous one that could drastically improve your confidence and self-esteem. For many women, the most exciting aspect of getting breast implants is the first time they go bra shopping afterward. Dr. George P. Chatson is an award-winning plastic surgeon in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, and he knows
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