Category: Breast Implants

July 23, 2010 | Breast Implants, Plastic Surgery In The Media

Tales of Breast Implant Disasters Teach Valuable Lessons to Prospective Patients

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Learning from Breast Augmentation Gone Wrong For anyone considering breast augmentation, headlines about botched surgeries are more than sensational stories—they are critical cautionary tales. The Orange County Register recently highlighted several such cases, and each one delivers an important takeaway: the decisions you make before your procedure can determine your safety, satisfaction, and long-term well-being. […]

July 01, 2010 | Breast Implants, Plastic Surgery In The Media

Faulty French Breast Implants Spur Surgeons to Recommend Revision

Understanding the PIP Breast Implant Scandal Tens of thousands of British women may require breast implant removal after reports of defective Poly Implant Prothèse (PIP) implants. These implants, filled with industrial-grade, untested silicone, were found to have a high risk of rupture and complications. The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons issued a strong recommendation: […]

November 11, 2009 | Breast Implants

Still Time to Qualify for Upgraded Breast Implant Warranties

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If you’re considering breast augmentation or revision breast surgery using silicone gel implants, now may be the best time to schedule your procedure. Patients who act quickly can still take advantage of upgraded implant warranties, which offer substantially improved financial protection—but time is running out. Breast implant manufacturers introduced these enhanced warranties earlier this year, […]

September 21, 2009 | Breast Implants, Cosmetic Surgery

Criteria for Breast Augmentation Success—Provided by Patients

When it comes to breast augmentation or any breast surgery, success isn’t only measured in technical precision or before-and-after photos. Real satisfaction is defined by how patients feel in their everyday lives following their procedure. A landmark article published in the August 2009 issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery offered valuable insight by identifying six […]

September 14, 2009 | Breast Implants

Do Breast Implants Interfere With Breastfeeding?

Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the United States, with countless women choosing implants to enhance their breast shape, size, and confidence. But for those planning to become mothers in the future, one important question often arises during consultation: Will breast implants interfere with my ability to breastfeed? At Aesthetic […]

July 28, 2009 | Breast Implants

What Is It Like to Have Breast Implants?

Earlier this month, we shared an insightful video from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) series “Real People. Real Surgery.” The segment highlighted a woman’s personal decision to undergo breast augmentation and the motivations behind her choice. Today, we’re following up with another chapter in her journey: what it’s really like to live […]

July 07, 2009 | Breast Implants, Plastic Surgery

Why Did You Get Breast Implants? – A Patient Responds

When it comes to personal decisions like breast augmentation, everyone’s journey is unique. In a heartfelt and honest video produced by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), one patient shares her own motivations for undergoing breast implant surgery, and her story may resonate with many women considering this transformative procedure. “I wanted to […]

December 13, 2008 | Breast Implants

Johnson & Johnson Acquires Mentor Corporation in $1.12 Billion Deal

A Major Shift in the Aesthetic Medicine Industry In a landmark move, Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) announced on December 1, 2008, that it will acquire Mentor Corporation, a leading supplier of breast implants and aesthetic medical products, for a stunning $1.12 billion. This acquisition signals a major shift in the landscape of cosmetic and […]

November 30, 2008 | Breast Implants

Stem Cell–Assisted Breast Augmentation Makes Headlines Again

International Spotlight on Japan’s Regenerative Approach On November 19, CNN reported on a headline-grabbing breast augmentation technique developed by Japanese surgeon Dr. Kotaro Yoshimura, who is drawing international attention—and controversy—for his use of stem cell–assisted lipotransfer in cosmetic breast enhancement. This innovative method combines fat grafting with the regenerative potential of adult stem cells, offering […]

October 21, 2008 | Breast Implants, Plastic Surgery In The Media

Breast Implants Not Linked to Breast Cancer Risk: What Women Need to Know

Modern Medicine Offers Hope, Confidence, and Clarity For many women, a breast cancer diagnosis brings a flood of questions and emotions—not just about health, but about identity. The thought of losing one or both breasts can feel just as frightening as the disease itself. However, new developments in both cancer treatment and breast reconstruction are […]

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