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Posted February 22, 2011 in Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Four respected national medical organizations recently joined forces to form the Physicians Aesthetic Coalition, a multi-specialty group aimed at encouraging patient education and safety in cosmetic medicine. Each of the organizations involved in the Coalition, including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), the […]
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Posted February 03, 2011 in Breast Implants, Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
An alarming new trend in cosmetic procedures is taking hold and respected surgeons in the plastic surgery field want to warn patients about the dangers of some procedures marketed as “awake cosmetic surgery.” Awake surgeries are now being noticed not for the beautiful results they yield (they often do not), but rather the unsafe conditions […]
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Posted December 31, 2010 in Cosmetic Surgery
According to survey data recently released by researchers at the University of Iowa, fewer Americans than previously supposed are engaging in medical tourism, or the practice of seeking cheaper plastic surgery and other procedures in countries outside the U.S. Brandon Alleman and his team of researchers at the University of Iowa surveyed 45 companies that […]
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Posted December 14, 2010 in Breast Implants, Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
A recent study published by the Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery compared by geographic location the physical characteristics and implant details of patients undergoing a primary breast augmentation. The study used patient information from 100 consecutive breast augmentation cases performed in university settings at Kelowna (British Columbia), Loma Linda (California, USA) and Temple (Texas, USA). […]
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Posted November 30, 2010 in Breast Implants
Updated for 2018 Choosing the correct breast enhancement option and surgical incision placement requires customization. Dr. Daniel uses an individualized approach to let each woman’s unique goals, breast anatomy and degree of breast ptosis (sagging) dictate whether a breast lift, breast augmentation or both is the best option. Scientific Basis for Combining Breast Lift + […]
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Posted October 21, 2010 in Plastic Surgery
Although a controversial topic among plastic surgeons due to its inconsistent results, breast augmentation via fat injection may soon be a viable option for patients who wish to enlarge or rebuild their breasts, thanks to promising new technology. Cytori Therapeutics recently developed new technology that may finally make natural breast augmentation with fat grafting a […]
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Posted July 23, 2010 in Breast Implants, Plastic Surgery In The Media
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. […]
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Posted November 11, 2009 in Breast Implants
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, […]
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Posted September 21, 2009 in Breast Implants, Cosmetic Surgery
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 […]
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Posted July 28, 2009 in 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 […]
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