Breast Augmentation Blog from Breast Implants USA

Round or Teardrop What Shape Implant Will You Choose?

roundVteardropImplantsThere are a number of options women must weigh when considering breast augmentation. Some of the options are more obvious like the decision between saline or silicone. Others options patients don’t even know exist until their breast augmentation consultation. Women are often surprised to hear that they have options when it comes to the shape of their implant. Breast Implants USA explains the differences between teardrop implants and round implants.

Teardrop Implants: Teardrop implants are contoured and are considered the most anatomical. They are shaped like a natural breast and create a sloped shape when placed over the chest muscles. While these are the most natural looking breast implants, it takes a skilled plastic surgeon to ensure they are placed properly. If you are interested in teardrop implants, be sure to ask your board certified plastic surgeon if he or she has experience with these types of implants and ask to see photos of other patients that have received this type of implant.

Benefit: Teardrop implants are the most natural looking implant

Downfall: If the pocket for the teardrop implant is not created correctly, there is a risk that the implant may flip over leaving the breast looking misshaped.

Round Implants: Round implants are used to give women that “Victoria Secret” look. Round implants are the most common implants as they generally give women the most lift, fullness and cleavage. Certain types of round implants can also enhance the forward projection of the breasts. Some women however, feel that round implants are too artificial looking. Women with large implants report that others ‘know’ they have had breast augmentation.

Benefit: Creates full breasts with the greatest amount of cleavage. If they flip or turn in their pocket the shape of the breasts stays the same.

Downfall: appears more artificial than teardrop implants

Ultimately, the decision as to which shape implant is right for you is largely based on the look you are trying to achieve. During your implant consultation, your surgeon will help you determine which shape implant is right for you by closely listening to your desires for breast augmentation and showing you a number of before and after photos of women who have opted for either round or teardrop implants.

Breast Implants USA has a complete breast augmentation before and after photo gallery available. Narrow down the photos you would like to see by before and after cup size or by city, state, or zip. Narrowing down the before and after procedures by location allows you to view photos of patients who have used breast implant surgeons in your area. Each photo is labeled with implant information and a few details about the patient. These extra details will allow you to find a woman with a similar build to your own so you can get a better idea of what you would look like after breast augmentation.

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Posted Thursday, July 29th, 2010 and filed under Boston Breast Augmentation, Breast Augmentation Questions.

Saline or Silicone? Understanding Your Breast Implant Options

saline-vs-siliconeIf you are considering breast augmentation you are no doubt trying to determine if Saline or Silicone implants are right for you. Saline and Silicone implants are currently the only breast implants approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Gummy Bear implants, a type of silicone-filled implant with a thicker filling, hence the term “Gummy Bear”, is currently under investigation and may soon provide another implant option for women undergoing breast augmentation. Below you will find a guide designed to help you better understand the risks and benefits of both saline and silicone implants so you are prepared to ask the right questions during your breast augmentation consultation.

1) Saline-filled Breast Implants: Saline implants are silicone shells filled with a sterile saline water, or salt water. Saline implants come in two shells, smooth and textured and two ’shapes’, round or tear dropped shaped. Saline breast implants are also available in low and high profiles, and in many sizes. Saline implants are usually inserted into the breast empty and then filled with the solution to the size the patient desires.

The minimum age for getting saline breast implants is 18, unless the implants are needed for reconstructive purposes. Young women under the age of 18 are discouraged from undergoing cosmetic breast augmentation as they may have not reached physical maturity or have matured enough mentally to make an informed decision.

Benefits: Less threatening to your health should one rupture. If an implant does rupture, the patient will know immediately. More incision options including Transumbilical or TUBA. Smaller incision needed to insert the implant.

Downfalls: Should an implant rupture, the woman will have one or both breasts that appear deflated and will need immediate attention to restore a normal appearance. Greater chance of rippling or wrinkling. This is often considered the greatest downfall of saline implants. Often described as feeling like a water balloon.

2) Silicone Breast Implants: Silicone breast implants are filled with a silicone gel. Silicone implants have evolved dramatically over the years from a very thin, oily silicone substance to the current silicone gel used today. This improved gel decreases the risk that the silicone will leak out of the shell should it rupture. There may be another silicone option in the near future. The FDA is currently reviewing clinical trial data on a highly cohesive silicone gel that has the consistency often described as that of a gummy bear.

The minimum recommended age for silicone implants is 22. The higher minimum age is require due to the risks associated with silicone-filled implants. While there are risks also associated with saline implants, the FDA feels that the risks associated with silicone implants is greater therefore they require a greater level of maturity.

Benefits: Most natural feeling implants. Generally smoother and softer to the touch. Less likely to wrinkle or ripple than saline implants. If a Silicone implant ruptures the woman will not see a physical difference for some time if at all.

Downfall: MRIs needed every 2 years to detect ruptured implants. Larger incision needed to insert the implant since it is solid to begin with rather than being filled once inside the body like saline implants.
Neither silicone or saline implants are universally considered right for everyone. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is the only way to determine which implant is right for you. Need help finding a board certified plastic surgeon in your area? Breast Implants USA offers women an easy to use surgeon finder. Click here to begin your search. Select your state from the list and then the region closest to you. You will then be given a list of surgeon profiles of board certified plastic surgeons in your area. In these profiles you will find patient testimonials, surgeon credentials, before and after photos of real patients and so much more.

Posted Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 and filed under Breast Augmentation Questions, Safety, Saline Implants, Silicone Implants.

San Francisco Breast Augmentation Specialist Dr. Cary Canoun

CanounChoosing a plastic surgeon that you are confident will produce the breast augmentation results you are looking for is a key element in a positive breast augmentation experience. San Francisco Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Cary Canoun meets with hundreds of women interested in breast augmentation, helping many of those women achieve their breast augmentation goals. With over a decade of plastic surgery experience, Dr. Canoun is widely recognized as one of the Bay area’s top plastic surgeons.

Certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Canoun is committed to providing his breast augmentation patients with exceptional medical.  In addition to staying abreast of the latest surgical techniques, Dr. Canoun performs each surgical procedure in a clean, safe accredited facility.

A consultation with Dr. Canoun is needed to create your customized surgical plan. When you choose Dr. Canoun to perform your Walnut Creek breast augmentation, you can be assured that you are not getting a cookie cutter procedure. Dr. Canoun spends quality time with each patient to understand their needs and expectations for breast augmentation. After the available breast implant options are explained, Dr. Canoun works with the patient to create a surgical plan that will produce the results they are looking for.

Click here to learn more about Dr. Canoun and Brentwood breast augmentation.

Posted Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 and filed under Plastic Surgeons.

Breast Augmentation Incision Decision – What Option is Right for You?

incisiontypesbreastaugmentWhen discussing breast augmentation there are no doubt a number of options you will have to consider. The location of your incision is one of the many options you will discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. Each incision location option has benefits and down falls. There is not one location that is widely considered best for everyone. Together you and your surgeon will determine which of the four incision locations will be best to meet your individual needs.

1) Inframammary Incision: These incisions are placed underneath the breast slightly above where the breast meets the rib cage. Surgeons like this incision location as it allows them easy access to create the implant pocket above or under the muscle. This direct access allows surgeons to use very small incisions with saline implants being inserted in incisions as small as 1 to 1.5 inches wide. Silicone implants will need a slightly larger incision.

Benefit: Easy access to the breasts for the surgeon, Very small incision

Downfall: Some visible scarring

2) Transumbilical Incision or TUBA: A Transumbilical incision is a C or J shaped incision placed in the folds of the belly button. Your surgeon will then insert a camera so that he or she can see the surgery on a screen in the operating room. Very small instruments will then be inserted to create a path to the breasts and tissue expanders inserted to create the implant pocket. Using TUBA implants can be placed over or under the muscle. Patients who opt for TUBA have a reduce risk of infection and are not at risk for losing sensation around the breasts. Only Saline implants can be used if TUBA is selected for the incision as silicone implants will not fit through the very small incision made.

Benefit: Often referred to as scarless breast augmentation as the incision is very well hidden. Low risk of infection

Downfall: Only Saline implants can be used. Larger margin for error due to the distance the incision is from the implant location

3) Transaxillary Incision (Armpit): These incisions are created in the armpits. The incision is generally 1 to 2 inches long. A short path is then created to the breasts where the implants will be placed. Many doctors believe this is the best incision if implants are being placed under the muscle. This incision is one of the most popular in part due to the ease in which surgeons are able to place implants under the muscle.

Benefits: Small Incisions. Allows surgeons to easily place implants under the muscle

4) Periareolar Incisions: This incision is created around the areola or the darker tissue that surrounds the nipple. This incision is common if other cosmetic breast procedures such as breast lift or areola reduction, are being performed in conjunction with breast augmentation. There is a risk of losing sensation in the nipple but most patients find this is temporary. There is also a greater risk of staff infection as the bacteria is found in milk ducts and these ducts are often cut during the procedure. Women who choose periareolar incisions may have trouble breast feeding and should consult their doctor should they choose to do so.

Benefit: Great incision if multiple breast procedures are being performed.

Downfall: Higher risk of infection. Women may have trouble breastfeeding.

Your board certified plastic surgeon is the best person to answer any questions you have about which incision is right for you. During your consultation your surgeon will help you determine which incision is right for you and why. Need help finding a board certified breast augmentation specialist? Breast Implants USA offers an easy to use surgeon locator. Simply select your state from the list then select the region within the state that is closest to you. You will then be given a list of surgeon profiles of Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in your area.

Posted Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 and filed under Breast Augmentation Questions.

Breast Augmentation Photos

We at Breast Implants USA features thousands of Breast Augmentation patients in our photo gallery! All of our surgeons are Board Certified, and all of the patients in our photo gallery have seen one of our surgeons. You can filter patients by Zip Code, City, State or Size, and you are sure to find someone like you!

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Posted Monday, July 26th, 2010 and filed under Photo Gallery.

Vermont Plastic Surgeon Dr. David Metzner – Vermont Breast Augmentation Surgeon

MetznerVermont board certified plastic surgeon Dr. David Metzner heads up The Vermont Center for Plastic Surgery and Dermatology. Here Dr. Metzner offers women from Manchester, the State of Vermont, Upstate New York including Albany, Troy, Schenectady and Glens Falls, as well as Berkshire County MA, the opportunity to improve their appearance with a variety of cosmetic procedures including breast augmentation, body contouring and facial procedures designed to reverse the signs of aging. Dr. Metzner is a skilled plastic surgeon who uses his eye for aesthetics and ability to listen to and understand the needs of his patients to meet and often exceed their expectations.

Dr. Metzner is a breast augmentation specialist providing women interested in improving their appearance with breast implants, with natural looking results. At The Vermont Center for Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, Dr. Metzner and his team are dedicated to providing each patient with nothing less than the best possible surgical care that will result in their renewed love for their appearance. By taking the time to truly understand the desires of each patient, Dr. Metzner is able to custom tailor their desired procedure to meet their individual needs. The journey to meeting your body goals begins with a consultation with Dr. Metzner.

To learn more about Dr. Metzner and The Vermont Center for Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, visit his surgeon profile here at Breast Implants USA. In his surgeon profile you will find videos featuring Dr. Metzner, patient testimonials, before and after photos of real Vermont breast implant patients and so much more!!!

Posted Friday, July 23rd, 2010 and filed under Plastic Surgeons.

Breast Augmentation Financing, Breast Implants USA Offers Some Guidance to Financing Your Breast Implants

FinancingWhen considering breast augmentation, almost every woman has to decide how she is going to pay for the procedure. While many women spend months, even years saving for the procedure, few consider the financing options available to them. Breast Implants USA can help you find the right breast augmentation financing option for you.

Worried about your credit history? There are financing options for almost every situation. Don’t let your credit past keep you from applying for financing for your cosmetic procedure. Many find they qualify for low or even no interest rate options. There are payment plans to fit almost any budget.

Are you ready to explore your financing options? Want to learn more about breast augmentation financing? Visit our financing information page to find answers to the most common breast augmentation financing questions and fill out the no obligation information request form.

Posted Thursday, July 22nd, 2010 and filed under Plastic Surgeons.

Breast Implants USA Stresses the Importance of Board Certification

Atlanta news sources are reporting a woman’s terrifying breast augmentation experience. After a woman began bleeding uncontrollably during her breast implant surgery, the Opthamologist performing her procedure called 911 for help. You read correctly, an eye doctor was performing her breast augmentation. This is another example of a disturbing trend, doctors not trained in plastic surgery are trying their hand at breast augmentation.

With more and more women undergoing breast augmentation every year, doctors with no surgical training are taking advantage of women who want breast augmentation at a discounted rate. Many of these surgeons are offering the procedure at up to $2000 less than a board certified plastic surgeon. But buyer beware, your health may be at risk when selecting a doctor who is not board certified trained surgical professional.

Click here to learn more about board certification.

When considering breast augmentation it is important for the patient to research the surgeon performing their procedure. Your surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This certification ensures that the doctor performing the procedure has had a minimum of 5 years of dedicated plastic surgery experience, has passed rigorous testing and is required to perform your breast implant procedure in a clean, safe, accredited facility.

The case in Atlanta is not unique. There are hundreds of cases just like this happening all over the country. So what can you do to ensure that the surgeon you have selected is the most qualified to perform your breast augmentation? In many cases, the surgeons website will list the American Board of Plastic Surgery as one of there certifications. If it does not, ask your surgeon if he or she is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. You may also visit www.abplsurg.or to see if your surgeon is listed there.

Breast Implants USA is dedicated to providing women interested in breast augmentation with the latest breast augmentation information. All surgeon featured here at Breast Implants USA are board certified, dedicated breast augmentation professionals. Use our comprehensive surgeon locator to find a skilled plastic surgeon in your area.

Posted Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 and filed under Board Certification, Plastic Surgeons.

Things to Remember When Considering Breast Augmentation

woman_on_computerThe decision to undergo breast augmentation is not one to be taken lightly. There are many factors a women should consider before making the decision to increase the size of her breasts with breast implants. Breast Implants USA believes in the importance of patient education. Research shows that patients who take the time to educate themselves about their procedure and the surgeon performing their procedure are happier with the results. If you are interested in breast augmentation, here are a few things to remember.

1. Breast implants are not life long devices:

Breast implants are not made to last a lifetime. All women will undergo an additional procedure at some point after their breast implants are inserted. It is most common for women to undergo an implant exchange 10 to 15 years after the initial surgery to change the size of their implants, or upgrade to the latest implant material. However, there are less pleasant reasons an implant exchange may be necessary such as ruptured implants or scar tissue. There is no way of knowing if your implant will rupture or if scar tissue will form. The best way to decrease these risks is to closely follow the post op care given to you by your plastic surgeon.

2. Select a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery:

Many doctors not trained in plastic surgery are trying their hand at performing breast augmentation. It is increasingly common for a woman to find a doctor specializing in obstetrics/gynecology, opthamology or other non plastic surgery related fields performing breast augmentation. It is important to know whether your surgeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This information is often found on the surgeon’s website. If you are not able to find this certification, you should ask during your consultation. This certification ensures that your surgeon has had at least 5 years of dedicated plastic surgery training, that they perform plastic surgery procedures in a clean, safe, accredited facility and that they have passed rigorous testing. Like any surgical procedure, plastic surgery carries some risk. You want to know that your surgeon has the skills and experience needed to handle any situation.

Click here to learn more about board certification

3. There are no implants that are universally considered right for everyone:

When considering plastic surgery, many women turn to their friends, relatives and the Internet for advice. While this is a good start, it is important to understand that one woman’s breast augmentation experience may be completely different from another even though they had the ’same procedure’. When researching breast augmentation, you will no doubt find many pros and cons of saline and silicone implants. The only way to determine which type of implant is right for you is to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns and your desired results. Together you will determine which implants are right for you as well as the best place for your incision and where the implants will be places within the chest.

Do you need help finding a board certified plastic surgeon in your area? At Breast Implants USA users can find a board certified plastic surgeon in their area using our surgeon locator. Patients will then be able to view surgeon profiles detailing the surgeons credentials, patient testimonials, before and after photos of real breast implant patients and so much more.

Posted Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 and filed under Plastic Surgeons.

Finding a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Maine

MaineAre you interested in breast augmentation and living in Maine? Are you having trouble finding a board certified plastic surgeon in your area? Believing one of the key factors to a positive breast augmentation experience is finding the right plastic surgeon, Breast Implants USA offers a surgeon locator to be used not only to find board certified plastic surgeons in your area but also ‘interview’ surgeons.

Begin your search by selecting Maine from the list of states within the surgeon locator. Select the region closest to you to bring up local surgeon profiles. These surgeon profiles detail the credentials of board certified plastic surgeons in Maine as well as offer patient testimonials, videos featuring the surgeon and before and after pictures of real Maine breast augmentation patients.

Breast Implants USA is proud to offer women interested in breast augmentation an outlet in which they are able to learn about plastic surgeons in their area and reach out to them when ready to discuss how breast augmentation can change their life.

Posted Monday, July 19th, 2010 and filed under Plastic Surgeons.

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