Breast Implant Sizing: Why One Surgeon Doesn't Want You to Know the Size (at First)
Dr. Mary Lee Peters explains the sizing process for a breast augmentation, as well as the state of mind she prefers her patients to be in when they step into her office. VIEW NOW
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Big Implants on a Narrow Chest: High-Profile Is the Way to Go
Dr. Jonathan Hall addresses those patients who desire large breasts but have a narrow chest, recommending a high-profile implant. VIEW NOW
Breast Implant Procedure: What Can Be Done During Surgery to Decrease the Risk of Capsular Contracture?
Dr. Jonathan Hall explains one theory of why capsular contracture occurs and what he does in the OR to try to prevent this issue. VIEW NOW
Why Receiving the Best Consultation Depends on Honesty and Expectations
Dr. Jonathan Hall stresses that the patient should always be open about their goals and expectations, while the surgeon should be honest about their recommendation. VIEW NOW
Breast Augmentation Alternatives: Implants Aren't the Only Option
Dr. Remus Repta walks us through some of the alternatives to breast augmentation for those patients who do no want implants, such as fat grafting. VIEW NOW
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Saline vs. Silicone: Which Type of Implant Is Better?
Dr. Remus Repta discusses the pros and cons of saline and silicone breast implants, as well as when each might be more appropriate to use than the other. VIEW NOW
Implants Aren't For Everyone: Why a Breast Lift Might Be Enough
Dr. Remus Repta discusses when a patient might benefit from a breast lift alone, and when implants or fat grafting might be recommended. VIEW NOW
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Here's What You Need to Discuss With Your Surgeon Before Breast Augmentation
Dr. Gaurav Bharti explains what the doctor and patient should discuss before any surgery is scheduled. VIEW NOW
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How Soon After Breast Reduction Surgery Can I Begin to Exercise?
Dr. Michael Epstein answers a question directed to him from a RealSelf user regarding how soon they will be able to dance or exercise after breast reduction surgery. VIEW NOW
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Breast Implants Above the Muscle: Do the Benefts Outweigh the Risks?
Dr. Daniel Shapiro discusses the difference between placing breast implants above the muscle (subglandular placement) or beneath the muscle (submuscular placement), and who are the candidates that can have these operations done. VIEW NOW
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Breast Asymmetry Following Surgery Might Be Easily Addressed
Dr. Adam Oppenheimer discusses the fact that no two breasts are alike, both before or after breast augmentation, but if serious asymmetries are lasting long after surgery, there are a few things your doctor can do about it. VIEW NOW
Sientra's Shaped Breast Implant: Sit In on a Two-Day Post-Op Check-In
Dr. Braden Stridde follows up with his patient two days after her breast augmentation surgery to check his work and make sure she is comfortable. VIEW NOW
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Inside the Operating Room: Placement of Sientra Shaped Breast Implants
Dr. Braden Stridde takes us into the operating room with his patient as she receives her breast implants through a small incision at the inframammary fold. VIEW NOW
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Sientra's Shaped Breast Implant: Implant Choice and Goal Setting
Dr. Braden Stridde explains the pre-operative marking process and what his goals are for this breast augmentation surgery. VIEW NOW
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"Will a Shaped Breast Implant Rotate?" Your Popular Implant Questions Answered
Dr. Joseph Grzeskiewicz answers several popular questions about breast implants, addressing some points that you may not have even thought about. VIEW NOW
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