Is 5-HTP and ALA safe before surgery or no?

Hi tonny5, Breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. Implant...

Patients often think in terms of cup size when considering augmentation. Unfortunately, devices are sized in terms of milliliters (cc) of volume. This can lead to some confusion when sizing. Additionally, it is important to remember that cup size itself is not standardized with variations from...

I'm sorry to hear about your challenges.  The short answer is that your implants are not the cause of your health problems.  Although there is a lot that you may read on the web surrounding the supposed ill effects of implants on the immune system, there is a wealth of data showing a lack of co...

Dear maggadance,I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a breast augmentation surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process at 2 months  post op.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what y...

From what you describe, it sounds like you have pulled a chest muscle doing pull-ups and lifting weights. A pulled muscle should resolve with muscle rest and ibuprofen or another anti-inflammatory. Capsular contracture occurs over weeks to months and is the result of scar tissue that forms...

I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified,...