4 weeks after breast lift with augmentation, Lower part of my breast is shiny? (photo)

I advise my patients to continue their physical activities after they are fully healed from surgery.  Running should not change your breasts significantly over time with proper support.   Breasts will continue to age with or without breast implants.  In my experience, pregnancies and weight chan...

Hi,Congratulations on your decision to have a breast lift with augmentation.  From what I can see in the photos your results look great.   Scabs can be normal at 3 -4 weeks after surgery, and do not represent any infection for you.  The nipple sensitivity is also normal, although not ev...

Thank you for this excellent question.  The real problem here is that implants dropping is a misnomer and a misunderstanding of what really happens with silicone and/or saline implants below the muscle.Because of the beautiful suture lines you have on the outside of your breasts, I am going to ...

Hello,Based solely on what you've said, your surgeon is being very cavalier with your current status, and not having you come in immediately for this is suspect. Your wound could lead to an infection of your implants, a disastrous problem. You need to be seen. Best of luck.

Thank you for the question. The majority of patients who undergo the breast augmentation/lifting procedure will be able to return to full activity without restriction, over the long-term.  Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to return to specific activities. He/she wi...

HEALING AFTER BREAST SURGERY, AUGMENTATION, LIFTS1.    pain is variable2.    it takes 2-3 months for implants to settle and muscles to relax3.    celebrex, motrin, and muscle relaxers can help4.    massage and stretching may help5.    everyone heals differently6.    4-7 days off from work is ...