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Can breast implants interfere with the results of a self breast examination??

Posted January 29, 2014 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction, Transgender

Yes, women can and should be performing breast self-examinations on a monthly basis whether they have breast implants or not. However, there are some guidelines for women with breast implants when doing breast self-examination. To help with the examination you should ask your surgeon to help you distinguish between your implant and your breast. When […]

What is the Best Ointment/cream/oil/lotion to Use on Surgical Incision Scars?

Posted July 18, 2013 in Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), Breast Augmentation, Mommy Makeover, Plastic Surgeons, Scarring, Skin Care

BioCorneum is a 100% Silicone based scar treatment. This product is a silicone gel, that when applied of the affected area, works by forming a protective film that hydrates the scar and allows the scar to mature improving the appearance of the scar. BioCorneum also has and SPF of 30 to prevent darkening of the […]

As a Male Can I Get Breast Implants Without Getting HRT at All?

Posted March 13, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Transgender

Yes, it is possible to have breast augmentation surgery performed without ever being on hormonal replacement therapy. Of course you would need to speak with your Plastic Surgeon to pick your best plan of action Here at Premiere Center for Cosmetic Surgery we have performed hundreds of Transgender Breast Augmentations and have had amazing patient satisfaction […]

Is Minimal Sedation W/ Local Anesthesia Possible for Subglandular Placement?

Posted March 09, 2013 in Breast Augmentation

Yes it is possible to perform subglandular/submuscular placement of implants for a breast augmentation using local anethesia, but it is not recommened. The most common and safest approach for breast augmentation is general anethesia. At PREMIERE Center, we have been practicing the breast augmentation procedures for over 19 years with our board certified plastic surgeons on […]

How long do breast implants last?

Posted January 25, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift

The breast implant manufacturers claim their implants have a 1% failure rate per year. For some patients that means they may last for a life time. Others may not be as fortunate. There are ways that some implants may last longer. In General, saline implants, if overfilled slightly above their recommended volume last longer than […]

Why does my implant feel stuck?

Posted January 19, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Plastic Surgeons

The essence of a breast augmentation is to create an adequate pocket size in the breast for a sub glandular or sub muscular implant placement. The pocket should 20% larger than the base diameter of the implant. If in the immediate post period fluid develops you may have a capsular contraction, in which case you need to […]

Will a 380cc Implant Achieve my Goal of B-D/DD?

Posted December 26, 2012 in Breast Augmentation

Cup size is very relative as there is no real standard that bra manufacturers go by. In addition women wear their bra differently from too tight to too loose so predicting a precise cup size is not realistic. Implants of a final volume of 390 ccs would give significant enhancement. You probably can go all […]

Mommy Makeover Recovery

Posted December 07, 2012 in Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Butt Implants, Plastic Surgeons

Many patients come to see us requesting that both breast and body contouring to be done in one setting. Most of the time this can be done quite safely. However, abdominoplasty (or panniculectomy) combined with a breast reduction or breast lift is a large operation. Proper recovery is essential. Here are some keys that I find […]

Mommy Makeover 101

Posted November 30, 2012 in Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Liposuction

One of the most common procedures that is now performed is affectionately known as the “Mommy Makeover.” The goal of this surgery is to correct the many changes that can affect a woman’s body after childbirth. Most often, this procedure combines a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with breast surgery known as a breast augmentation. The breasts often droop […]

How and why do you massage breasts after breast augmentation?

Posted October 13, 2012 in Breast Augmentation

Massaging your breast after a breast augmentation is done so that the pocket remains slightly larger than the implant. The best time to do this exercise is whenever you are in the shower—if you link it to a daily activity you will not forget to do it. For patients who have tight muscles or implants […]

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