Breast Augmentation
Breast Augmentation Pre-Op Instructions: A Complete Checklist
Following your surgeon’s pre-op instructions minimizes the risks of complications and helps ensure the best possible outcome. As such, it’s just as important as proper post-surgical care. Here is a checklist for the days leading up to your breast augmentation procedure. The days before your procedure Undergo all of your blood and medical tests well in … Continued
How to Choose the Best Bra After Breast Augmentation Surgery
Your bra plays a critical role in the healing process after breast augmentation surgery, offering both support and comfort. Typically, the best choice is a medical-grade compression bra, followed by a sports bra for more long-term use. Here are some tips on choosing the perfect bra to wear after your breast enhancement procedure. After surgery: Medical … Continued
Improving Breast Aesthetics Through Nipple Correction Surgery
Do you feel self-conscious about the appearance of your nipples? Consider having them corrected during a quick procedure with Gary D. Breslow MD, an renowned New Jersey plastic surgeon specialized in surgery of the breasts. Are my nipples and areolae normal? Women’s breasts are as diverse as there are women on the planet. Some have … Continued
Breast Implant Replacement: The True Lifespan of Saline and Silicone
It’s often said that breast implants should be replaced every decade. In fact, a 2011 report published by the FDA stated that 20% of women with silicone breast implants underwent surgery to have them replaced after ten years. Other studies state that the chances of a rupture increase by approximately 1% every year after the initial breast augmentation. … Continued
What Causes Tuberous Breasts, and How Can They Be Fixed?
Tuberous breast deformity (TBD) is a medical condition that occurs when one or both breasts fail to develop during puberty, leading to breasts that are tubular in shape instead of round. Though tuberous breasts are not a health concern, they can have a serious impact on emotional well-being. How is the condition diagnosed? Research has shown … Continued
Large Breast Implants: FAQ and a Word of Caution
If you have a wider frame, are undergoing reconstructive surgery, or simply wish to achieve a more voluptuous look, large breast implants may be right for you. However, there are some drawbacks you should also be aware of. How many cc’s are there in large implants? In the United States, the largest implant you can … Continued
Choosing the Right Procedure: Breast Lift, Breast Augmentation, or Both?
Do I need a breast lift or implants? This is a question patients frequently ask us. Generally speaking, a breast lift reshapes and sculpts the nipples and breast mound, whereas a breast augmentation enhances cleavage and upper-pole fullness. Depending on your anatomy and desired outcome, you may choose to undergo a breast lift, a breast augmentation … Continued
Breast Implant Rippling: Causes and Solutions
Breast implant rippling occurs when folds in the implant can be seen or felt through the skin. This relatively common breast augmentation complication can be addressed through revision surgery. In this article, New Jersey breast augmentation surgeons Dr. Gary D. Breslow and Dr. Jordan P. Farkas answer common questions about implant rippling: what causes it, … Continued