Posted May 12, 2019 in Breast Revision
Breast procedures, including breast revision, are the most frequently requested procedures. In large studies, approximately 95 percent of patients are happy with their choice to undergo surgery, which makes breast augmentation one of the more successful cosmetic procedures. However, as with any other surgery, there are certainly risks, such as infection, bleeding, implant deflation, and […]
Read MorePosted May 01, 2019 in Breast Implants
Once you have decided that you wish to undergo breast augmentation, you will likely start researching your options. This can get confusing quickly, as there is a lot of information out there and every doctor has his or her own opinion. Here we will discuss the many options you have, and Dr. Friedman’s recommendations to […]
Read MorePosted April 29, 2019 in Breast Implants, Implant Rupture
Following FDA restrictions on silicone gel implants in 1992, saline implants were the only available devices for breast augmentation in the U.S. until the approval of silicone gel in late 2006. Unfortunately, most breast implants do not last as long as the women who possess them. If you have undergone or are considering breast augmentation, […]
Read MorePosted April 19, 2019 in Gummy Bear Implants
Okay, you’ve heard about the new gummy bear implants, and they sound really cool. But what the heck is a gummy bear implant, and what’s so good about it? Saline implants are filled with salt water. Since they’re liquid, they are about as far from “gummy” as you can get. Silicone gel implants, on the […]
Read MorePosted April 07, 2019 in Breast Lift
So you’ve had a couple of kids and your breasts just don’t look the same anymore. They’ve lost fullness, especially up top, and they’ve gotten smaller and saggier. Can you get away with just a breast augmentation (Fig. 1), or would you benefit from a breast lift too (Fig. 2)? According to Dr. Friedman, a […]
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