As you may have heard in the news, the FDA recently announced that cases of Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) have been discovered in patients who have textured-surface breast implants. With regard to these developments, Dr. Christine Petti believes it is important to fully inform patients and those […]
Plastic surgeon Christine Petti, MD wants women to know that there is no upper age limit for breast augmentation. Whether you are 18-years-old or 75-years-old, you could potentially be good a candidate for the procedure. When determining candidacy for breast augmentation, Dr. Petti considers many factors, the most important of […]
Many women who have undergone breast augmentation or are considering the procedure often ask if having breast implants can obscure the results of mammograms. Plastic surgeon Christine Petti, MD understands the importance of breast health and informs all of her patients with implants that mammograms performed by an experienced radiologist […]
Most women who undergo breast lift with augmentation are able to return to work and regular activities within a two-week period after their surgery. Some women heal more quickly than others. This can be due to several reasons, which may include the extent of their breast lift, the placement of […]
As women’s’ bodies endure hormonal fluctuations, weight changes, childbearing, and aging, the breasts lose their youthful appearance. However, a procedure called breast augmentation mastopexy (BAM) can simultaneously address several key cosmetic breast concerns by restoring volume, firmness, elevation, and shape. Breast augmentation mastopexy is a plastic surgery procedure that combines […]
