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 […]
Many women seek breast augmentation to enhance the size of their breasts. During the initial consultation, patients discuss how “big” they would like to go, and visual aids, computer imaging, and clear discussions between patient and doctor are good habits to help communicate expectations in terms of breast implant size […]
The term “bottom out” refers to breast implants that have descended on the chest wall following breast augmentation. As a result, the nipple-areola may sit too high (“starry-eyed nipple”), and the area beneath the areola and the upper breast may appear deflated, sunken, and disproportionate. Dr. Christine Petti, our board […]
Capsular contracture is a condition in which the scar tissue that naturally forms around breast implants noticeably distorts the breast shape and causes firmness, hardening, and vice-like pain. Although uncommon with modern implants, many women suffer from the symptoms of contracture. Dr. Christine Petti, our experienced plastic surgeon, takes great […]
Many women want to improve the appearance and enhance the size of their breasts with breast augmentation. At the same time, many women also want to be able to breastfeed children they may have after the procedure. Dr. Christine Petti, our board certified plastic surgeon, explains that – in most […]
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