Like Goldilocks, some women think their breasts are too big. Others think they’re too small. And amazingly, a small minority of women think their breasts are just right. For women who want larger, fuller breasts, breast implants are a safe, highly successful way to get the breast size they’ve always wanted.
Category Archives: breast implants
How do you choose the right breast implant for your body? Well, the answer really depends upon your goals and the tradeoffs you wish to make. Dr. Beran will sit with you during your consultation and help you make the choice that is best for you. There is not one right choice for every woman. […]
Breast augmentation surgery is designed to improve shape, size, and cleavage of the breast. In almost all cases, the implants (saline or silicone) are placed under the pectoralis muscle. This helps to improve both the feel and appearance of the implants as well as decrease the chances of capsular contracture (a firmness that can occur […]
Although there is no expiration date on breast implants, they are not lifetime devices. However, there is a common misconception that implants, whether saline or silicone, only need to be replaced if there is a problem with them. Even though a problematic issue with any implant should be addressed immediately, it is just as crucial […]
We’ve already talked about 10 fun and fascinating things you may not know about breasts, but there are still more! With so much to be discovered about these features of the female chest, it’s no wonder that breasts are so popular. Here are some more interesting facts regarding breasts that many people are unaware of: […]
The popularity of cosmetic plastic surgery has increased over the last decade, partly due to the various reality shows that chronicle individuals who undergo a procedure, or two. It is becoming quite common for patients to request a combination of procedures in order to achieve their ideal outcome in one surgery setting. However, it is […]
There have always been questions regarding the safety of breast implants: Can they be harmful if they leak? Do silicone implants cause a greater health risk than saline breast implants? Can breast implants cause cancer? This last question is one that has been increasingly popular in recent years due to some related cases of anaplastic […]
When considering breast augmentation surgery, one of the most common questions is: Which breast implant is best? The two options available are saline and silicone gel filled breast implants. Each carries its own set of pros and cons, which are thoroughly discussed during your initial consultation. While they are both made of a thin, silicone […]
Women who visit my New York plastic surgery practice to learn about their options in breast surgery often have the same question: Do I need a lift or augmentation? The answer to this depends on various factors – breast shape, size, nipple alignment, and overall body shape and size. If a patient has small breasts […]