Breast Augmentation

Breast ptosis (sagging) is an unavoidable part of life for many women. And while there are certain behaviors, such as excessive sun exposure, can contribute to skin laxity, most types of exercise are safe, even for women with larger breasts. However, a lifelong dedication to high-intensity sports… Read Full Post

Recently, Kristin Cavallari got frank about having breast lift surgery to address the aesthetic issues caused by breastfeeding three children. The problem of sagging breast tissue is, of course, not isolated to celebrities. It’s incredibly common following multiple pregnancies. So are issues such… Read Full Post

It takes four to six weeks to fully recover from breast augmentation surgery. For some women, it may take closer to eight weeks. This is dependent on factors unique to your anatomy, the specifics of your procedure, and how closely you follow the pre and postoperative directions provided by our… Read Full Post

Breast lift surgery is designed to remove loose and sagging skin from the breast mound. With a breast lift, tissue is raised into a perkier and more youthful position and firmed to create ideal symmetry and shape. The procedure is ideal for women whose breasts have begun to sag, no matter the… Read Full Post

There are two types of breast implant: saline, which are filled with a sterile saltwater solution, and silicone, which are filled with silicone gel. Newer silicone implants, colloquially known as “gummy bear implants,” contain a cohesive silicone gel that more closely mimics natural breast tissue… Read Full Post

The ten most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States are: Rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) Blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) Facelift Liposuction Breast Augmentation Neck Lift Dermabrasion Cheek Implants Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) Forehead Lift Facial procedures made up most of… Read Full Post

Mommy makeover surgery focuses on those parts of the body that may not “bounce back” after having children. This may include the breasts, the back and abdomen, the buttocks, thighs and hips, and even the neck and face. The amount of time it takes to recover from a mommy makeover will be influenced… Read Full Post

Modern breast implants are designed to last several years, but they aren’t guaranteed to last forever. In 2011, the FDA released a report which noted that after ten years of initial breast augmentation, one out of five patients required some type of revision surgery. That means while 20% of… Read Full Post

Many women ask Dr. Young whether they need breast augmentation or a breast lift. The answer to that question largely depends on your goals. If your primary goal is to increase the size or improve the shape of your breasts, then breast augmentation is most likely the best option for you. If you’re… Read Full Post

This is one of the most common questions about breast augmentation we hear during consultations at Advanced Cosmetic Surgery. Most women are great candidates for breast surgery, and Dr. Young takes time to ask you questions about the size and shape you’re looking for and listens to the goals you… Read Full Post