Breast Augmentation

Kansas City Plastic Surgeon serving Overland Park, Leawood & Nearby Areas of Kansas & Missouri

What is a “Gummy Bear’ Implant?
Posted: December 17, 2018
The “Gummy Bear” implant is a nickname for an implant that involves highly cohesive silicone gel inside the silicone breast implant shell. The consistency is similar to that of a gummy bear when you bite into it. Our board-certified plastic surgeon explains more about the gummy bear implant and… Read Full Post
How Do I Know If I Need a Breast Lift with Implants?
Posted: November 23, 2018
Whether or not you need a breast lift with implants comes down to the current location of your breast tissue and nipples. If you have moderate to severe drooping, you may want a breast lift with breast implants, because breast augmentation with implants does not address sagging breasts. Learn more… Read Full Post
What is the Difference Between a Breast Lift and Breast Augmentation?
Posted: October 08, 2018
There are several forms of breast surgery and each serves a unique purpose. A breast lift focuses on lifting and repositioning the breast tissue and areolas to provide a perkier contour, while a breast augmentation increases volume and projection with implants or fat transfer. These cosmetic… Read Full Post
Your Guide to 3 Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures
Posted: August 29, 2018
Some plastic surgery procedures have been popular for years and will continue to be highly requested by patients for a long time to come. If we were to pick a few procedures that fall into that category, the list would likely include breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and mommy makeovers. In 2017… Read Full Post
Common Questions About Breast Augmentation Surgery
Posted: August 20, 2018
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), plastic surgery continues to be on the rise and saw increases in nearly every procedure in 2017. Breast augmentations continue to be the number one surgical procedure sought out by people in the U.S., holding that title for nearly a… Read Full Post
What to Expect After a Breast Augmentation
Posted: July 24, 2018
If you’re having a breast augmentation or thinking about having the procedure, you may have lots of questions about the process. One major thing many women wonder about is what to expect after the surgery. In the video below, Dr. Levi Young briefly discusses what you should expect in the months… Read Full Post
Do I Need a Breast Lift or Breast Augmentation?
Posted: October 12, 2017
Breast augmentation continues to be the number one cosmetic surgery, but it doesn’t correct all breast imperfection insecurities. Contrary to popular belief, breast augmentation does not offer the same benefits as breast lift surgery. The best way to assess which procedure or procedures are most… Read Full Post
What to Expect After Breast Implants
Posted: January 20, 2016
There are a variety of questions patients have about their recovery process after breast implants. I spend time in each consultation educating each patient about what to expect during their recovery from surgery. The most important things I mention are what they will look like during the first… Read Full Post
What’s the Cost of a Breast Augmentation?
Posted: November 13, 2015
This is what everyone wants to know, and it’s often the question women ask before they even seek a consultation. The cost of a breast augmentation can vary widely based on local markets and depends on several factors. When you visit your surgeon, he or she should provide you with a quote that will… Read Full Post
Silicone vs. Saline Breast Implants
Posted: June 16, 2015
Silicone versus saline breast implants is one of the primary questions when considering a The A or B cup woman generally does not have a large volume of their own breast tissue to disguise an implant, and I will recommend silicone. The silicone implant in these women looks and feels more natural.… Read Full Post