Aging, hormone changes, childbirth and breastfeeding can dramatically impact the shape and firmness of breasts. Perhaps you have noticed that your breasts don’t sit as high as they once did, they feel deflated or maybe you have had surgery that has altered the appearance of your breasts. From creating voluptuous curves to rebuilding after a …
After a breast cancer diagnosis, many patients seek breast reconstruction to reflect their restored health. Breast reconstruction can be a critical step in moving forward, but how do you know which type of procedure is the right choice for you? In some situations, a combination of reconstruction techniques, also known as hybrid breast reconstruction, may …
The decision to have breast reconstruction following a mastectomy is a personal one. For some women, the experience of losing one or both breasts can feel as devastating as receiving the cancer diagnosis. Many opt to have breast reconstruction to return to a feeling of wholeness and to reflect their restored health. Those who do …
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Breast augmentation is a procedure that boasts a high patient satisfaction rate, due to its ability to dramatically enhance your appearance. However, before you can enjoy your new breasts to the fullest, you will need to complete the post-operative recovery process. How long does recovery take and how does it feel? Dr. Christine Fisher and …
Are you specially trained in microsurgery? Breast reconstruction surgery using perforator flaps, such as a DIEP flap, requires extensive microsurgical training to accomplish safely and reliably. All of our surgeons are experienced in microsurgery. Our surgeons focus their practice on advanced microsurgical breast reconstruction, and care for hundreds of patients per year. How many of …
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All patients are concerned with how long their plastic surgery recovery will take. The three main facets of recovery are healing, activity level, and the final aesthetic appearance. Plastic surgery recovery is measured in both medical and aesthetic terms. Plastic surgery results often look good by the time you resume your usual routine, and they will …
Most important: Avoid all sources of nicotine The most important thing to avoid before and after plastic surgery is exposure to nicotine. Smoking or vaporizing nicotine during the weeks before and after surgery is very dangerous as it dramatically reduces your body’s ability to heal. Nicotine causes constriction of blood vessels and impairs your immune …
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