Posts Tagged ‘Breast Augmentation’
Thursday, July 28th, 2011
Although advertisements for fat grafting the breast as an alternative to traditional methods of breast augmentation such as implants have become commonplace, it is still not yet a widely accepted method.
Very few plastic surgeons consider enlarging the breast using fat to be a suitable replacement for implants which have a long, safe track record. Because plastic surgeons are the authorities on breast augmentation, it is very educational to see that very few will pick fat over implants.
Several reasons exist for the feeling of plastic surgeons that patients do better and are safer to enlarge their breasts using implants.
As of today, no plastic surgeon in the State of Utah or city of Salt Lake or Ogden augments the breast using fat. That should be a strong signal to the patient as to the wisdom of this technique.
If you would like more information on Fat Grafts or Breast Implants please feel free to contact my office!
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Tuesday, October 5th, 2010
If you are looking for more information on breast augmentation in Utah, you are not the only one. Women seek out breast enhancement procedures for many reasons. Some women feel their breasts are too small, while others may feel their breasts are not perfectly symmetrical and they would like to even them out and make them more similar to each other. Or, sometimes, after women have children, their breasts may sag somewhat or lose some of their elasticity. When this happens, a woman may want to consider a breast lift with a breast augmentation.
Utah breast augmentation procedures have gotten increasingly common and now they are very safe as well. Women who decide to have a procedure done should go over their expectations and medical history with their plastic surgeon. A board certified plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Brzowski will want to discuss breast implants types. Nowadays implants are made from either silicon or saline. Saline implants are cost-effective and firmer, but some women have reported that they experience a rippling or rolling sensation from the implant after they have the procedure done. This can look odd to an outsider and can cause the patient some embarrassment. Because of this, many women decide to spend the extra money for the softer material and more natural look provided by silicone breast implants.
Silicone breast implants were at the center of some controversies in the past, but those have been resolved and the health risks have been corrected. Utah breast augmentation procedures can be successfully combined with breast lift procedures. A breast lift with breast augmentation includes lifting the breasts to correct sagging, then supplementing with an implant to add density and size, effectively filling out areas that may have flattened as the result of age, nursing, or gravity.
More and more women of many different ages decide on Utah breast augmentation to help to shape their bodies into a more ideal image of themselves. Women often get liposuction of the abodmen in conjunction with a breast procedure to achieve the full enhancement they desire. All surgeries carry their own risks of bleeding, infections, scars, and long recovery times, but these risks can be minimized and the vast majority of women who have breast augmentation surgery say they had no problems and would very willingly do it again. It is hard to put a price on the kind of happiness and satisfaction that you obtain when you feel good about how you look and who you are. While plastic surgery can’t provide that for you, it can help you get moving in that direction by enhancing your nautral beauty.
To learn more about a breast procedure and whether or not it is right for you, contact my office Salt Lake City area office today to schedule a consultation.
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Friday, September 24th, 2010
Getting a plastic surgery procedure is a very personal decision and no one can tell you what to do about it or where or when to get it. You are the one who will have to live with your body for the rest of your life, so it is important that before any plastic surgery routine, you ask yourself some honest questions about why you are doing this. If you are ready to take the next step, here are some common plastic surgery procedures to consider.
Liposuction is a plastic surgery procedure that has gotten easier and safer in recent years. As technology as advanced and doctors have gotten more experienced doing the procedure, it has become more and more common. During a liposuction procedure, a doctor will make an incision in the affected area and remove unwanted fatty tissue. The result is that the patient has an immediate improved appearance and reduced fat in the specified areas. Liposuction recovery will include dealing with skin that has been stretched out due to the fatty tissue, so sometimes liposuction patients will wish to combine their procedure with a tummy tuck or other procedure that can remove the extra skin.
Breast augmentation is another procedure that has gotten easier, safer, and more common than ever before. Also known as breast implant surgery, during this procedure the doctor will make incisions under the breast and insert the implant of your choice, be it silicon or saline. Although saline is the cheaper of the two options, many patients choose silicon because of the softer texture and the reported decrease of the sensation and appearance of rolling in the patient after the surgery has been completed. Although plastic surgery is safer than it has ever been, there are still issues to consider after the surgery. One of them is the life expectancy of the implants. Sometimes they break and sometimes they have to be replaced. Your doctor can fill you in on the details of these potential problems.
Finally, eyelid surgery is also increasingly popular, even with people who swore they would never get or need plastic surgery of any kind. People want their eyes to remain attentive and alert even as they age. Because this surgery is localized in a small area, many people perceive this procedure as manageable for them. Small incisions are made over the eye, between the lid and the brow, or under the lid. In these areas, the natural formation of the eye hides the scar and allows the doctor to remove fatty tissue and tighten muscles around the eye. The result is a more youthful looking appearance around the eyes.
Whether you are want to learn more about a procedure that will rejuvenate your appearance, define your abdomen, or enhance your breasts, contact my office today to schedule a consultation.
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Thursday, August 19th, 2010
Many women have felt ever since puberty that they would like to improve on their breasts in some way. If a woman is unhappy with the size, shape, firmness, or symmetry of her breasts, she may have carried years of private discomfort or shame. After a pregnancy or breast-feeding experience, breasts sometimes change shape or consistency in ways women are uncomfortable with as well. When women consider breast augmentation, just the idea of it can also cause a degree of uncertainty. But the truth is that advances in the surgery techniques and technologies nowadays have eased the conditions of the procedure, shortened recovery times, and minimized potential long-term effects.
Breast augmentation is a term that can refer to a more familiar term, breast implants. Many women are not fully satisfied with the size or shape of their breast and turn to breast augmentation with the use of breast to achieve the look they desire. Someone may have had lifelong dreams to have bigger breasts and a breast augmentation will fulfill those wishes. Or for some, breasts are a little too asymmetrical and they would like to even them out to be the same size. Women with sagging breasts might also benefit from breast implants if they would like to have firmer breasts, which can also be performed in conjunction with a breast lift.
When considering the specifics of your breast augmentation procedure, there are certain decisions that must be made. One is what material you would like your implants to be made of. The two most popular substances used for breast implants are silicon and saline. Early prototypes of silicone breast implants were considered to be unsafe, but improvements have put silicone implants back on the market in a major way. They are now both safe and legal. Although they are more expensive than saline, the extra money is probably worth it because they are considered to look more natural in the woman’s body and they are much less prone to the “rippling” effect that is more common in saline breast implants.
Another consideration regarding your breast augmentation surgery is the size and shape of the implant. Women should definitely spend as much time as they need to trying on different sizes and shapes in the doctor’s office before deciding on any one particular implant model. This is a big decision, so you’ll want to make it carefully and be sure you find something you are comfortable with. Many women who have had successful breast augmentation surgery in Salt Lake City, and they often say it changed their lives. The outward results often include powerful and noticeable improvements in self-esteem and overall life performance.
Contact my office today to schedule a consultation to learn more about breast augmentation in Utah.
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Friday, June 4th, 2010
There are several different types of plastic surgery procedures offered at Brzowski Plastic Surgery in the area of Ogden and Salt Lake City. Some of the most commonly performed ones include breast augmentation, liposuction, surgery after massive weight loss, eyelid surgery, face lift, etc. Cosmetic Surgery procedures are just as common, they include non-invasive aesthetic procedures and treatments like Botox, Restylane, Microdermabrasion, and more. There are many reasons why a person might want to get one or more of these procedures done.
Individuals may consider having surgery done if they are dissatisfied with a certain aspect of their appearance. For example, if you are a woman who wants to enhance your curves, as you feel self conscious about your small breasts, then a breast augmentation may help you boost your self-esteem. Liposuction is common among men and women, if you have excess fat that you are having a lot of trouble getting rid of through diet and exercise, then liposuction may be the right procedure for you.
Dr. Brzowski also specializes in surgery after massive weight loss. It is very common for someone whom has lost a significant amount of weight not to feel satisfied with the end result due to loose and sagging skin or excess fat still apparent on the body. Arm lift, thigh lift, or a complete body lift may be the extra step to achieving your desired results. After one or more of these procedures, many patients feel more confidence in their new body.
Different factors should be considered before making your decision on a procedure. Factors include the quality of the plastic surgeon performing the procedure, the equipment that the physician will use during surgery, the cost of the procedure, etc. However, it is important not to let cost be the determining factor, as a relative amount of cosmetic surgery procedures performed are correcting other individuals work whom were less expensive, but where not certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or whom did not complete the necessary training. Dr. Brzowski is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has also completed extensive training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the highly renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
If you are an out of town patient considering flying in for plastic surgery, we would be happy to help you make accommodation. Plastic Surgery in the Salt Lake City/ Ogden Utah area is often cheaper than other markets. The cosmetic surgery procedure costs are due to our strong economy and lower overhead medical care costs. So many people chose to have their desired procedure done here.
Whether you are a current resident or out of town patient interested in a plastic surgery procedure, contact our office today to schedule a consultation. Together we can discuss the procedure or procedures you are considering and determine the best and most cost affective plan to help you achieve your goals. At the time of a consultation we will also go over any questions or concerns you have to ensure you leave the office confident your decision.
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