Breast Procedures
This List Will Tell if You’re a Good Candidate for a Breast Lift
If you are considering cosmetic breast surgery, you may be wondering if reaching your goals will require a breast lift, or mastopexy. This transformative surgery can restore a youthful, lifted appearance to your breasts by reversing sagging and raising the nipple higher on the breast mound through incisions placed around the edge of the areola, […]
What is normal after breast augmentation? Your questions, answered by a board certified plastic surgeon.
Breast augmentation is performed as an outpatient procedure, meaning that you will go home the very day of surgery to rest and start your recovery. For this reason, it’s key to work with your plastic surgeon to understand what is normal—and when something merits a call to your surgeon—in the days, weeks, and months following […]
3 Current Trends in Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures, and as such, it has seen its fair share of trends over the years. Frederick plastic surgeon Dr. Henry F. Garazo has performed successful breast augmentation surgeries for over 20 years at his Maryland plastic surgery practice, and here, he shares 3 current breast […]
Complete Your Mommy Makeover Transformation with Liposuction
Ask a mother what she’s most proud of in her life, and you’ll hear about her children. She’ll tell you about what they’re learning and the funny things they say. What she may not tell you is that bearing those children left her with stubborn love handles, saggy breasts, and a tummy that refuses to […]
The Interesting History of Your Favorite Cosmetic Procedures
Writer and satirist Jonathan Swift once wrote, “It was a brave man who first ate an oyster.” Very true, and the same is true to those who first helped plastic surgeons and dermatologists discover many of the innovative cosmetic treatments we use today. RealSelf recently highlighted some of the odd beginnings of some our favorite […]
What’s Going on in the World of Cosmetic Surgery?
As a plastic surgery practice, it’s safe to assume we’re interested in all things cosmetic medicine—and we aren’t the only ones! If you’ve been curious about what country is getting the most plastic surgery or which procedures are topping the charts worldwide, read on. The Aesthetic Channel recently highlighted what’s going on in the world […]
Top 3 Questions About Breast Augmentation
If you’re considering breast augmentation and feeling slightly overwhelmed by information, you’re not alone! The decision to have a breast augmentation is an incredibly personal one that typically includes lots of consideration and research, but it can be difficult to gain a good understanding of what to expect. To make the process easier, we’ve narrowed […]
5 Myths About Gummy Bear Implants
Word is spreading and the rumor mill is going crazy over highly cohesive silicone gel breast implants, often referred to as “gummy bear” implants. Expanding the available options for breast augmentation, these misunderstood implants have been attracting surgeons and patients looking for new choices for long-lasting, natural results. But like the new kid in school, […]
A Brief History of Breast Implants
Breast augmentation has been one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries for women for years now, but the evolution of this procedure has taken some interesting twists and turns. What started as a wartime fad grew into a field of aesthetics that has helped millions of American women feel better about their appearance. This brief […]
Breast Augmentation Results: Why Patience is Key
After breast augmentation surgery, it’s natural to be eager to show off your new curves. It’s also normal to feel concerned if your new breasts don’t yet look the way you’d imagined. But don’t worry! Breast implants take time to settle, and you will see some changes during the first six months. Here’s what to […]