Question: I had my first set of breast implants put in through the armpit 7 years ago. I want to go bigger, but my surgeon said he would have to put the new implants in through my nipples. I love not having any scars on my breasts. Can Dr. Corbin put my new implants in using my old scars under my arms?
Answer: Yes I can put your new breast implants in through your old incisions under your arms. I have done thousands of axillary breast augmentations. As long as your breasts are not drooping and your nipples don't need to be altered or moved I will use an axillary approach to exchange your implants.
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Monday, April 30, 2012
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: What is the TUBA breast augmentation? Does Dr. Corbin perform this surgery?
Answer: The TUBA is a Trans Umbilical Breast Augmentation. Basically, an augmentation where the incision is placed in the belly button. A tunnel is made from the belly button to the chest and the breast implants are placed via this approach. I do perform the TUBA breast augmentation, but it is not a suitable technique for every patient. For example I would not recommend a TUBA on a patient who would benefit from having a breast lift or one who has nipple height differences. The TUBA can only be done using Saline breast implants. It is not recommended by the implant manufactures to put Silicone breast implants in through a transumbilical approach. Because I perform breast augmentations using all 4 options, Nipple areolar, Tuba, Axillary, or Inframammary, I carefully evaluate each patients individual needs to educate them on the best surgery approach for them. If my patient has good measurement and is selecting an average size breast implant, I prefer to let my patients have t
he option of deciding where they would like their small incisions placed.
Answer: The TUBA is a Trans Umbilical Breast Augmentation. Basically, an augmentation where the incision is placed in the belly button. A tunnel is made from the belly button to the chest and the breast implants are placed via this approach. I do perform the TUBA breast augmentation, but it is not a suitable technique for every patient. For example I would not recommend a TUBA on a patient who would benefit from having a breast lift or one who has nipple height differences. The TUBA can only be done using Saline breast implants. It is not recommended by the implant manufactures to put Silicone breast implants in through a transumbilical approach. Because I perform breast augmentations using all 4 options, Nipple areolar, Tuba, Axillary, or Inframammary, I carefully evaluate each patients individual needs to educate them on the best surgery approach for them. If my patient has good measurement and is selecting an average size breast implant, I prefer to let my patients have t
he option of deciding where they would like their small incisions placed.
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: What is BDD?
Answer: BDD is Body dysmorphic disorder. BDD patients are abnormally preoccupied with a real or imagined defect in their physical appearance. Body dysmorphic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder. BDD patients are obsessed with their physical appearance. Physical features or attributes are what provokes the patient's anxiety and negative perception. Individuals with BDD are not suitable candidates for plastic surgery because they may have unrealistic surgery expectations.
Answer: BDD is Body dysmorphic disorder. BDD patients are abnormally preoccupied with a real or imagined defect in their physical appearance. Body dysmorphic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder. BDD patients are obsessed with their physical appearance. Physical features or attributes are what provokes the patient's anxiety and negative perception. Individuals with BDD are not suitable candidates for plastic surgery because they may have unrealistic surgery expectations.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: After my breast augmentation I felt a tight painful vein on my chest. What is this and will it go away?
Answer: The painful vein on your chest is referred to as Mondors Syndrome. It is Thrombophlebitis of the thoracoepigastric vein of the breast and chest wall. The vein feels tight and it is uncomfortable. Mondors Syndrome is temporary and will resolve in time.
Answer: The painful vein on your chest is referred to as Mondors Syndrome. It is Thrombophlebitis of the thoracoepigastric vein of the breast and chest wall. The vein feels tight and it is uncomfortable. Mondors Syndrome is temporary and will resolve in time.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: Whenever I go to the mountains or skiing my breast implants feel different and they make a squishy sound? What is this?
Answer: This is commonly seen because of the pressure change and probably a small amount of residual air is in the pocket than is compressed at sea level.
Answer: This is commonly seen because of the pressure change and probably a small amount of residual air is in the pocket than is compressed at sea level.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I just finished my radiation and chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer. I have also had two radical mastectomies and am anxious to have breast reconstruction surgery. When does Dr. Corbin recommend starting breast reconstruction?
Answer: If you have just completed generally Dr. Corbin recommends waiting 6 months before starting any breast reconstruction. However the patient should be seen prior to the 6 months to be evaluated to see what procedure would give her the best outcome.
Answer: If you have just completed generally Dr. Corbin recommends waiting 6 months before starting any breast reconstruction. However the patient should be seen prior to the 6 months to be evaluated to see what procedure would give her the best outcome.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I am an Asian female who would like to enlarge my chest area. I want very natural looking breasts so no one thinks I have had plastic surgery. What does Dr. Corbin recommend?
Answer: I have a lot of Asian patients who are very happy with their breasts after surgery. For natural looking breasts I would recommend smaller breast implants put in through an approach that will leave no scars on your breasts. A noticeable scar on the breasts is a dead giveaway of surgery. To see photos and testimonials of other Asian women who have had a breast augmentations go to, www.BreastImplantsforAsianWomen.com
Answer: I have a lot of Asian patients who are very happy with their breasts after surgery. For natural looking breasts I would recommend smaller breast implants put in through an approach that will leave no scars on your breasts. A noticeable scar on the breasts is a dead giveaway of surgery. To see photos and testimonials of other Asian women who have had a breast augmentations go to, www.BreastImplantsforAsianWomen.com
Monday, April 23, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I am a female body builder and I would like to have breast implants but I don't like the way they look when the pectoral major muscle is flexed. What causes this and can I have breast implants without this happening?
Answer: If the breast implants are placed in front of the muscle this avoids the contracture of the muscle. The trade off is that thin patients with little or no breast tissue or fat to cover over the implants may see ripples and also some studies indicate that implants placed in front of the muscle have a higher incident of capsular contracture. However, stats don't apply to individuals. Textured breast implants in front of the muscle reduce the incident of capsular contracture.
Answer: If the breast implants are placed in front of the muscle this avoids the contracture of the muscle. The trade off is that thin patients with little or no breast tissue or fat to cover over the implants may see ripples and also some studies indicate that implants placed in front of the muscle have a higher incident of capsular contracture. However, stats don't apply to individuals. Textured breast implants in front of the muscle reduce the incident of capsular contracture.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I recently lost weight and now I can feel the edge of the breast implants. Is there anything Dr. Corbin would recommend?
Answer: Implant rippling can be seen in some thin patients because there is less breast tissue to cover over the breast implant. Some solutions for patients is to switch from saline breast implants to silicone implants as they ripple less. Or another option may be to use alloderm to put between the skin and the breast implant. In some patients fat injections are used to restore fat into the breast and help with rippling.
Answer: Implant rippling can be seen in some thin patients because there is less breast tissue to cover over the breast implant. Some solutions for patients is to switch from saline breast implants to silicone implants as they ripple less. Or another option may be to use alloderm to put between the skin and the breast implant. In some patients fat injections are used to restore fat into the breast and help with rippling.
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I am a transgender female interested in breast surgery. Does Dr. Corbin perform this surgery and what are my breast implant options?
Answer: Yes I do perform breast augmentation surgery in transgender patients. After November 17, 2006, your breast implant options now include silicone gel breast implants. In the past silicone breast implants in women and for use in women having mastopexy, reconstruction, and revisions from saline implants complications. There are many different sizes and styles of saline or silicone breast implants for you to choose from. For a complete catalogue go to www.MentorCorp.com and look at the different implant styles.
Answer: Yes I do perform breast augmentation surgery in transgender patients. After November 17, 2006, your breast implant options now include silicone gel breast implants. In the past silicone breast implants in women and for use in women having mastopexy, reconstruction, and revisions from saline implants complications. There are many different sizes and styles of saline or silicone breast implants for you to choose from. For a complete catalogue go to www.MentorCorp.com and look at the different implant styles.
Friday, April 20, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I have had Keloid scars in the past. I want to get my breasts enlarged, but I am afraid I will keloid again. What does Dr. Corbin recommend for patients who may form keloid scars?
Answer: I recommend that patients who have a history of forming keloid scars have their incisions placed in an inconspicuous location off the breasts. Also, just because a patient has formed keloid scars in the past doesn't mean they will have it occur again.
Answer: I recommend that patients who have a history of forming keloid scars have their incisions placed in an inconspicuous location off the breasts. Also, just because a patient has formed keloid scars in the past doesn't mean they will have it occur again.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: What is a Siltex breast implant?
Answer: Siltex breast implant is a textured surfaced implant. These breast implants are sometimes used to help prevent capsular contracture. Siltex implants are also sometimes used if the implants are placed sub mammary instead of sub muscular.
Answer: Siltex breast implant is a textured surfaced implant. These breast implants are sometimes used to help prevent capsular contracture. Siltex implants are also sometimes used if the implants are placed sub mammary instead of sub muscular.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: What is a teardrop shaped breast implant?
Answer: A.A teardrop or anatomical implant is a pre shaped tear drop shaped breast implant. Generally this implant is firmer so that it maintains its shape and it requires a larger incision to place the implant through. Sometimes the implant may shift causing the pre shaped teardrop implant to have a distorted look.
Answer: A.A teardrop or anatomical implant is a pre shaped tear drop shaped breast implant. Generally this implant is firmer so that it maintains its shape and it requires a larger incision to place the implant through. Sometimes the implant may shift causing the pre shaped teardrop implant to have a distorted look.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: What is the Memory Gel Implant?
Answer: It is a silicone breast implant manufactured by Mentor. According to the manufacturer it is a unique elastic solid. The content of this silicone breast implant sticks together uniformly inside its casing while maintaining a shape that resembles a natural breast.
Answer: It is a silicone breast implant manufactured by Mentor. According to the manufacturer it is a unique elastic solid. The content of this silicone breast implant sticks together uniformly inside its casing while maintaining a shape that resembles a natural breast.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: Is it possible to get capsular contracture in just one breast if both breasts have implants?
Answer: Some patients heal more aggressively than others and some form capsular contracture which is scar tissue that forms around the breast implant. The scar constricts and pulls against the breast implant. Capsular contracture can happen in one or both breasts and it may only happen once or in a small percentage of patients it can reoccur. Capsular contracture may be painful and it may also distort the shape of the breast. In some extreme cases it may cause an implant rupture because the scar is so tightly contracted around the implant. Capsular contracture can happen soon after breast surgery or years afterwards. It varies. Generally if capsular contracture occurs surgery is recommended to remove the capsule and remove and replace the breast implants.
Answer: Some patients heal more aggressively than others and some form capsular contracture which is scar tissue that forms around the breast implant. The scar constricts and pulls against the breast implant. Capsular contracture can happen in one or both breasts and it may only happen once or in a small percentage of patients it can reoccur. Capsular contracture may be painful and it may also distort the shape of the breast. In some extreme cases it may cause an implant rupture because the scar is so tightly contracted around the implant. Capsular contracture can happen soon after breast surgery or years afterwards. It varies. Generally if capsular contracture occurs surgery is recommended to remove the capsule and remove and replace the breast implants.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I need a breast reduction. My back and shoulders ache, I have head aches, I have deep groves in my shoulders from my bras. Help! I really want to have my breasts reduced from a DD to a C cup, but I am so afraid of all the scars on the breasts from the inverted T. Is there another option to give me smaller, perkier breasts?
Answer: It sounds like you are an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. Patients suffering from macromastia like you often suffer both physically and emotionally due to their extra large breasts. Breast reduction surgery can dramatically improve your self image and make it easier for you to fit into clothing and bras. There are other breast reduction options for you with less scarring than the old inverted T reduction. At my office I don't do the old inverted T reduction unless the patient already has those scars and is having a revision done by me or they request an inverted T. The other 2 breast reduction techniques I may recommend for you is liposuction breast reduction or a circum vertical breast reduction. If you only need a small amount of breast tissue removed and you don't need a lift you may be a candidate for liposuction to reduce your breast size. If you require the removal of breast tissue and a lift then I would recommend the circum vertical breast r
eduction. Like you, most women have concerns about scars on their breasts, so I do a minimal scar breast reduction that limits the scar to around the nipple areolar complex and vertically down the breast. I do not place the long scars along the entire crease of the breasts like the inverted T scars. With the breast reduction surgery techniques I use, the patient will benefit from less scarring, and smaller perkier breasts that are more proportionate for their body. The benefits of breast reduction surgeries that I have performed on hundreds of women are both physically and emotionally rewarding for the patients. I look forward to helping you.
Answer: It sounds like you are an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. Patients suffering from macromastia like you often suffer both physically and emotionally due to their extra large breasts. Breast reduction surgery can dramatically improve your self image and make it easier for you to fit into clothing and bras. There are other breast reduction options for you with less scarring than the old inverted T reduction. At my office I don't do the old inverted T reduction unless the patient already has those scars and is having a revision done by me or they request an inverted T. The other 2 breast reduction techniques I may recommend for you is liposuction breast reduction or a circum vertical breast reduction. If you only need a small amount of breast tissue removed and you don't need a lift you may be a candidate for liposuction to reduce your breast size. If you require the removal of breast tissue and a lift then I would recommend the circum vertical breast r
eduction. Like you, most women have concerns about scars on their breasts, so I do a minimal scar breast reduction that limits the scar to around the nipple areolar complex and vertically down the breast. I do not place the long scars along the entire crease of the breasts like the inverted T scars. With the breast reduction surgery techniques I use, the patient will benefit from less scarring, and smaller perkier breasts that are more proportionate for their body. The benefits of breast reduction surgeries that I have performed on hundreds of women are both physically and emotionally rewarding for the patients. I look forward to helping you.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I have very small nipples and I would like to make them larger and more prominent. Is there a surgery can do this?
Answer: Yes inverted nipples or small nipples can be projected further with surgery. The nipple is released by surrounding tissue and brought forward via a small incision.
Answer: Yes inverted nipples or small nipples can be projected further with surgery. The nipple is released by surrounding tissue and brought forward via a small incision.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I have had 3 children and my breasts are very saggy. My nipple hangs down to the bottom of my breast. I went to one surgeon who suggested a 'Crescent Breast Lift ' I will only have a small scar on the top of my nipple. When I looked on your website I saw other women who also had very droopy breasts like mine that you did a spair breast lift on. What is the difference between the lifts and which one will be the right surgery for me?
Answer: It sounds like you would be a candidate for a more effective breast lift than a crescent. I generally use a crescent lift to reposition or raise a nipple slightly. This is a minimally invasive lift with minimal lift advantages for patients with very droopy breasts and nipples at or below the breast crease. If a crescent lift is done with breast implants on very ptotic breasts this can elongate and distort the shape of the nipples and also make the breasts droop more because of the extra weight of the breast implant. Minimal lift = minimal changes to the breasts. The best thing for you to do is to come in for a consultation to be physically examined and informed in person what is the best surgery for you. I try to give my patients the most lift with the least amount of scarring and if you would benefit from a crescent breast lift I perform this surgery successfully on a regular basis.
Answer: It sounds like you would be a candidate for a more effective breast lift than a crescent. I generally use a crescent lift to reposition or raise a nipple slightly. This is a minimally invasive lift with minimal lift advantages for patients with very droopy breasts and nipples at or below the breast crease. If a crescent lift is done with breast implants on very ptotic breasts this can elongate and distort the shape of the nipples and also make the breasts droop more because of the extra weight of the breast implant. Minimal lift = minimal changes to the breasts. The best thing for you to do is to come in for a consultation to be physically examined and informed in person what is the best surgery for you. I try to give my patients the most lift with the least amount of scarring and if you would benefit from a crescent breast lift I perform this surgery successfully on a regular basis.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: If I have liposuction on my breasts to make them smaller will they also be lifted?
Answer: Depending on the initial breast shape before surgery some patients may see a subtle lift, but in larger droopier breast there will be no signs of a lift only a size decrease.
Answer: Depending on the initial breast shape before surgery some patients may see a subtle lift, but in larger droopier breast there will be no signs of a lift only a size decrease.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: If a surgeon uses a laser instead of a scalpel on a breast lift will this make a difference in the size of the scars?
Answer: No. A laser is nothing more than another form of a scalpel used to cut or deepatheliazed the skin. The size of the scars is a function of the tension on the wound, the pattern of mastopexy used, the skill of the surgeon and ultimately how ell the individual heals.
Answer: No. A laser is nothing more than another form of a scalpel used to cut or deepatheliazed the skin. The size of the scars is a function of the tension on the wound, the pattern of mastopexy used, the skill of the surgeon and ultimately how ell the individual heals.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I want to have my droopy breasts lifted. I have been on 3 other consultations and all the plastic surgeons recommend an inverted T breast lift. I am nervous because I scar easily and do not want to have all those scars. I read that Dr. Corbin does a minimal scarring breast lift instead of the inverted T. Where are the scars located with his breast lift? Thanks
Answer: In most cases the scar can be either limited to around the nipple-areola complex, or for larger breasts a short vertical scar going down from the areola. With this technique the incision under the breast has now been done away with. Throw away the anchor scar!
Answer: In most cases the scar can be either limited to around the nipple-areola complex, or for larger breasts a short vertical scar going down from the areola. With this technique the incision under the breast has now been done away with. Throw away the anchor scar!
Monday, April 9, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I live in New York and I want to have my breasts done by Dr. Corbin. Does he accept out of town patients? Do you offer aftercare?
Answer: Yes, I see patients from all over the world for breast surgery. Generally, I recommend my out of town patients get medical clearance for cosmetic surgery before they fly to California for surgery. We can arrange different aftercare options for you depending on what your needs are. Some out of town patients like to stay in an aftercare facility their entire recovery period and others prefer to recover in a hotel with a private nurse. This is a detail my patient care coordinator will arrange for you at the time of your surgery booking. Dee will assist you with all your surgery arrangements so you will be comfortable and well taken care of.
Answer: Yes, I see patients from all over the world for breast surgery. Generally, I recommend my out of town patients get medical clearance for cosmetic surgery before they fly to California for surgery. We can arrange different aftercare options for you depending on what your needs are. Some out of town patients like to stay in an aftercare facility their entire recovery period and others prefer to recover in a hotel with a private nurse. This is a detail my patient care coordinator will arrange for you at the time of your surgery booking. Dee will assist you with all your surgery arrangements so you will be comfortable and well taken care of.
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I live in New York and I want to have my breasts done by Dr. Corbin. Does he accept out of town patients? Do you offer aftercare?
Answer: Yes, I see patients from all over the world for breast surgery. Generally, I recommend my out of town patients get medical clearance for cosmetic surgery before they fly to California for surgery. We can arrange different aftercare options for you depending on what your needs are. Some out of town patients like to stay in an aftercare facility their entire recovery period and others prefer to recover in a hotel with a private nurse. This is a detail my patient care coordinator will arrange for you at the time of your surgery booking. Dee will assist you with all your surgery arrangements so you will be comfortable and well taken care of.
Answer: Yes, I see patients from all over the world for breast surgery. Generally, I recommend my out of town patients get medical clearance for cosmetic surgery before they fly to California for surgery. We can arrange different aftercare options for you depending on what your needs are. Some out of town patients like to stay in an aftercare facility their entire recovery period and others prefer to recover in a hotel with a private nurse. This is a detail my patient care coordinator will arrange for you at the time of your surgery booking. Dee will assist you with all your surgery arrangements so you will be comfortable and well taken care of.
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I live in Florida and I want Dr. Corbin to do my breast surgery. Where do I start? And what do I have to do?
Answer: I perform breast surgery on patients from all over the world. First you need to E-mail me medical style photos of your breasts. Send a front view and a side view. Along with the photos write down what your surgery goals are. These are the first steps you need to take. We also require that our out of town patients be cleared for surgery and have lab work done before they fly into have surgery. To find out what lab work and or EKG is needed, contact our patient care coordinator Dee at (714) 671-3033. She will arrange to have a nurse call you to discuss your pre surgery care. Dee will arrange a surgery date, accommodations, transportation and post operative care and follow-up for you. We try an accommodate our out of town patients and make their surgery and stay as comfortable as possible.
Answer: I perform breast surgery on patients from all over the world. First you need to E-mail me medical style photos of your breasts. Send a front view and a side view. Along with the photos write down what your surgery goals are. These are the first steps you need to take. We also require that our out of town patients be cleared for surgery and have lab work done before they fly into have surgery. To find out what lab work and or EKG is needed, contact our patient care coordinator Dee at (714) 671-3033. She will arrange to have a nurse call you to discuss your pre surgery care. Dee will arrange a surgery date, accommodations, transportation and post operative care and follow-up for you. We try an accommodate our out of town patients and make their surgery and stay as comfortable as possible.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: If I loose weight will I have smaller perkier breasts?
Answer: It depends on how much weight you lose and how much natural breast tissue you have. Because women's breasts are made up mostly of fat the breasts can change shape and size after weight loss. Generally, the breasts become droopier and not perkier after a patient looses weight especially if it is a major amount of weight.
Answer: It depends on how much weight you lose and how much natural breast tissue you have. Because women's breasts are made up mostly of fat the breasts can change shape and size after weight loss. Generally, the breasts become droopier and not perkier after a patient looses weight especially if it is a major amount of weight.
Friday, April 6, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I just found out that I am pregnant. Should I cancel my breast surgery?
Answer: Absolutely. We do pregnancy tests on our patients before surgery. If a patient is pregnant we cancel their surgery because they cannot have general anesthesia. The surgery can always be rescheduled when the patient is not pregnant.
Answer: Absolutely. We do pregnancy tests on our patients before surgery. If a patient is pregnant we cancel their surgery because they cannot have general anesthesia. The surgery can always be rescheduled when the patient is not pregnant.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: If I am breast feeding can I get a breast augmentation?
Answer: No. Breast surgery is not recommended on patients who are still actively breast feeding. Your breast change once they dry up. I generally wait 6 months after a patient stops breast feeding or until the breasts have dried up before I do any breast surgery on them.
Answer: No. Breast surgery is not recommended on patients who are still actively breast feeding. Your breast change once they dry up. I generally wait 6 months after a patient stops breast feeding or until the breasts have dried up before I do any breast surgery on them.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: I have a dental appointment a week after my breast augmentation. I've heard that this may cause problems for my breast implants? Should I cancel my dentist appointment?
Answer: If one needs to go to the dentist shortly after surgery it is recommended to be on antibiotic before and after the dental appointment.
Answer: If one needs to go to the dentist shortly after surgery it is recommended to be on antibiotic before and after the dental appointment.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: Can I get my teeth cleaned right before my breast implant surgery?
Answer: If one needs to go to the dentist shortly after surgery it is recommended to be on antibiotic before and after the dental appointment. If a patient wants to be totally safe schedule dental appointments one month before or after surgery and also take prophylactic antibiotic.
Answer: If one needs to go to the dentist shortly after surgery it is recommended to be on antibiotic before and after the dental appointment. If a patient wants to be totally safe schedule dental appointments one month before or after surgery and also take prophylactic antibiotic.
Monday, April 2, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: What is a cohesive gel implant?
Answer: They are silicone breast implants that bond together as a unit rather than a runny liquid. If the implant is damaged or cup in half the silicone inside the casing remains cohesive and does not run out of the outer implant shell.
Answer: They are silicone breast implants that bond together as a unit rather than a runny liquid. If the implant is damaged or cup in half the silicone inside the casing remains cohesive and does not run out of the outer implant shell.
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Plastic Surgery Q and A
Question: One of my nipples is higher than the other. Will breast implants correct this?
Answer: Breast implants only make the breasts larger. Breast implants will not lift the nipples only a breast or nipple lift will change the location of the nipples. Sometimes if the nipple height is a subtle difference I can correct this using a Peri areolar approach. If the nipple heights are dramatically different then a lift would be required to change the location of the nipple.
Answer: Breast implants only make the breasts larger. Breast implants will not lift the nipples only a breast or nipple lift will change the location of the nipples. Sometimes if the nipple height is a subtle difference I can correct this using a Peri areolar approach. If the nipple heights are dramatically different then a lift would be required to change the location of the nipple.