Question: My breasts have been incredibly sore since my breast reduction. When will this get better? Answer: It is really unusual to have soreness in the breasts after reduction. Usually, there is very little pain, and that is usually gone in a week or two. I would have to say that I have never heard of…
Quick Answer: Breast reconstruction surgery can be effective at restoring breast shape after a mastectomy, but success depends on the patient’s goals, anatomy, cancer treatment, healing, and reconstruction method. The two main approaches are implant reconstruction and tissue-based reconstruction, and reconstruction may be performed during the mastectomy or months or years later. Some patients achieve…
Question: I’m from Hilton Head, South Carolina and I’ve lost over 100lbs. I love how I look in clothes, but when not in clothes I’ve got a lot of saggy, wrinkly skin. I’d like to get a body lift to address the excess skin, but just how much scarring would I be looking at? Answer:…
Mini Tummy Tuck vs. Full Tummy Tuck: Differences, Recovery, and Candidacy Quick Answer: A mini tummy tuck typically treats mild loose skin and limited abdominal wall weakness below the belly button. A full tummy tuck treats loose skin above and below the belly button and allows broader abdominal wall tightening. A mini procedure may involve…
Question: Is there an ideal age when children should undergo otoplasty? Answer: Most recommendations are that ear surgery should probably be done at an early school age, before children start to get made fun of, which is to avoid negative effects on their psychological development.
Question: How soon after I get cheek implants can I return to work? Will it be really noticeable to people that I’ve had work done? Answer: Well, there are different types of cheek implants, and I tend to not like silicone implants. I use Porex-type implants, which act more like part of the bone and…
Question: I’m 27, from Atlanta, and I have overly large breasts which often cause me discomfort. I want a breast reduction, but I’m also hoping to get pregnant soon. If I get a breast reduction, will my breasts be able to produce a sufficient amount of milk to feed my future baby? Answer: Okay that…
Quick Answer: Mederma may help improve the color, texture, or softness of some breast surgery scars, but results vary. Silicone gel and sheets have stronger support for managing raised or firm surgical scars. Do not apply either product until the incision has fully closed and your surgeon confirms that scar treatment is safe. Can You…
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