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Question: After breast feeding 2 children just 13 months apart, my breasts are a wreck. The left breast is much bigger than the right and they sag. I want a breast lift. How long do I need to wait to get it (I finished breastfeeding 4 months ago)? Can I get my breasts made the…

Question: I am completely flat-chested. Is it possible for me to get breast augmentation? Are there any special considerations? Answer: It is absolutely possible for you to get a breast augmentation, and I think that you would be thrilled with it. The only real special consideration is that you have to be careful about going…

Question: What are the potential risks associated with breast reconstruction? Answer: The risks of breast reconstruction really depend on the type of reconstruction. First, keep in mind that all surgeries have general risks, such as infection, bleeding, hematoma, poor healing, poor scarring, poor cosmetic outcome, and the possible need for revision or future stages. Next,…

Quick Answer: A chemical peel may be a good choice for sun damage, uneven tone, rough texture, mild acne, and fine surface lines. It is less useful for deep wrinkles, loose skin, lost facial volume, or deeper scars. The key question is what causes the concern: surface damage may respond to a peel, while deeper…

Question: Is it common for people to need to stay overnight after getting a tummy tuck? Answer: The current standard of care is for people to go home after tummy tucks. In fact, all of my tummy tuck patients go home unless their tummy tuck is combined with enough other procedures that the total length…

Quick Answer: Laser-assisted liposuction may be used on the abdomen, waist, arms, thighs, back, chin, and neck. It is sometimes promoted for areas with mild skin looseness, but it has not consistently been shown to tighten skin better than traditional tumescent liposuction. The best treatment depends on the amount of fat, skin elasticity, anatomy, and…

Question: What are the advantages of having a closed rhinoplasty as opposed to an open one? Answer: The advantage of a closed rhinoplasty is that the swelling goes away faster.  Also, closed rhinoplasties do not have any visible scars.  Therefore, I believe that the closed approach is reasonable for simple surgeries, such as simply removing…

Question: How common is it for patients who have had breast augmentation to later want a change in size, either larger or smaller, or have the implants removed altogether? Answer: Size changes are one of the most common reasons for re-operation after breast augmentation. In fact, studies have shown that 90% of American women wish…