Breast Episodes - Page 3 | Where Before Meets After

Nov. 2, 2024

A word of caution for combining breast lift and reduction [Katerina Gallus, MD, San Diego]

Does a breast reduction typically include a lift at the same time? Hear why San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus is cautious when educating patients on the results to expect from this procedure. Links Read more about...

Guest: Katerina Gallus, MD

Nov. 1, 2024

When will I see my final breast augmentation results? [Andrew Cohen, MD, Encino]

What should you expect your breasts to look like just after breast augmentation surgery and during recovery? Find out how long it takes to see final results after breast augmentation with Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Coh...

Guest: Andrew Cohen, MD

Oct. 31, 2024

What's the warranty for breast implants? [David Levens, MD, Coral Springs]

Do breast implants actually have a 10-year warranty? Hear the details of the various breast implant warranty programs with Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens. Links Read more about Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr...

Guest: David Levens, MD

Oct. 29, 2024

You're going to have alien boobs for a while [Urmen Desai, MD, Beverly Hills]

What should you expect during breast augmentation recovery, and how long should it take for breast implants to settle into their final position? Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Urmen Desai walks us through the early days fo...

Guest: Urmen Desai, MD

Oct. 27, 2024

Am I too old for breast reduction surgery? [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

Breast reduction patients fall into three categories: young women with naturally large breasts, postpartum moms, and women in their late 50’s to 70’s who are now investing in themselves. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzu...

Guest: Dan Zegzula, MD

Oct. 26, 2024

Getting breast reduction covered by insurance [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

Getting breast reduction covered by insurance is a challenge. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains how he does this every day and has a team of experts who help patients fight for insurance coverage and win. Link...

Guest: Dan Zegzula, MD

Oct. 25, 2024

Going Braless: The Double Bra Breast Lift #NoBraNoProblem [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

A successful double bra breast lift result is even more impressive in person. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares how his patients are much more confident and radiant after surgery and how he achieves these resul...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 24, 2024

Will breast implants look fake or unnatural on me? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains why some women decline to get breast implants with breast lift surgery. This patient felt like she always needed a bra for support, struggled to find bathing suit options due...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 21, 2024

Preventing the #1 breast augmentation complication [Adam Schaffner, MD, New York City]

What can be done to prevent capsular contracture? Hear how the no-touch technique using the Keller Funnel helps & what the best practices are for avoiding this dreaded complication with New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam ...

Guest: Adam Schaffner, MD

Oct. 19, 2024

Will breast implants give me that perky look? [Katerina Gallus, MD, San Diego]

How do you know if you need a breast lift at the same time as your breast augmentation? San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus explains how to figure it out. Links Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina...

Guest: Katerina Gallus, MD

Oct. 18, 2024

My methods for avoiding bad scars after breast augmentation [Andrew Cohen, MD, Encino]

All breast augmentation incisions come with scars, but there are ways to speed up healing and prevent complications with wound healing. Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen shares his insights on the different incision app...

Guest: Andrew Cohen, MD

Oct. 17, 2024

Why breast implants are safer than ever [David Levens, MD, Coral Springs]

Since the 1970's, breast implants have come a long way. Hear the brief the history of breast implants and how they have evolved to be safer and look more natural with Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens. Links Read...

Guest: David Levens, MD

Oct. 15, 2024

How we pick the perfect breast implant size (for you) [Urmen Desai, MD, Beverly Hills]

The breast implant sizing process is everything. Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Urmen Desai tells us why he prefers going into surgery with the exact implant size he and his patient agreed upon ahead of time, rather than v...

Guest: Urmen Desai, MD

Oct. 13, 2024

Can I get a breast lift without implants? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes uses the superior medial pedicle technique to control breast size and maximize lifting. This technique requires some tissue removal, leading to a decrease in bra size. There is some f...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 12, 2024

What should I look for in a breast surgeon? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

There's a perfect breast surgeon for every patient, depending on their goals and the doctor's approach. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares his tips on how to find the right breast surgeon and explains his specif...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 11, 2024

Getting longer lasting internal bra breast lift results without absorbable mesh [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

In some breast augmentation surgeries, especially revisions, mesh support like GalaFLEX is used to stimulate collagen beneath the implant like the underwire of a bra to strengthen the area over time. WIth the double bra breas...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 10, 2024

The next generation of the internal bra technique for breast lift surgery [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

A traditional breast lift doesn’t do much to strengthen the fold, causing the breast tissue to fall below it and the scar to ride up over time. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes’ pioneering new method of securing the ...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 4, 2024

Which is the best breast implant for you? [Andrew Cohen, MD, Encino]

What's the first question most women ask in a breast augmentation consultation? Here's how to decide which type of breast implant is best for you with Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen. Links Read more about Encino plas...

Guest: Andrew Cohen, MD

Oct. 3, 2024

What to do with breasts that are too big and too low [David Levens, MD, Coral Springs]

Wondering if you can get rid of excess breast tissue and lift droopy breasts at the same time? Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens explains his approach to breast reduction and lift. Links Read more about Coral Spr...

Guest: David Levens, MD

Oct. 1, 2024

The second question women ask about breast implants at consultation [Urmen Desai, MD, Beverly Hills]

At a consultation for breast augmentation, the first two questions are almost always the same. The first question is “what are gummy bear implants?” and the second is, “what implant size is right for me?” Beverly Hills plasti...

Guest: Urmen Desai, MD