The say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder but the physical attributes of what defines someone’s beauty is subject to the same trends and social influences we see in the fashion industry. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, plastic surgery experienced a surge in popularity.
Category: Breast Augmentation
Bringing others to my surgery consultation
We know the decision to have breast augmentation is important and deeply personal. Breast augmentation surgery can have a positive impact on self-confidence and in return can improve the personal relationship
Breastfeeding After Breast Augmentation
With the growing acceptance of plastic surgery around the world, women seem to be having breast augmentation procedures performed at younger ages, often in pre-childbearing years. These women frequently have questions about future breastfeeding and safety concerns when they decide to have children. Although it is quite normal for patients to be concerned about this…Read More »
Which Implant Placement is Best: Above vs. Below the Muscle
Making the choice to move forward with breast augmentation is made up of many different considerations -saline or silicone, shaped or round, location of incision and last but not least implant placement. When choosing implant placement you have two options, above or below the muscle.
Will pregnancy cause changes to my breast implants?
Breast augmentation has become increasing popular among women of all ages but particularly among those in their early 20s to late 30s. Many of the women in this age group are entering the workforce or are career-focused, often unmarried and are not quite ready to have children. Over time, these post-breast augmentation women may have…Read More »
Breast Augmentation vs. Breast Lift: Which is best for you?
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the country today. Women of all ages are constantly looking to improve their breast size, shape, volume and perkiness. Some of the most common groups of women Dr. Greenwald sees in his practice are moms in the 35-45 year old range.
Breast Augmentation At Any Age
Once upon a time, the most popular breast augmentation candidates were young woman, usually ages 20-23, in search of correcting hypoplasia, or correction of having small breasts. This group of younger women, typically of pre-child bearing age, were looking to enhance the size and shape of their breasts, while still maintaining a natural appearance. While…Read More »
Plastic Surgery – Defend or Deny?
Celebrities and their plastic surgery have always been a hot gossip topic and great fodder for tabloid magazines. However, in the age of the internet and selfie-obsessed social media, more people are chiming in on the “did she or didn’t she” plastic surgery debate. In some cases, these public figures are forthright about their decision…Read More »
When is the Ideal Time of Year to Have Breast Augmentation?
As we approach the dog days of summer in New York, residents are experiencing sweltering heat, a welcome reprieve from a long, cold winter. At our practice, patients frequently ask – when is the best time of year to have breast augmentation surgery? The answer is truly – anytime. In our practice, breast augmentation is…Read More »
How is breast augmentation “shaping” up around the world?
It has become increasingly common for U.S. citizens to travel abroad for cosmetic procedures. Early this year, I published an article for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) on the dangers of medical tourism. Among the many reasons not to have plastic surgery performed abroad include unsanitary conditions, unqualified physicians and high complication rates…Read More »
