Recently there has been some controversy in regard to breast self-exam. Several medical articles indicate that there is no benefit to this procedure in early diagnosis of breast cancer. The reasoning stems from patient anxiety over what they feel leading to over use of extensive work-ups involving mammograms, MRIs, aspirations, and biopsies. Certainly this is true; but that is because... read more »

A popular new combination of surgeries has hit the late 30's to 50's crowd. Women finished having babies are looking in the mirror and noticing saggy breasts and abdomen. These are areas that naturally age and with the added physical stress of pregnancy can look in need of some rejuvenation to help with uplifting the spirit as well as the... read more »

Many potential patients compare possible results to other people's outcomes. Unfortunately that is not always the best method to decide on procedures. As an example I have many women wishing to have the same "cup size" as their friend. That will only happen if the two people are exactly the same chest circumference with the same shape, trunk length, body... read more »

Just a quick note in regard to a vicious rumor that has been spread as truth by lay and medical people alike. There is the mistaken perception that breast implants have to be exchanged after 10 years. Nothing can be further from the truth. If there is nothing wrong with the implants they never have to be touched. 80% of... read more »

There are a variety of incisions for placement of implants. Some make sense, while others are purely a promotion ploy. The oldest incision has been much maligned in favor of newer and therefore presumably more inventive approaches. The axillary incision is good when the scar is good, but some people develope an enlarged scar in this are which becomes very... read more »

Placement of the implant depends on the anatomy of the individual. I like to place the implant where it will do the most good. If a person has no breast tissue, then the implant is placed under the pectoralis muscle so as to cover the implant with more than just skin. This placement is best because the patient literally has... read more »

Breast augmentation is a wonderful procedure for those that wish to augment their figures. It is a subject that has many urban legends and has been misunderstood. I wish to simplify this area for everybody and thus make everyone aware of the only differences from this procedure compared to other cosmetic endeavors. Breast augmentation requires the use of a mechanical... read more »

There are several occasions where surgeries can be combined under one procedure. The opportunity to do this depends on length of the overall OR time, health of the patient and anatomical proximity of the areas to be operated upon. Of equal importance is the infection category of the wounds created since cross contamination of one site to another should always... read more »

Just a friendly reminder and warning so that no one is disappointed. Bathing suite season will soon be upon us here in the NE, and like other seasons (holidays, Christmas, etc.) we need to plan. The time to undergo any treatment must take into account the recovery time as well. To look good in June/July one must consider having the... read more »