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With the fast-paced international world we live in, one of the topics that most patients are concerned about is “when is it safe to fly after my surgery?” As a general rule we tell our patients that they are “grounded” for 2 weeks (minimum). That hold true for long car and bus trips as well. […]

Anytime a foreign object is implanted, the body responds by developing a lining around the object. This is the body’s attempt to separate itself from a foreign object. When a breast implant is inserted it naturally forms this lining which is called a capsule. Normally the capsule is thin and pliable enough to allow for […]

Some surgeons recommend weight gain in the patient who does not present with enough fat for suitable gluteal fat grafting. This number might range anywhere from 5-25 pounds.

A breast implant is comprised of a silicone elastomer shell, or envelope, filled with either saline or silicone. Both implants are intentionally under filled. This is intended to allow the implant to move like breast tissue and assume natural shapes with different changes of position. When the patient stands up silicone or saline will concentrate […]

There are several things to consider when evaluating a patient for gluteal fat grafting. A patient’s dress size is sometimes helpful in predicting whether or not enough will be available. A small framed woman with a BMI of 20 or less usually has a dress size between 0 and 2. A medium framed patient has […]

Breast augmentation refers to the procedure where by the breast is made larger usually by placing a breast implant. Many patients can achieve their goals with breast augmentation alone. However, Some women have significant sagging of the skin and will need a breast lift to correct it. A breast lift is a procedure whereby excess […]

This is a very common question asked by women considering breast augmentation. Many women indicate they are under the impression that implants need to be replaced every 10 years. This is not true. The myth that implants need to be replaced every 10 years probably came from the testimony provided by physicians during the approval […]

During the performance of a Brazilian Butt Lift fat is initially harvested by liposuction.  Approximately 50-60% of the fat removed is actually suitable for gluteal fat grafting (Brazilian Butt Lift). After the fat is injected 65-75% of the fat will survive and contribute to the gluteal enhancement.  This whole process will take up to 4-6 […]

Gluteal fat grafting begins with harvesting the fat for transfer by liposuction.  Not all of the tissue harvested in liposuction is suitable for transfer.  The term aspirate refers to all of the contents in the canister used to collect the products of liposuction.  This includes not only the fat but some blood, fibrous components and […]

Many women seeking breast augmentation ask about cleavage. For most women cleavage refers to fullness in the upper and medial portion of the breast.  Normally a breast augmentation provides additional fullness in these areas improving the cleavage. When discussing cleavage however it is important for the surgeon to refer to the natural position and shape […]