Category Archives: Breast Reduction
When men are affected by gynecomastia, male breast reduction can improve quality-of-life, according to a recent study by plastic surgeons in Siena and Pisa, Italy. Men who have gynecomastia have excess breast tissue. The problem can develop during adolescence or … Continue reading
Two women with different problems, both related to their breasts, were recently featured on TODAY. Erica wanted to undergo a breast augmentation, while Jeanne was prepared for a breast reduction to help improve her body proportion and relieve discomfort. Both … Continue reading
A recent study conducted by doctors at Virginia Mason Medical Center says that mammograms performed prior to breast reduction may be more likely to obtain false positive results. The use of mammography before breast reduction varies. Some plastic surgeons may … Continue reading
Breast reduction surgery is one of the most common procedures we do in plastic surgery. In fact it has one of the highest patient satisfaction rates of any of our procedures. In one study almost 90% of patients were very … Continue reading
As you may have noticed, we don’t habitually comment on celebrities and their plastic surgery as other bloggers do. However, it seems perfectly appropriate when an opportunity to educate our readers presents itself. In a November 1st interview with STV, … Continue reading
Now that Dr. Hess has so thoroughly explained considerations of breast implant size, we have another laundry list for you to read. A 2009 study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery used patient input to formulate 6 criteria for successful … Continue reading
The NBC Today Show recently featured Sculptra aesthetic on their “Today’s Health” segment. Along with a treatment demonstration and some patient testimonials, Dr. Roshini Raj of the NYU school of medicine appears on the show to explain the details regarding … Continue reading
What part of your weekly routine contributes the most to your appearance? For what reasons do you try to look good? Is there a particular body area, or body part, that you believe is your best feature? Questions like the … Continue reading
In an effort to improve her agility and possibly her tennis game, Romanian tennis star Simona Halep will undergo breast reduction surgery next fall. According to news sources in the UK, Ms. Halep complained that her large (34 DD) … Continue reading
Breast reduction has one of the highest satisfaction rates of any plastic surgery procedure. And it’s really no wonder-less neck, shoulder and back pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes under the breasts and the reduced ability to exercise. The … Continue reading