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Learn more about Atlanta breast augmentation with saline or silicone implants performed by Dr. Franklyn Elliott with Atlanta Plastic Surgery, P.C. who has offices at Northside & Alpharetta, GA.

Debunking Common Myths About Breast Augmentation Surgery

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female-holds-breast-implantIt’s understandable to be a little nervous before any cosmetic surgery procedure. Even one as common as breast augmentation surgery. Although breast augmentation is generally a very safe and proven cosmetic procedure, it is perfectly natural to have some pre-surgery anxiety. Part of this anxiety is fueled by misinformation that is easily accessible to patients on the internet. Which is why I wanted to take some time today to help clear the air and debunk a few of the most common myths about breast augmentation.

Your Breast Implants Must be Replaced After 10 Years

It’s a fact that breast implants are not intended to last forever, but that doesn’t mean that they have a definite lifespan of 10 years either. As the years go on after your breast augmentation, your implants will experience normal wear and tear. Additionally, the probability of experiencing breast implant complications like capsular contracture will slightly increase (though they will remain quite low). But I’ve seen plenty of cases where breast implants last considerably longer than 10 years.

Scarring Will Be Significant After Breast Augmentation

Thankfully, this is not the case. Some degree of post-surgical scarring will be unavoidable, but I always explain to my breast augmentation patients that scarring should not be a major concern. During the procedure, I am able to make my incisions in discrete, hard-to-see areas like under the arms, around the nipple, or within the natural crease below the breast. This way, any breast augmentation scarring will be almost impossible to detect and will also fade in time with proper post-surgical care.

It’s OK to Have Your Breast Augmentation Performed by a “Cosmetic Surgeon”

This is definitely false. Like with any other plastic surgery, it’s essential to find an experienced and board-certified plastic surgeon to perform your breast augmentation. In order to be board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery, a doctor must complete medical school, practice surgery for at least five years, and other rigorous standards that a “cosmetic surgeon” is not subject to. They must also receive regular evaluation in several important areas including ethical standing and their commitment to safety for all their patients. Certain doctors who label themselves as “cosmetic surgeons” may claim to be able to safely perform plastic surgery procedures like breast augmentation, but this is not a risk that I would ever advise a patient to take.

Being able to dispel myths like these and reassure my patients is a big reason why I’ve been named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for over 20 years. For more information on breast augmentation or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also connect with me on Facebook for additional tips, videos, news, and more.

The Power of Body Contouring After Significant Weight Loss

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Anyone who has ever undergone significant weight loss knows that this is a very challenging and worthwhile accomplishment that is worth celebrating. But in order to truly achieve the new appearance that they desire after losing a large amount of weight, in some cases additional work may be required. I have been performing post-weight loss surgery for many years as a way of helping patients truly put an end to their weight loss journey and begin life anew. Today, I thought it would be instructive to go into more detail specifically about some procedures that can provide incredible benefits for patients after their weight loss.

Carrying extra weight for any extended period of time can cause a person’s skin to become stretched. And while losing weight, whether through diet and exercise or with the help of weight loss surgery, can help reduce the amount of fat in the body, it can’t do anything to treat this stretched, excess skin. This is where post-weight loss surgery can help. Post-weight loss surgery utilizes a variety of body contouring procedures to help provide a body contour that is lean, trim, and ready to be shown off to the world.

The following procedures can be extremely effective for recontouring the body following significant weight loss:

Breast & Body Rejuvenation

The abdominal area is an incredibly common spot for excess fat to accumulate during weight gain. So it stands to reason that this is often a target area for post-weight loss surgery. Undergoing a tummy tuck can help by removing loose skin from the abdomen and flanks (love handles), while repairing damaged muscles, to provide a flatter and healthier-looking appearance. I also perform mini tummy tuck procedures for patients who need a less dramatic rejuvenation.

Breast lift surgery can also be very helpful, as the chest area is a very common area for stretched skin in women.

Arm & Leg Rejuvenation

Our limbs can also be in need of some assistance following weight loss. This is especially certain areas like the upper arms and thighs where fat typically stores up. I perform arm lift surgery and thigh lift surgery for patients who wish to address these specific areas. Both allow me to reposition tissue and remove excess, hanging skin.

Combination Surgery

For many patients, it can take more than one body contouring procedure to achieve the post-weight loss results that they are looking for. Mommy makeover surgery is often employed for women who wish to achieve more comprehensive skin removal. This unique plastic surgery combines a tummy tuck with cosmetic breast surgery, and liposuction, if needed,), to help women restore the figures of their youth following weight loss or other changes like pregnancy or childbirth.

A circumferential body lift can make an incredible impact on the front, back, and sides of a person’s body by using multiple procedures to address the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, and thighs. During the procedure, incisions are made around the entire circumference of the body. Excess skin and fat are removed, and the remaining tissue is repositioned to provide substantial body contouring results.

While it may seem like a small step compared to actually losing weight, I have witnessed so many times the incredible power that post-weight loss surgery can have on a person’s appearance and self-confidence. I’m proud to offer a level of patient trust and satisfaction that has helped me be named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for over 20 years. For more information on post-weight loss surgery or if you would like to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, and so much more.

What Were The Current Trends In Plastic Surgery in 2022?

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As someone board-certified in both plastic surgery and general surgery, my responsibilities extend far beyond just providing my patients with great, long-lasting cosmetic surgery results. People’s tastes change over time, and this is certainly the case in regards to their appearance. I take pride in staying up to date with the plastic surgery industry at large and being able to fill my patients in on specific trends that establish themselves over time. With this in mind, I wanted to discuss a few current trends in plastic surgery and what they could mean for my patients.

In my personal experience, body contouring surgery is more in-demand than ever. There has been a huge demand here for body contouring procedures like liposuction, tummy tuck surgery, and cosmetic breast procedures. Additionally, combining these separate procedures into one combined mommy makeover surgery has remained consistently in-demand among my patients over the last year. Anti-aging cosmetic treatments including Botox® Cosmetic injections, facial fillers, and fat transfer for the face have all seen dramatic upticks in popularity for patients who want to turn back the clock and rejuvenate the appearance of their face, or younger patients on a maintenance treatment plan to prevent signs of aging before they occur.

In the video below, I was happy to take some time to discuss some of the more noticeable plastic surgery trends that I took notice of here in my office over the past year:

While these specific cosmetic procedures may not be exactly what every patient is looking for, I always stay informed and open to whatever new trends and ideas. I’m proud to offer a level of patient trust and satisfaction that has helped me be named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for over 20 years. For more information on what’s happening in the world of cosmetic surgery or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, today. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, and much more.

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