Breast Augmentation

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.

September 9, 2013

Breast Augmentation to Correct Asymmetry

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Every individual’s body is different and unique. The same can be said for the symmetry of our bodies, specifically the breasts, as few women are born with perfectly symmetric breasts. However, some women may have a more noticeable amount of asymmetry – differences in size, shape or both – that can make them feel insecure or self-conscious about the look of their breasts. Board-certified plastic and reconstructive plastic surgeon Dr. Franklyn Elliott has over 25 years of expertise specializing in breast procedures to correct asymmetry to help his patients achieve a more proportionate aesthetic. Atlanta Breast Surgery

The type of asymmetry the breasts experience varies by each woman. One breast may be higher than the other, one breast could be significantly larger or both breasts could be noticeably different in shape. Dr. Elliott performs breast augmentation for patients who are dissatisfied with their asymmetric breast size. Women who have concerns with their clothes not fitting properly or have trouble finding properly fitted bras benefit from breast augmentation as it increases the size and volume of the patient’s breasts through implant insertion.

To perform breast augmentation, Dr. Elliott uses breast implants, including silicone or saline, which are inserted above or below the pectoral muscle to increase the overall size of the breasts. To correct your asymmetry, Dr. Elliott discusses your aesthetic goals and guides you through the various breast implant options to restore balance to the breasts to make them more symmetric. Silicone implants have a silicone outer shell with a silicone-gel filling while saline implants have a silicone outer shell filled with a sterile saline solution. Dr. Elliott offers patients implant options that come in customizable sizes, textures and shapes. Depending on your degree of asymmetry, Dr. Elliott may combine breast augmentation with breast lift or breast reduction to enhance overall results and restore a more proportionate balance to the breasts.

Dr. Elliott understands that each patient’s goals are unique and during consultation thoroughly discusses treatment options to help you achieve your desired results. If you are interested in breast augmentation or other breast procedures Dr. Elliott performs, check out his breast augmentation before and after gallery. To schedule a consultation, contact us today and be sure to also stay connected with Dr. Elliott through Facebook, Twitter or Google+ for the latest plastic surgery news and updates.

September 3, 2013

Proficiency May Minimize Risk of Breast Implant Complications

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The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) reports that in 2012 330,000 breast augmentation procedures were performed. Breast augmentation, the most popular cosmetic plastic surgery procedure elected by women, increases the size and volume of the breast and can also be used to restore breast fullness after post-bariatric surgery, weight loss or pregnancy. As with all cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, there are slight risks of patients developing post-operative complications. Board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Franklyn Elliott has a specialized interest in developing new cosmetic surgery techniques to provide patients with optimal results while also minimizing risks of breast implant-related complications. breast implants

Breast augmentation requires the insertion of either a silicone or saline-filled implant to increase the breast fullness and volume. Dr. Elliott offers his patients FDA-approved breast implants in various sizes, textures and shapes to help patients achieve natural-looking results. One of the most common implant complications is capsular contracture. When a foreign object is placed into the body, scar tissue (fibrous capsule) forms around the foreign object as a natural response that occurs to all breast augmentation patients. However, capsular contracture occurs when the scar tissue built up around the implant contracts and tightens, causing the implant to look and feel unnaturally hard. In some rare cases, deflation may occur, causing implants to sink or become off-centered. Typically, this is in response to an implant rupture or leak due to the development of capsular contracture or from injury/trauma.

Dr. Elliott has performed over 2,000 breast augmentation procedures and has gained great proficiency through continuous research and implementation of the latest plastic surgery technologies. Additionally, Dr. Elliott is committed to providing efficient results and reduced implant-related risk to his patients. For patients who are no longer satisfied with their results or who have experienced an implant-related complication, Dr. Elliott performs breast revision to remedy their concerns and restore the appearance of the breast.

To minimize the risk of complications, it’s imperative to find a surgeon who is board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery and has extensive training with the procedure you are interested in having. Dr. Elliott will thoroughly discuss the technique being used, proper post-operative care as well as answer any questions you may have during your breast surgery consultation.

For more information on breast augmentation or other procedures that Dr. Elliott offers, please contact us today to schedule a consultation. Be sure to also connect with Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter and Google+ to stay up-to-date on all the latest plastic and reconstructive surgery news.

July 19, 2013

Breast Augmentation vs. Breast Lift Surgery

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Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Franklyn Elliott has been performing breast procedures for over 25 years and has extensive experience in performing various breast surgeries from breast augmentation and reduction to breast reconstruction after breast cancer.
Dr. Elliott frequently has patients ask him if they are better suited for a breast augmentation or breast lift procedure. Breast augmentation and breast lift surgery are two separate procedures that can also be combined, depending on the desired aesthetic goals of the patient.

Breast augmentation surgery increases the size and volume of an individual’s breasts through implant insertion. Breast implants are available in various sizes and shapes and may be silicone or saline-filled. Implants can be inserted above or below the pectoral muscle during breast enhancement surgery. While breast enlargement surgery increases the volume, breast lift surgery addresses sagging breasts.

Breast lift surgery removes excess skin and tightens and reshapes the remaining breast tissue for a more youthful result. Women may experience sagging breasts due to pregnancy, breast feeding, weight fluctuation, aging and genetics. For women who would like to reposition breasts and enhance volume, a combined procedure of breast augmentation and lift is beneficial for overall rejuvenation. Dr. Elliott can perform both procedures during one surgery to minimize recovery and medical facility and anesthesia fees.

The terms breast lift surgery and breast augmentation are often used interchangeably, however it’s important to note that they address two different issues. Many women often believe that enhancing the volume of breasts will also make breasts appear perkier. Breast implants can augment the chest and enhance volume but if an individual desires perkier breasts then breast lift surgery is necessary to raise the position of the breasts.

Both breast augmentation and breast lift can also be part of mommy makeover surgery as many mothers’ breasts are affected during and after pregnancy. Dr. Elliott will discuss realistic expectations for breast surgery results and find the best technique for each individual patient.

For more information about breast lift or breast implant surgery, please contact us to schedule an in-office consultation. Follow Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest plastic surgery news and information.

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