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New Study Identifies Four Types of Breast Cancer

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Specializing in breast reconstruction surgery, Dr. Franklyn Elliott knows it’s important to understand the biology of breast cancer and how it affects patients and their families. As an educator who frequently speaks at national and international plastic and reconstructive surgery conferences about breast procedures and techniques, he stays abreast of the latest breast cancer research.

A new study published in the journal Nature, reports that researchers performed a major analysis of breast cancer genetics  finding more information about the 4 different types of breast cancer, specifically how they differ.

The researchers analyzed DNA of breast cancer tumors from 825 patients and found approximately 40 key differences in the genes among the 4 major types of breast cancer (basal-like or triple negative, luminal A, luminal B and HER2-enriched).  This study differs from previous breast cancer research as scientists focused on the biological details of tumors rather than studying where the cancer occured in the breast.

The study’s results are impactful because they can potentially lead to more effective breast cancer drugs and treatments.  Dr. Matthew Ellis, co-leader of the research, stated: “Now we can investigate which drugs work best for patients based on the genetic profiles of their tumors.”

For the over 200,000 women predicted to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year in the U.S., this is an important advancement.   The first annual Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day to be held on October 17th, 2012 to help educate women about their breast reconstruction options.  Dr. Elliott will also be speaking at Plastic Surgery The Meeting, at the end of October on methods of breast reconstruction to fellow plastic surgeons.

If you are interested in learning more about breast reconstruction surgery, or other breast procedures, please contact us today. Be sure to connect with Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter, and Google + for the latest cosmetic and reconstructive surgery news.

FDA Approved Silicone – Gel Sientra Breast Implants

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Silicone-gel breast implants recently achieved a milestone:  The 50th anniversary of the first silicone implants used for breast augmentation. In March 2012, silicone implants reached another major breakthrough in the plastic surgery realm. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of a new brand of high-strength cohesive silicone-gel breast implants. Sientra, a California based manufacture, is one of only three FDA approved breast implant manufacturers. Allergan and Mentor are the other two companies that currently produce FDA approved silicone-gel implants.

Silicone breast implants consist of silicone gel encased in an outer shell made of silicone. Saline breast implants are encased in a similar silicone elastomer shell, but they are filled with a sterile saline solution instead of silicone gel. Both types of breast implants can be placed above or under the chest muscle.

Saline breast implants are available in different shapes, including teardrop and round. Until Sientra’s recent FDA approval, silicone breast implants were only available in a round shape. The Sientra implants differ from their silicone implant competitors as they offer both shaped and round cohesive silicone implants that are known for their single shape retention. Some patients prefer shaped implants because they can offer a more natural look on certain body types.

Although similar breast implants have been available outside of the U.S. for numerous years, the Sientra implants were FDA approved after three years of clinical trials involving 1,788 participants, and they will continue rigorous studies for the next seven years. Sientra offers more options than previous silicone implants have with a selection of sizes, profiles, projections and implant textures.

Although, these new implants are highly regarded, implant selection should ultimately depend on each individual’s concerns and desired look.  As I tell all my patients, it’s important to do your research if you are considering a breast augmentation and discuss with a board-certified plastic surgeon all the options available for you.

To stay updated on the latest breast augmentation and reconstruction news connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google +. If you would like to discuss more about breast surgery options please set up a consultation today.

Plastic Surgery Around the World

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We all want to look our best and the U.S. is notorious for being beauty conscious.  However, South Korea actually takes the number one spot for plastic surgery in the world.  Surprisingly, the U.S. isn’t even one of the top five nations for plastic surgery; we rank sixth.  Check out the list of the top seven nations for plastic surgery and an interesting fact about each nation, listed below:

  1. South Korea – More than 44,000 double eyelid surgeries were performed in 2010.
  2. Greece –  Plastic surgery is becoming popular in this unexpected place thanks to globalization.
  3. Italy – Botox® and Dysport® injections arethe most popular procedures performed overall.
  4. Brazil – Brazil has a number of government-based tax-deduction systems in place to support elective plastic surgery.
  5. Colombia – Colombia is a hotspot of cosmetic surgery.
  6. USA – Breast augmentation continues to be the top cosmetic surgical procedure and has held the title since 2006.
  7. Taiwan –The economy is a likely factor in Taiwan’s demand for surgery.

Plastic Surgery is no longer limited to the western world and is increasingly popularworldwide. Although, plastic surgery occurs across the globe, there is commonality in the procedures people choose. The most common procedures for all the top plastic surgery nations include liposuction and breast augmentation. Wrinkle reducing injectables like Botox® were also popular among all surgeries performed.

Breast augmentation surgery can restore breast fullness after pregnancy, dramatic weight loss, or bariatric surgery. The procedure involves the insertion of a silicone or saline filled implant that increases the size and volume of the breasts.

Liposuction removes fat deposits that don’t respond to traditional exercise and diet. Most people receive liposuction to reduce fat around their hips, abdomen, legs or buttocks. Dr. Franklyn Elliott himself has performed this procedure for over 30 years and travels the globe teaching and networking at plastic surgery symposia.  Most recently, he lectured Uzbekistan at the 3rd Central Asian Plastic Surgery Meeting and plans to attend the Rome Breast Surgery Symposium later this week.

People are realizing that plastic surgery is more common than most people previously thought and the demand will continue to grow.  If you are interested in finding more information about any cosmetic surgery procedure Dr. Elliott offers please contact our office. Stay updated on plastic surgery news by connecting with Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter, and Google +.

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