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Ask Dr. Elliott: How to Prevent Capsular Contracture

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Over decades of practice, I have performed over 2,000 breast augmentation procedures and developed my skills through continuous research and implementation of the latest plastic surgery technologies. However, with any surgery, regardless of whether or not you visit a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, there are inherent risks when introducing foreign objects into the body.

When you undergo breast augmentation, FDA-approved saline implants or silicone implants are positioned to enhance the appearance of the breasts. In rare cases, scar tissue can become tough and form tightly around saline or silicone breast implants over time in a condition known as capsular contracture. It’s important to note that breast implants themselves do not become hard, rather the scar tissue is what composes the hardness.  There are various ways to avoid capsular contracture, one of the most important being to choose an experienced surgeon who provides you with the proper post procedure care guidelines. Learn more in the following video.

We will continue to post new videos discussing various aspects of plastic and reconstructive surgery in the coming months. If you would like to schedule a consultation in order to have your questions answered personally for your needs, please contact us today. For more on breast reconstruction and other procedures, please visit my website and follow me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, on  Facebook, Twitter, and Google +.

Ask Dr. Elliott: Can I Transfer Fat to My Breasts?

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For over thirty years, I have served as a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon performing breast augmentation using breast implants. However, did you know breast implants aren’t the only way to enlarge and enhance the shape and size of the breasts? Recently, I received the following question from an inquisitive patient:

“I have heard that you can take fat from parts of your body to enlarge your breasts. Is this true?”

breast reduction atlanta alpharetta gaAs always when I receive questions from patients, I’m happy to answer them with honesty. It is unquestionably possible to remove fat from one part of your body and transfer it to your breasts to enlarge them. Though enlargement is somewhat limited when compared to the size increase potential breast implants have, fat transfer can make a nice improvement and provide natural-looking surgery results.

The technique is a version of the progressively popular autologous fat transplantation technique, meaning it uses the patient’s own fat. With this method, fat obtained by liposuction from one part of the body (i.e. a stomach pooch or the thighs) is transferred for use in breast augmentation and reshaping. Fat transfer is a great breast augmentation option for women who are looking for a relatively small increase in breast size and would prefer natural results.

This particular patient also indicated that she was in the process of losing weight, and for this reason wanted to speed up the process by going ahead and transferring the fat. If a patient had small pockets of fat that were unable to be removed by diligent exercise and diet, this could be considered. However, this is completely dependent on the specific patient-to-patient cases. I recommend being at a stable weight before undergoing any type of cosmetic procedure in order to maintain natural-looking results and minimize complications.

If you are interested in learning more about breast enhancement options please contact our office today. Be sure to connect with the official Dr. Franklyn Elliott pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Google + to stay updated on the latest breast technology news and information.

Breast Lifts Increase 70% in Popularity Since 2000

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Formally known as mastopexy, breast lift surgery is a commonly performed procedure that addresses sagging breasts, restoring them to a perkier, youthful position. During the rejuvenating procedure, board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Franklyn Elliott removes excess skin and, rather than changing the size like in breast augmentation, tightens and reshapes the remaining breast tissue.

Recent plastic surgery statistics published by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reveal that breast lift surgeries are increasing at twice the rate of breast augmentation. In fact, breast lifts have grown 70% since 2000, beating out implant-based procedures two-to-one. With over 290,000 surgeries performed in 2013, breast augmentation is still more commonly performed among women, but growth is significant with breast lifts. According to the latest statistics from ASPS, fewer than 53,000 breast lifts were performed in 2000. Last year, over 90,000 breast lift procedures were performed by ASPS member surgeons, the highest number in history.

Breast lifts become desirable for a variety of reasons, including childbirth, breastfeeding, weight gain/loss, and aging. Often, even after women lose a significant amount of weight, they are left with excess skin and sagging breasts. Women who have a substantial amount of breast tissue but may not desire implants are usually ideal candidates for breast lifts. It is also essential that candidates have realistic expectations for the surgery: breasts will look more proportionate, shaped, and lifted, but will not increase in size unless the procedure is combined with a breast augmentation.

breast lift atlanta georgia mastopexyTo lift and enlarge breast volume simultaneously, Dr. Elliott offers breast augmentation combined with a breast lift procedure, which can be performed on its own or as a component in mommy makeover surgery. With Dr. Elliott’s practice of progressive techniques and advanced suturing methods, breast surgery scarring is kept to a minimum and recovery can be swift.

View Dr. Elliott’s before and after gallery to see what breast lift surgery can accomplish. If you are interested in breast lift surgery or another cosmetic procedure, please schedule a consultation. Be sure to connect with Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter, and Google + for the latest cosmetic and reconstructive news and information.

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