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August 30, 2012

Breast Augmentation: Types of Implants

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Franklyn Elliott MD discusses types of implants Every woman has their own reason for pursuing breast augmention surgery. Before the actual procedure Dr. Franklyn Elliott will discuss the many breast augmentation surgery options with each patient. As previously stated in Dr. Elliott’s blogs, breast enhancement decisions include selection of the type of breast implant, placement of implants, size, and incision placement.

Although each decision is ultimately up to the patient, Dr. Elliott uses his 25 years of experience and specialization with breast procedures to help each individual achieve their desired look. The first thing many patients consider before breast augmentation is the type of breast implant they will want.

Dr. Elliott frequently uses both saline and silicone implants and feels confident in the safety and effectiveness of both options. Both types of implants have an outer shell made of silicone. Saline breast implants are filled with sterile saline solution. Since saline implants are filled at the time of surgery, smaller incision methods can be used than those required of silicone implants. Silicone implants are manufactured and pre-filled with silicone gel. Some patients believe silicone implants provide a more natural look.

Earlier this year the FDA approved a new type of implant, which consists of a high strength cohesive silicone-gel breast implant. The California manufacture, Sientra’s implants are currently the only cohesive gel implant available in the U.S. Dr. Elliott also uses these gel implants along with the more common saline and silicone implants for patients seeking breast augmentation.

Like many other cosmetic procedures, implant selection is a very personal choice and Dr. Elliott recommends first discussing with a board-certified plastic surgeon all your available options and concerns. If you are interested in scheduling a breast surgery consultation please contact our office today. Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest breast information and news.

July 13, 2012

FDA Approved Silicone – Gel Sientra Breast Implants

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Silicone-gel breast implants recently achieved a milestone: The 50^th 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.

June 8, 2012

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:

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