Women who have had breast augmentations are overwhelming satisfied with their decision with 94% stating that they would definitely make the same choice again. Their breast enhancement has had positive effects not only their appearance but also on their mental and emotional well being. An interesting question that is not often asked is how well these physical results hold up over time.

In the years that follow their breast augmentations, many women will have significant weight fluctuations or even permanent weight gains. Surely, there must be an effect on the breast size, appearance, etc. and there is. Even with sizable weight gains, persistence of good results can be possible. Pregnancy and breast feeding, on the other hand, can be quite detrimental to the elasticity of the skin as well as to the inherent density and volume of breast tissue resulting in drooping that may need to be addressed with a breast lift. However, with the presence of breast implants, significant volume and shape can still be maintained.

I have been fortunate enough to have seen many of my breast enlargement patients who had their surgery ten to twenty or more years previously. From this follow up, it is clear that a majority still have aesthetically pleasing improvements even despite marked weight gains. It should be pointed out that virtually all of the breast enlargements that I performed had the breast implants inserted in a submuscular pocket where there is better long term support against gravity. Implants that have been placed in a submammary pocket generally don’t do nearly as well over time because of the far greater drooping that will occur.

Before breast augmentation - front view

Before breast augmentation - side view

4 months after breast augmentation - frontal view

4 months after breast augmentation - side view

8 years after breast augmentation and 40 pound weight gain - frontal view

8 years after breast augmentation and 40 pound weight gain - side view

If you have additional questions regarding breast augmentation, breast implants or any other cosmetic surgery procedure that I perform or to schedule a complimentary consultation, please call my office at 480-451-3000.

Steven H. Turkeltaub, M.D. P.C.
Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona

Women who have very large breasts often have to contend with persistent neck, back and shoulder pains, rashes, headaches and fatigue on a daily basis just doing routine activities. Even more frustrating are the extent of the symptoms and the limitations that they have when trying to engage in vigorous sports such as softball, volleyball, tennis, swimming and even jogging. In order to attempt to be more comfortable, many will wear two or three sports bras which can be another challenge. Many find the hassles and symptoms so problematic that they just give up on playing sports that they would otherwise enjoy.

Fortunately, the solution to this problem is straightforward and long lasting: pursuing a breast reduction. With a significant decrease in the size and weight of the breasts along with their elevation and removal of excess skin, most if not all of the annoying symptoms can be alleviated. Then, all one would need when participating in vigorous activities is just one well fitting sports bra.

Many of my breast reduction patients over the years have told me that following their surgery, they were able to engage in sports symptom free which they could not do previously. This made them extremely thrilled. In addition, they also confided that it was much easier to lose their excess weight now because they could exercise more vigorously and comfortably.

For more information on breast reductions or any other plastic surgery procedure that I perform or to schedule a consultation with me, please contact my office at 480-451-3000.

Steven H. Turkeltaub, M.D. P.C.
Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona

Men who happen to have male breast enlargement are quite often distressed mentally and emotionally and often do whatever they can to hide their deformity. Feelings of insecurity, excessive self consciousness, poor self image and even depression are quite common. Having gynecomastia can adversely affect interactions and relationships with others, particularly women, and even involvement in activities such as sports and working out. The good news about gynecomastia is that the surgical treatment is usually quite effective and not associated with a lot of discomfort.

Most of the men that I operate on for male breast enlargement can be treated quite effectively using ultrasonic assisted liposuction alone or combined with a small direct excision of breast tissue. This liposuction technique involves the direct injection into the tissues of a fluid containing a local anesthetic that can be clinically effective for many hours after surgery. As a result, recovery can be quite tolerable … even for a man!

A majority of my patients have indicated that the level of postoperative discomfort was quite tolerable and well controlled with oral pain medications. Many, in fact, returned to sedentary jobs within four to five days. I do recommend that they not engage in sports and working out for around 2 ½ weeks.

Gynecomastia - before surgery

After surgery

If you would like additional information on male breast reduction surgery for gynecomastia or to schedule a complimentary consultation with me, please contact my office at 480-451-3000.

Steven H. Turkeltaub, M.D. P.C.
Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona