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Silicone Breast Implants and the Cost Effectiveness and Accuracy of MRI’s to Screen for Rupture
As a result of research and technological advancements, there have been fundamental improvements in the design and construction of silicone breast implants over the years. These have translated into breast […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s the Story on the “Gummy Bear” Breast Implants?
The term “gummy bear” breast implants has been used in the public realm for several years now yet most people know little about them. What they have heard is that […]
Continue ReadingPatients’ Choice Winner 2010
We are very proud to announce that Dr. Steven Turkeltaub has been chosen as a recipient of the prestigious Patients’ Choice Award for 2010. This honor recognizes those physicians across […]
Continue ReadingExercising After a Breast Augmentation
A very common question that many women have who are considering a breast augmentation is what their exercise restrictions will be following surgery. They might have heard or read different […]
Continue ReadingFDA Issues Report on Extremely Rare Occurrence of ALCL In A Few Women With Breast Implants
The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) just issued a press release regarding the appearance of a very rare type of cancer that has been found in some women who have either […]
Continue ReadingA Unique Way to Check Out Bras … and Do So With Your Significant Other!
Do you find searching for an attractive bra a frustrating or boring experience? The lingerie company La Senza, a subsidiary of the Limited Brands which also owns Victoria’s Secret, might […]
Continue ReadingSilicone Breast Implants Are The Overwhelming Implant Preference of Women
For any breast procedure requiring the placement of breast implants, my patients are offered the option of using either silicone or saline implants. This would include women who are considering […]
Continue ReadingEffective Results From Breast Reduction Surgery: From a “G” to a “C” Bra
Taking into consideration all major cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery procedures, women who have had breast reduction surgery are the happiest and most satisfied patients. To put this into perspective, […]
Continue ReadingCosmetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery and Smoking
It is universally accepted that smoking is bad for you and your health. Not only is it unequivocally associated with premature aging, both physiologically and in appearance, but also with […]
Continue ReadingBreast Revision Surgery In A Woman Who Had Multiple Previous Reconstructive Procedures
Breast revision surgery is very commonly performed for both cosmetic and reconstructive breast procedures including breast augmentation, breast lifts, breast reduction and breast reconstruction. The reasons can be many including […]
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