Today’s Natural-Looking Breast Implants
We know that nothing feels as empowering as self-confidence. There is a certain sense of satisfaction in being content with your appearance. Today women are much more willing to discuss their cosmetic procedures than their mothers or grandmothers would have been. That’s a good thing. There is no reason to apologize for taking control of your appearance. Breast augmentation is still one of the most popular of the cosmetic procedures. Some women may be concerned that enhancing their bustline would give them results that look unnatural. You will be pleased to know that your results can look quite natural when you rely on an experienced cosmetic surgeon. Breast Implants Have Changed Because of changes in the types of implants used, and even some changes in surgical techniques, you won’t have to worry about breast implants creating an unnatural shape. Tear-Drop Shaped Gel Implants Teardrop shaped implants are shaped like your natural breast. The teardrop shape gives them more fullness at the bottom. These implants will flatten and round when you lie down. They are also referred to as “anatomic” implants for that reason. Teardrop implants are filled with a semi-solid silicone gel that will feel much like firm natural breast tissue. Gummy Bear Implants Gummy Bear implants are named after the popular candy because of their texture. Gummy Bear implants are also filled with silicone gel, but the gel holds it shape when cut, just like the candy bears. The shell of the implant is textured to reduce the scarring that can happen around the implant itself. Gummy bear implants have the toughest shell and lowest rupture rate. Saline Implants Saline implants are a silicone shell that is filled with saline at the time of your surgery. The advantage of using a saline implant is they can be inserted through a very small incision. The disadvantage is that saline implants can leak. Round Implants Round implants are still available and can be either saline or gel filled. Round implants are ideal when more fullness is needed. The best way to know which implant is best for you is to schedule an appointment with an experienced plastic surgeon. Your surgeon will be able to work with you to determine your best options for size and implant type. In West Bloomfield, MI, contact West Maple Plastic...
Read MoreMake Your Own Life Decisions with Breast Reduction Surgery
In the last several decades, standards of beauty have often been geared towards large breasted women, so many people might not understand why anyone would be considering a breast reduction surgery. The truth of the matter is that considering a woman’s frame, lifestyle, or even personal preference for body image, some of us are born with more than we ever needed. This asset to some may become a hindrance to others. Especially if you are a woman with an active, athletic lifestyle, larger breasts might mean requiring more support than smaller-breasted women, as well as pain during activities such as running, climbing, or sports requiring a leaner form. Pain is often a consideration that can impact your decision, and reducing the size of your breasts can greatly improve your quality of life when you enjoy an active lifestyle. Another reason to consider reduction is how your body type may be limiting your choice in wardrobe. Fashions rarely cater to extremes, and if your cup size is beyond the scope of what is usually available, you might be seeing your choices limited to more matronly or larger figured styles. Which can frankly be depressing if the rest of your body is ready for the cuter, smaller sizes, but your breasts are closing the door on most of what is out there. When it comes down to it, it’s all just a matter of preference. When technology allows for the ability to have a say on what most women for generations just had to suffer through and soldier on, now you can be in full control of the situation. Contact us if you want to take your life back and decide what body type works best for...
Read MoreMommy Makeovers – Reclaiming Your Pre-Pregnancy Body
Motherhood is a joy, but that joy does come with some sacrifices. One of the first sacrifices of parenthood is that tight body that you spent hours cultivating in the gym. Both pregnancy and breastfeeding wear heavily on the body, but that doesn’t mean your body needs to stay that way. Even if you put the time into re-firming that body in the gym, not all problems will be fixed. However, a mommy makeover at your local plastic surgeon might be just the key to decisively getting back into pre-pregnancy shape. What is a “Mommy Makeover”? A mommy makeover isn’t just one procedure, but rather is a small handful of different procedures that address all the areas that were ravaged during your pregnancy. These procedures can be done in quick succession or can be spread out to fit you schedule and needs. So what procedures go into the overall mommy makeover? Breast Lift After having their last child, many women often choose to empower themselves with breast augmentation surgery. However, if you still want to breastfeed in the future or don’t want your breast augmented, they can still benefit from breast lift surgery. Even after just breastfeeding one child you will notice that your breasts have started to take on that sagging, lifeless look of older mothers. However, having a breast lift can rejuvenate your chest by making the nipples more perky, lifting the breasts to a more firm position, and generally giving them a more youthful look. Tummy Tuck Your newborn needed a lot of room to grow over the nine months it was in your body, and while a select few lucky women have their body slim back to normal after giving birth, almost all women will be left with undesirable remainders. This commonly includes an abdomen paunch, sagging skin, excess fat, and weak abdomen muscles. By having a tummy tuck, all those issues are fixed. By making an incision just above the pubic area, the abdominal muscles are flattened, sutured together for more strength, and excess fat and skin are removed. Your tummy is then adjusted to your natural contours that you had before pregnancy. Liposuction While a tummy tuck can solve your post-pregnancy paunch in the abdomen area, pregnancy weight gain isn’t limited to your belly. Often mothers will gain weight throughout their body during pregnancy and from the stress after pregnancy that ends up sticking around. If you have excess weight in your arms, legs, butt, or even in your face, some light liposuction could be the key to firming your entire body back up. If you have recently given birth and want your body back to the state that it was pre-baby, any experienced plastic surgeon can lend you a hand. For more information on the procedures that go into a mommy makeover and consultation on which would be right for you, contact the West Maple Plastic...
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