What are Gummy Bear Breast Implants? Relatively new to the market, Gummy Bear Implants are a type of breast implant that was developed by Dr. Grant Stevens, a prominent plastic surgeon in California. He says these implants maintain their shape when cut in half, similar to gummy bears, and are the adult version of being like kids in a candy…
Breast augmentation is one of the most common forms of plastic surgery. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were over 290,000 breast augmentation procedures performed in the U.S. in 2016. That number marks a four percent increase from 2015. Women decide to get breast implants if they are dissatisfied with the size of their breasts or if…
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons breast augmentations were in the top 5 cosmetic surgeries performed in 2020. With its popularity comes an increase in information and knowledge that potential patients must consider. After determining what size, shape, and type of fill they want for breast implants, implantees are left to consider where they want them positioned. Over…
You’ve stood in front of the mirror for countless hours and visualized yourself with larger, perkier, or just different breasts. You’re ready for your new body. But do you really know what to expect from breast augmentation surgery? Cosmetic surgery is a complicated matter with the very highest stakes: you! You should know exactly what to expect before and after…
Are you considering breast lift surgery but are concerned about possible complications? Worrying about how a surgical procedure will impact such a sensitive part of the body is entirely natural. Read on to learn more about what you need to know about breast lift complications. Although relatively safe, there are certain risks associated with breast lift surgery. The implants can…
You’ve always dreamed about moving up a cup size. But you’re worried. Are implants safe? You might remember that scandal in the early 1990s about silicone breast implants, and you want to make sure you make the right choice. Read on to learn about the safety of silicone breast implants and whether they’re right for you. The History of Silicone…
Many women may ask “Do I want a breast lift?” In order to decide, it’s important to consider your motivations and the practical considerations involved in such a procedure. Here are 5 more questions to ask yourself when trying to decide if this procedure is right for you. 1. Why am I considering a breast lift? An important factor in…
Breast implants are one of the oldest forms of non-facial plastic surgery that redesigns the contours of the body through reconstruction. Early attempts at plastic surgery typically focused on helping women who suffered tumours or other disease and injury that caused deformation of the breast. Unfortunately, early materials used weren’t as safe as current materials. The use of paraffin and tissue…
If you’ve ever considered getting breast implants, you should know there is an increasingly popular alternative to traditional breast augmentation surgery that doesn’t use a saline or a silicone implant to enlarge the breasts. Yes, your fantasy of re-contouring your body using your own unwanted fat is now a reality: it’s called fat grafting to the breast. According to New…
You aren’t happy with your current breasts. Perhaps it’s an issue of size, shape, firmness or all of the above. You may feel this way very strongly or you might just be flirting with making a change. One thing’s certain; before you sign up for breast augmentation surgery, there is a lot more you need to know. Breast Implant 101…
