Blog Articles

Explore insights on plastic surgery, treatment options, and recovery from Dr. Brian Peterson and his team.

All Juvederm® Facial Filler Face Lift Mommy Makeover Breast Reduction Breast Lift Brow Lift Facial Rejuvenation Arm Lift Plastic Surgery Emergency Dermabrasion Plastic Surgery Skin Health Chin Surgery Plastic Surgeon Breast Enhancement Ear Surgery Scar Revision Service 1 Service 2 Service 3 Case Studies Neck Lift Tummy Tuck Eyelid Surgery Breast Surgery News Breast Augmentation Restylane® Rhinoplasty Cosmetic Surgery Liposuction Body Countouring Varicose Veins

Empowerment and Self-Confidence: The Psychological Impact of Breast Reduction

Empowerment and Self-Confidence: The Psychological Impact of Breast Reduction

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is often celebrated for its physical benefits, such as alleviating back pain and discomfort. Yet, the transformation it brings extends far beyond the physical realm. For many individuals, breast reduction is a journey of empowe

October 26, 2023

Plastic Surgery Options for Breast Enhancement

Plastic Surgery Options for Breast Enhancement

Breasts play a significant role in defining a woman's femininity and self-confidence. If you are dissatisfied with the size, shape, or symmetry of your breasts, plastic surgery offers various options for breast enhancement. Whether you desire larger, more proportionate breasts or seek to r

June 19, 2023

Breast Augmentation Recovery: What To Expect And Tips For Healing

Breast Augmentation Recovery: What To Expect And Tips For Healing

Breast augmentation increases the volume of your breasts with silicone or saline implants. This cosmetic breast surgery helps to enhance breast volume and projection, and achieve better symmetry when breasts are moderately disproportionate in size and shape. While breast augmentation, also

March 12, 2023

How To Prepare For Breast Lift Surgery

How To Prepare For Breast Lift Surgery

As your breast lift surgery approaches, you need to start preparing. Long before your surgery, you will already have completed the preparation of undergoing consultations with your plastic surgeon, discussions with your doctor, and the completion of blood work, but there are a few more ste

January 9, 2023

Know Your Options For Silicone Implant Removal

Know Your Options For Silicone Implant Removal

Breast implants are not designed to last for a person’s entire life. Although they can last for 10 to 20 years, many people with saline or silicone breast implants will need to have them removed at some point. A person can have their breast implants removed or replaced for a variety

December 26, 2022

Tips for Recovering After Breast Mastopexy

Tips for Recovering After Breast Mastopexy

A breast mastopexy, also called a breast lift, is the altering of the breast tissue and skin to reshape the breasts and reposition the nipple. A breast mastopexy is typically chosen to make breasts appear more lifted, symmetrical, and overall more aesthetically pleasing. A breast mastopexy

December 12, 2022

Everything You Need To Know About Saline Implants

Everything You Need To Know About Saline Implants

If you are dissatisfied with the size, shape, or asymmetry of your breasts, breast augmentation may be the solution. Breast augmentation increases the size of the breasts using implants, which can also help to change the shape of your breasts and make them more symmetrical. When a person o

November 2, 2022

Are Silicone Implants Better?

Are Silicone Implants Better?

Breast implants are used during breast augmentation to add volume to the breasts and increase cup size. Two different forms of implants can be used during this plastic surgery: silicone and saline. Silicone implants have a silicone shell filled with a silicone gel whereas saline implants h

July 12, 2022

How To Maintain The Results Of A Breast Lift

How To Maintain The Results Of A Breast Lift

A breast lift, also known as a breast mastopexy, is a plastic surgery that alters the shape of the breast to create more lift and symmetry. This procedure can also improve the look and position of the nipple and areola. A breast lift is a long-term solution for breasts that are sagging, un

July 5, 2022

What Kind Of Mommy Makeover Is Right For Me?

What Kind Of Mommy Makeover Is Right For Me?

Pregnancy and breastfeeding can change your body in ways that you may not have expected. Weakened abdominal muscles and loose skin often remain even if you follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Stubborn pockets of fat never go away, and if you breastfeed you may have noticed a loss

May 5, 2022

Can My Breasts Get Bigger After A Breast Reduction?

Can My Breasts Get Bigger After A Breast Reduction?

After taking action to achieve your desired breast size through breast reduction surgery, you want to make sure that the results will be long lasting. Breast reduction surgery requires a person to be within about 10lbs of their goal weight for several months, which can take some time and e

February 18, 2022

How To Prepare For Breast Reduction Surgery

How To Prepare For Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a popular cosmetic procedure aimed at surgically reducing the size of the breasts. Reduction mammoplasty is a great option to help you improve the look and feel of your breasts and to alleviate some of the physical discomfor

January 21, 2022

Why Plastic Surgeons Often Combine a Breast Reduction With A Breast Lift

Why Plastic Surgeons Often Combine a Breast Reduction With A Breast Lift

If you are dissatisfied with the look of your breasts, you have options to change them. If you feel your breasts are too large, you may want to consider a breast reduction. If you are content with the size of your breasts but feel they are too droopy, or that your nipples are positioned in

November 26, 2021

After Breast Augmentation: What Is Normal And What Is Not

After Breast Augmentation: What Is Normal And What Is Not

Everyone’s body is different and so is their healing process. After your breast augmentation surgery, you will have certain experiences during the healing process that are expected, but it’s important to know what those are so that you can be aware of any abnormal symptoms that

November 12, 2021

Can a Breast Lift Relieve My Back Pain?

Can a Breast Lift Relieve My Back Pain?

Large, heavy breasts can pull your shoulders forward leading to poor posture and causing back, neck, and shoulder pain. There are surgical options to reshape your breasts in order to help alleviate your pain so that you don’t have to live with these issues. One of these options is a

November 4, 2021

Saline Vs. Silicone Breast Implants

Saline Vs. Silicone Breast Implants

One of the most important parts about planning and preparing for breast augmentation is choosing the right type of implants. Silicone and saline breast implants are the two most popular options for breast enhancement. Understanding your goals and expectations for your procedure will help y

October 14, 2021

A Breast Lift Can Really Make A Difference

A Breast Lift Can Really Make A Difference

The first thought that usually comes to mind when women are thinking about improving the appearance of their breasts is breast augmentation.  Although breast augmentation can provide outstanding results for women seeking to improve the size and shape of their breasts, it is not always

October 7, 2021

Tips For Recovery After Breast Reduction Surgery

Tips For Recovery After Breast Reduction Surgery

Choosing to have a breast reduction or mammoplasty is a big decision.  Maybe you have booked your breast reduction surgery already, or perhaps you are in the research and consultation phase to figure out if it’s the right option for you. Wherever you are in your breast reduction

September 23, 2021

Advantages of Silicone Breast Implants

Advantages of Silicone Breast Implants

If you are contemplating breast augmentation surgery, surely at some point you will need to weigh the pros and cons of the types of implant options available to you. Whether you choose silicone or saline, the decision will ultimately have an effect on the look and feel of your new breasts

September 1, 2021

4 Benefits Of Breast Reduction Surgery

4 Benefits Of Breast Reduction Surgery

Many women experience pain and discomfort due to the size of their breasts. Large breasts can cause lowered self esteem and stop you from participating in activities you enjoy. It can be difficult finding clothes that fit properly and women with larger breast size often complain about ill-

August 5, 2021

Types of Breast Enhancement Surgery: Know Your Options

Types of Breast Enhancement Surgery: Know Your Options

Genetics, breastfeeding, changes in your weight, and illness can cause breast tissue to sag and lose fullness. For some women, these changes can result in dissatisfaction with their appearance and even affect self-esteem. Having breasts enhancement surgery can increase fullness and restore

July 22, 2021

8 Common Questions When Contemplating Getting Breast Implants

8 Common Questions When Contemplating Getting Breast Implants

June 17, 2021

The Top 5 Benefits of Combining a Breast Augmentation and Breast Lift

The Top 5 Benefits of Combining a Breast Augmentation and Breast Lift

March 11, 2021

8 Significant Considerations Before Getting a Breast Reduction

8 Significant Considerations Before Getting a Breast Reduction

February 21, 2021

Previous
1
2
Next

Questions? Call today at: (250) 868-9099

CALL US