Breast Surgery Blog Articles
- Jun 18, 2023
- Peterson MD
Plastic Surgery Options for Breast Enhancement
Transformative Breast Enhancement Options Breast Reduction: Finding Relief and Balance Breast reduction, or reduction mammoplasty, is a procedure aimed at reducing the size and weight of overly large breasts. Women with disproportionately large. . .
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- Mar 12, 2023
- Peterson MD
Breast Augmentation Recovery: What To Expect And Tips For Healing
What To Expect During Breast Augmentation Recovery The recovery period after breast augmentation is unique for every patient and will be impacted by the type of surgery you had, the size of the implants, and your body's natural healing. . .
- Jan 09, 2023
- Peterson MD
How To Prepare For Breast Lift Surgery
How To Prepare For Breast Lift Surgery Two Weeks Prior To Surgery Don’t Take Blood Thinners During your breast lift consultation, you will discuss your health history with your plastic surgeon, including any medication you are currently. . .
- Dec 26, 2022
- Peterson MD
Know Your Options For Silicone Implant Removal
Why Silicone Implants May Be Removed Silicone Implant Leak Although rare, it is possible for silicone implants to rupture. Because of the design of these breast implants, silicone ruptures may go unnoticed for a while, because the breast. . .
- Dec 12, 2022
- Peterson MD
Tips for Recovering After Breast Mastopexy
Breast Mastopexy Recovery Wear Your Compression Garment After breast mastopexy, wear the compression garment supplied by your plastic surgeon. This will help to reduce swelling, improve blood flow, provide support, flush fluids from the body,. . .
- Nov 01, 2022
- Peterson MD
Everything You Need To Know About Saline Implants
Your Saline Implant Questions Answered What Are Saline Implants Made From? Saline implants get their name from the sterile salt water they are filled with. The water solution is held within a silicone outer shell that provides durability while. . .
- Jul 11, 2022
- Peterson MD
Are Silicone Implants Better?
Which Is Better: Silicone Implants Or Saline Implants? The Feel Silicone implants and saline implants each feel slightly different once your breasts have healed after surgery. Silicone implants have been designed to feel fairly similar to a. . .
- Jul 04, 2022
- Peterson MD
How To Maintain The Results Of A Breast Lift
Maintaining The Results Of Your Breast Lift Eat Well Eating a well-balanced diet of healthy foods will benefit the results of your breast lift in a multitude of ways. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables and avoiding fatty or salty foods will. . .
- May 04, 2022
- Peterson MD
What Kind Of Mommy Makeover Is Right For Me?
Mommy Makeovers Mommy makeover procedures have gained popularity due to their ability to address multiple concerns in a single procedure. Patients are only required to go through a single recovery period and many patients enjoy the feeling of. . .
- Feb 18, 2022
- Peterson MD
Can My Breasts Get Bigger After A Breast Reduction?
What Might Cause Breasts To Get Bigger After Breast Reduction Surgery? Pregnancy. If a woman becomes pregnant her breasts will often become larger both during pregnancy and during breastfeeding. For a woman who has already had a breast reduction,. . .
- Jan 21, 2022
- Peterson MD
How To Prepare For Breast Reduction Surgery
Be Prepared Preparing for your surgery and making certain accommodations to facilitate your recovery will put you in the best position for a quick and smooth healing process. Here are a few things to do to prepare for your surgery and. . .
- Nov 26, 2021
- Peterson MD
Why Plastic Surgeons Often Combine a Breast Reduction With A Breast Lift
Both procedures are effective to help you achieve the look and feel you want. But in some cases the most ideal results will be achieved through a surgical solution that involves both a breast lift and a breast reduction. The Difference Between A. . .
- Nov 12, 2021
- Peterson MD
After Breast Augmentation: What Is Normal And What Is Not
It can be hard to tell what reactions are a part of healthy recovery and what reactions are not, especially when your body is in the midst of healing and things are swelling and uncomfortable. Remember that your breasts will heal and you will see. . .
- Nov 03, 2021
- Peterson MD
Can a Breast Lift Relieve My Back Pain?
When breasts are balanced and more uplifted, the inclination to slouch or turn your shoulders inward is eased, and resulting back and shoulder pain is diminished. Your plastic surgeon can make recommendations based on your breast size and shape and. . .
- Oct 13, 2021
- Peterson MD
Saline Vs. Silicone Breast Implants
Saline Vs. Silicone- Which One Should You Choose? There is no right answer when it comes to choosing between silicone or saline breast implants. The decision will be based on your personal preferences and what your surgeon suggests. Both types of. . .
- Oct 06, 2021
- Peterson MD
A Breast Lift Can Really Make A Difference
Patients can regain the appearance of fullness and shape of their breasts. If you do not want breast implants, that doesn't mean that there isn’t a breast surgery that can still give you the results you wish for. A breast lift is a great. . .
- Sep 22, 2021
- Peterson MD
Tips For Recovery After Breast Reduction Surgery
Recovery Tip #1: Get Some Help. The first few days after surgery will require helping hands from someone who cares about you. Not only will you need a ride home from the surgical centre but you will also need someone to help you out until you are. . .
- Aug 31, 2021
- Peterson MD
Advantages of Silicone Breast Implants
Both of these types of implants have different properties and considerations, but many surgeons have a tendency to choose silicone due to some additional benefits to patients. This article will cover the reasons many people choose silicone implants. . .
- Aug 04, 2021
- Peterson MD
4 Benefits Of Breast Reduction Surgery
Breast enhancement surgery is often one of the first procedures to come to mind when discussing breast surgery, but every year thousands of Canadian women opt for breast reduction. This procedure involves the removal of excess breast fat,. . .
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- Jul 21, 2021
- Peterson MD
Types of Breast Enhancement Surgery: Know Your Options
Breast Augmentation vs Breast Lift You may have heard the term ‘breast augmentation’ before but let's talk about what it means. To undergo breast augmentation surgery means that you are changing, and increasing the size of the breasts,. . .
- Jun 16, 2021
- Peterson MD
8 Common Questions When Contemplating Getting Breast Implants
Without a doubt, the breast implants of today have come a long way from their earlier versions in the ’80s and ’90s. Today’s augmentations can leave you with natural-looking and feeling breasts that have few to no complications. Regardless. . .
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- Mar 11, 2021
- Peterson MD
The Top 5 Benefits of Combining a Breast Augmentation and Breast Lift
Are you unhappy with the look or feel of your breasts? You might be considering cosmetic breast surgery! Here are some of the most significant benefits of a breast augmentation mastopexy at our Kelowna plastic surgery clinic. For many years,. . .
- Feb 21, 2021
- Peterson MD
8 Significant Considerations Before Getting a Breast Reduction
Are the size of your breasts causing you physical or emotional pain? If you have started to think about the possibility of a breast reduction, here are 8 of the most important things to consider before opting for this cosmetic surgery. . .
- Nov 24, 2020
- Peterson MD
How to Decide on your Breast Implant Size, Shape, Type, and Profile
Are you thinking about getting a breast augmentation but are unsure of how to choose the right implant? When deciding what is right for you, there are many different options of type, shape, size, and profile. Here is how you can select the right. . .
- Jul 25, 2020
- Peterson MD
Your Total Guide to a Breast Augmentation Mastopexy
Are you looking to increase your breast size, as well as correct any sagging? Learn about a combination breast augmentation mastopexy, and how our board-certified plastic surgeons can help you achieve all your aesthetic goals. The two most. . .
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