Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed to help enhance the appearance of the breasts. However, when a woman experiences complications, health concerns, or even has a change in personal preference, she may opt for breast implant removal. For many women, this can be a valuable option that provides an array of […]
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Deciding to get breast augmentation can be an exciting first step towards a life-changing transformation. However, it’s essential to consider all of your options beforehand. While traditional breast augmentation involves implants, another procedure is becoming a popular solution for individuals seeking to add volume to their breasts: a breast fat transfer. Here’s what you need to
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We have more and more patients at our Layton practice who want to want a curvier figure through breast augmentation, but the idea of putting silicone gel in their breasts makes them uneasy. They’ve heard that silicone implants provide a more natural feel and that they have far fewer problems with rippling. But they’re concerned
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Deciding on what type of breast implant to go with should be a bit more complicated than deciding what you’re going to have for dinner tonight. Here at Dr. York Yates’ office, we offer patients more than just two options for breast implants. While many surgeons only offer silicone and saline implants, we offer patients
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Breast implants give patients the confidence they need to stand a little taller and even slip into something a bit sexier than they ever thought possible. During your initial consultation with Dr. York Yates, we will go on the type of implant you want— gummy bear, saline, or silicone— along with the placement, and the
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Watch out the world; there’s a new implant in town: the Ideal Implant. As a new type of saline implant, the Ideal Implant is based on three main principles: design, material, and experience. If you are still considering what type of breast implant you should get from Dr. York Yates, consider looking more into the
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The PIP breast implant manufactured by the now defunct French company, Poly Implant Prosthese, has been surrounded by scandal and controversy over the past two years. It was discovered that the company had been fraudulent about their manufacturing process, while manufacturing these implants with non-medical grade silicone. This was at one time the third leading
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Mentor (the breast implant company) has extended their “feel the difference” rebate program. This was due to expire at the end of the month but has been extended until Dec 31st, 2011. Any patient with saline implants who changes to silicone is eligible for the $250 rebate.
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This is commonly confused. Many patients email me with questions about siliconimplants. A little gentle education is in order. At the risk of sounding too geeky. Silicone is the combination of inorganic silicon with oxygen and organic side groups that attach to the silicon atoms. The amount of cross-linking or attachments between the organic and inorganic components is
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A woman in her 40?s or 50?s presents to her plastic surgeon to discuss breast implant removal. She had saline breast implants placed 20 or so years ago. Since that time she has gained a little weight and breast tissue and now feels that her breasts are too large. She doesn’t remember the size of
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