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There are several decisions you will need to make prior to your breast augmentation surgery. Among these will be the shape of breast implant you are most interested in. The shape of your implant will impact your final aesthetic results and must be based on factors including...

Symmastia

Symmastia is a rare side effect of breast augmentation that occurs when the soft tissue of the breasts connects in the middle. Some women call this effect “breadloafing” and in certain extreme cases it can even cause the “uniboob” look. Symmastia usually occurs when breast implants are placed using...

Exercise and Sports with Breast Implants

Many women who are considering breast augmentation are concerned about the effect their breast implants will have on exercise routines. The answer depends on your body type, your breast size, and the details of your situation. When it comes to breast implants, size matters; the larger your breast implants, the...

Correcting Breast Asymmetry

Breast asymmetry is present in around 10% of women. In most cases, one breast is flatter and smaller than the other. As a woman ages, the difference between the two breasts can become even more pronounced, since the smaller breast tends to remain flat while...

Plastic Surgery after Cancer

It is not uncommon for those who have suffered from cancer to seek out plastic surgery procedures to restore their appearance and self-confidence after enduring such a traumatic ordeal. The two most common Springfield plastic surgeries in the aftermath of cancer are breast reconstruction and skin reconstructive surgery....

Plastic Surgery on the Rise

According to a report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), plastic surgery procedures in the United States increased 5% from 2009 to 2010. The number of cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the United States last year totaled about 13.1 million. The ASPS report...

Contoured Vs. Round Breast Implants

There are several breast implant options that include the type, shape, texture, and size. You have two options for the shape of breast implants. These options include: Contoured Breast Implants Round Breast Implants Arlington breast surgeon, Dr. Desman will explain the many options for breast implants to you...

Rapid Recovery Breast Augmentation Program

Many women put off having the cosmetic surgery procedures they desire due to the time it takes for recovery. Everyone has obligations and responsibilities that make it difficult to find time for our selves. In order to help you find the time for you, Washington, D.C....