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What are the Benefits of Combining Implants with a Breast Lift?

Sagging or “deflated” breasts can be a source of frustration and insecurity for many women who feel the cosmetic effects of pregnancy, weight gain, or simply the natural aging process. These factors can cause the breast contours to change, often resulting in a loss of firmness, volume, and general youthfulness in the bust. While these aesthetic concerns usually cannot be ... Learn More

Will a Breast Lift Interfere with Breastfeeding?

As a procedure designed to rejuvenate and reshape sagging breasts, a breast lift is among the most popular cosmetic surgeries performed in 2023. During mastopexy, excess tissue is removed and repositioned to achieve a more youthful and “perky” breast profile. Naturally, some patients wonder whether breast lift surgery affects the ability to successfully breastfeed in the future. Ultimately, a breast ... Learn More

Open vs. Closed Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic procedures in the country and employs a variety of techniques to enhance facial harmony. If you’re considering rhinoplasty to help balance your facial features and increase symmetry, you may be wondering about the difference between open rhinoplasty and closed rhinoplasty — the two main approaches to cosmetic nose surgery. While the ... Learn More

How Do Breasts Change with Age?

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While pregnancy, weight fluctuation, and prior breastfeeding are well-known for altering the shape of the breasts, contours usually change as a natural result of aging as well. Women who have never had children, or who maintained a stable weight throughout their lifetime, often still notice a visible loss of breast volume or increasingly droopy breast tissue. The ways in which ... Learn More

Five Misconceptions About Liposuction

Liposuction is one of the most predictable and effective cosmetic surgeries performed worldwide. Thanks to its ability to remove stubborn fat from almost any region of the face or body with minimal downtime, liposuction has maintained its popularity for decades among women and men alike. As the procedure evolves, it’s natural for certain misunderstandings to culminate regarding what liposuction can ... Learn More

Can You Reduce Your Breast Size With Dieting and Exercise?

Despite claims made by exercise trends and product marketers, there is currently no “natural breast reduction” technique that can rival the results achieved by a surgical procedure. Some workout regimens purport to reduce the breasts by decreasing fat in the chest, but these exercises often only work to strengthen the pectoral muscles while doing nothing to minimize the symptoms of ... Learn More

How Soon After a C-Section Can I Get a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck is one of the most highly sought after cosmetic surgeries among patients who have previously had children. This procedure can be a very effective technique to correct a protruding abdomen, which commonly develops as the abdominal muscles become stretched and separated by pregnancy. In resolving the hanging appearance caused by loose abdominal muscles, tummy tuck surgery can ... Learn More

Should You Have Breast Revision Surgery?

Breast revision is typically performed for one of two reasons: a ruptured implant or a desire to alter breast augmentation results. In the rare case of a rupture, the replacement or removal of the implant is necessary to restore a symmetrical appearance. However, there are a wide number of other factors that can influence a woman to seek out breast ... Learn More

How Long Should Breast Implants Last?

Though breast augmentation remains one of our most popular plastic surgery procedures, Dr. David L. Durst educates all prospective candidates about the role of breast revision surgery. Breast implants are not designed to last a lifetime, and Dr. Durst teaches his patients how to monitor for ruptures and be vigilant about replacing their implants if needed. Most patients will enjoy ... Learn More

Reasons to Upgrade Your Breast Implants

Although breast revision surgery can be used to replace a ruptured or damaged implant, this procedure is most commonly used for patients who wish to exchange their breast implants for a different size or type. During the consultation process, Dr. David L. Durst spends a lot of time discussing each patient’s individual cosmetic goals and expectations, allowing them to make ... Learn More