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10 Important Things To Look for in Breast Augmentation Before-and-After Photos (Updated 2023)

Looking through before-and-after photos is one of the first steps for many new patients in Phoenix and Scottsdale. Photos are instrumental because not only do they show the results you can expect, but they also showcase a plastic surgeon’s talent. Before-and-after galleries are often a major deciding factor in surgeon selection. Here's what you should …

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Implant Sizing Discussion: How Many CCs Make a “C” cup? (Updated 2023)

Patients are often surprised to find out that the relationship between implant size and final breast appearance can be complex. Once a breast augmentation patient has shown me their ideal breast appearance by selecting their favorite patient photos in our photo gallery, I make sure that the before and after pictures they chose are relatively …

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Fat Grafting vs Breast Implants

When considering , most people would automatically think about the use of synthetic silicone and saline breast implants.  However, many patients are surprised to hear they may have another option to enhance their breast shape and size using their own natural tissues.  This technique is called , and it involves borrowing fat cells from parts …

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When Breast Implants Drop & Fluff, What Happens & Why?

The term "drop and fluff" refers to breast implants and is familiar to most breast augmentation patients. It is commonly used on breast implant surgery forums and refers to the process breasts undergo in the first few months after augmentation surgery. While this term may sound humorous, it is actually a pretty good description of …

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Pre- and Post-Surgery Care: Steps to Achieve Outstanding Results

If you are considering elective surgery, there are a number of things you can do to set yourself up for the best results.  Obviously, choosing the best surgeon possible is the most important part of the process, but what happens before and after surgery can affect the final results in a significant way. Prepping for …

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Is a Compression Bra After Breast Augmentation Needed & Other FAQ Answers

You asked, and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Sigalove answered! Dr. Sigalove shares his insights into commonly asked questions about breast augmentation. He shares his insights on what to expect after breast augmentation, what it’s like to recover from breast implant surgery, and how breast implants settle after surgery. Do Breast Implants Get Bigger As …

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What Does a Mommy Makeover Include?

After pregnancy and childbirth, many women grapple with stubborn physical changes that diet and exercise alone can’t address. It's no wonder that mommy makeover procedures have become increasingly popular, offering a comprehensive solution to post-pregnancy body changes. This blog post will explore what a mommy makeover typically includes, providing insights into the procedures involved and …

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Blog - Breast Reduction vs. Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Which Is Right for Me? - woman laying by the pool in a bikini

Breast Reduction vs. Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Which Is Right for Me?

The physical characteristics of a woman's breasts, such as size, shape, and positioning, can play a significant role in her self-confidence and overall well-being. If you’re dissatisfied with the appearance of your breasts, you may be considering surgical options to enhance them. Breast reduction and breast lift surgery are two common procedures that provide very …

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How Breast Reduction Surgery Can Improve Your Life

is probably my single favorite surgery to perform at my Scottsdale plastic surgery practice!  The reason for this is that a breast reduction can be an excellent way to improve both a patient’s aesthetics as well as their physical well-being, and it is generally a very dramatic surgery that results in extremely happy patients! How …

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