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Breast Surgery

Dr. Shaun Parson practices in Scottsdale, Arizona, and answers many questions about breast augmentations and nipples. Many of the questions are related to how the look of the nipples and areola will be altered due to the breast augmentation they will undergo. Areola vs. Nipple Areolar When women talk about their “nipples,” what they are usually referring to the areolas - the area surrounding the nipple. The nipple is the center projection of the nipple areolar complex....

13 June, 2017

After completing their families, it isn't long after the birth of their last baby that many women set out on a mission to return their bodies to pre-pregnancy shape - enter the mommy makeover. Women are left feeling as though their breasts and belly may never forgive them for the trauma they went through. However what a mommy makeover offers is a combination of individual procedures targeted to what YOU want to be accomplished. For our...

08 June, 2017

Finding a good fit in a plastic surgeon in the should be the number one goal whether you are considering a breast augmentation, tummy tuck or nose job. It is imperative that you and your surgeon, as well as his staff, have a relationship that is workable and stress-free. Besides limiting your surgeons to only board certified physicians, the most important thing to get out of a consultation is a true “connection” with the plastic surgeon...

01 June, 2017

When a silicone breast implant is placed during breast augmentation surgery, fibrous tissue, or what is known as a “capsule” will form around the implant. It is entirely possible that should the implant rupture, which it goes unnoticed because the free silicone (if any were to escape implant shell) remains trapped inside this capsule. This is called a “silent rupture.” When a rupture occurs the fibrous tissue can become inflamed, and scar tissue may form causing: ...

30 May, 2017

One size definitely does not fit all when choosing the right size breast implant. The right size of an implant depends on a variety of factors and is ultimately based on the overall desired look you want to achieve as well as your body type and frame type. It is important to listen to your surgeon’s advice and body measurement considerations. Your physician has quite possibly done hundreds if not thousands of breast augmentations, and although...

23 May, 2017

There have been enormous scientific improvements in the makeup of the breast implant as well as the techniques involved in breast augmentation over the years. But that one nagging question remains in the minds of many women of childbearing years, and that is if breast implants impede nursing any future babies they may have. Breastfeeding And Breast Implant Discussion It’s a reasonable concern and a good question, because, in years gone by, nursing babies after breast augmentation...

04 May, 2017

A mommy makeover is sometimes the perfect solution to help reverse the changes caused by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Unfortunately, at times no amount of diet or exercise can modify the changes that pregnancy can inflict on a woman’s body. After childbirth, a waiting period will be necessary before embarking on a mommy makeover procedure. At least six to eight weeks need to pass for the uterus to shrink back down to its normal size. Also,...

02 May, 2017

Whenever mammography is performed on patients who have undergone breast implant surgery, specialized techniques should be utilized. These techniques use compression and displacement to move the implant away from the breast tissue. Additionally, specialized views are used to help clearly visualize the breast tissue. When these methods are utilized, the presence of an implant doesn’t change the effectiveness of mammography. It’s also imperative to realize that mammography doesn’t damage breast implants. It is always imperative that...

27 April, 2017

It's a fact - cosmetic procedures have become mainstream, and the five standouts as the most popular are: breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and facelifts. Social media, with its filters and skin smoothing apps have, undoubtedly, played a role in feeding the frenzy with the pressure to be “all that” mounting. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons tells us that just last year there were almost 1.8 million cosmetic surgeries performed. And most of the...

20 April, 2017

Losing more than 100 lbs is considered a massive amount of weight loss. If you have lost this much weight, you are more than likely considering a breast augmentation or breast lift. Losing this much weight can significantly alter the look of a woman’s body. Losing this massive amount of weight can cause loose, saggy skin in multiple areas. Additionally, it's quite normal for women to lose breast volume and develop breast sag when this...

11 April, 2017
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