Cosmetic procedures of the breast can involve augmenting or enhancing the breasts with implants, improving the shape by performing a breast lift, or down-sizing the breast with a reduction. All of these procedures result in more aesthetically pleasing breasts and frequently improve self-confidence in the patient. If you feel you're a candidate for breast enhancement in Scottsdale or Mesa, schedule a consultation with Dr. Fint. Breast shaping procedures offered:
Breast augmentation is the most frequent cosmetic procedure performed in Scottsdale and the United States. With dramatic improvements in breast implant design, more and more women are undergoing the breast enhancement procedure. Dr. Flint strongly prefers silicone implants due to their natural look and feel. Current day silicone implants have exceptionally low shell failure rates. It is a common myth that breast implants have to be replaced every ten years. While breast implants are man-made and not felt to be life-time devices, with currently available performance data, it is known that the vast majority of implants last longer than ten years. More importantly, it was proven years ago that leaking implants did not result in a higher rate of disease processes in women. The new silicone gel implants have cohesive gel that is very thick, and does not ooze out into surrounding tissues if the shell breaks. Dr. Flint performs hundreds of breast augmentations and is very informative in consultation. She encourages patients to do their research and ask all of their questions prior to surgery.
It can be confusing for women to know if they need an augmentation or a breast lift. The easiest rule of thumb is that if the nipple sits below the fold underneath the breast, a lift is the best operation, and an augmentation by itself will not correct the breast shape. Dr. Flint frequently employs an implant at the time of breast lifting to improve fullness in the upper pole of the breast, and to add longevity to the result. While breast augmentation is reasonable to pursue prior to child bearing, lifting should be deferred until after child-bearing and breast feeding are completed.
Breast reduction surgery can be a great relief to women who suffer with neck and back pain, shoulder grooves and rashes underneath their breast due to large, heavy, pendulous breasts. This procedure involves down-sizing the breast and areolae diameter, and lifting and re-shaping the breasts. The vast majority of patients report near immediate relief from much of their discomfort, and are one of the happiest groups of patients. In some cases, insurance will cover this procedure.
Breast asymmetry can be embarrassing and create challenges in finding properly fitting clothing. Dr. Flint treats many women with this problem and designs personalized surgical plans to accomplish her patient's goals. One relatively brief operation can provide wonderful results. You don't have to dread bathing suit season any more.
Dr. Flint understands a woman's desire to have attractive breasts. She listens to your goals and plans your procedure with you. You owe it to yourself to feel as confident about your appearance as possible. Call her staff today to arrange a consultation at her Scottsdale or Mesa office locations.
Convenient Phoenix locations:
Scottsdale Office
7301 E. Second St., Suite 200
Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Ph: (480) 945-3300
Fax: (480) 945-3388
Mesa Office
1520 S. Dobson, Suite 218
Mesa, Arizona 85202
Ph: (480) 945-3300
Fax: (480) 945-3388
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Board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Patti Flint specializes in breast augmentation in Scottsdale and Mesa Arizona. She also performs a number cosmetic surgery procedures for the body, breast, face and skin including facelift, liposuction, breast reduction, tummytuck and a number of skin rejuvenation procedures.
