September 8, 2014 8:19 pm
Published by Dr. Patti Flint
Each patient I consult with regarding breast augmentation has a hurdle or two they must overcome to allow them to undergo the procedure and obtain the results they desire. For some, it’s the post-operative recovery... Read the full post
April 25, 2012 3:03 pm
Published by Dr. Patti Flint
Once you have made the decision that you would like to pursue breast augmentation, it is important to learn about your implant options. The amount of information available can be overwhelming, so I will try... Read the full post
April 24, 2012 8:17 pm
Published by Dr. Patti Flint
When women consult with me about breast augmentation, they frequently have many questions about what type of implants I prefer. In some cases, patients present with fairly significant biases for or against one type of... Read the full post
April 24, 2012 4:10 pm
Published by Dr. Patti Flint
Earlier this week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that they have identified cases of a rare form of lymphoma in some women with breast implants. It is called anaplastic large cell lymphoma or... Read the full post
April 24, 2012 3:58 pm
Published by Dr. Patti Flint
Breast augmentation is currently the most common aesthetic procedure performed. In my practice, I use silicone gel implants the vast majority of the time. I prefer them over saline because they are much softer and... Read the full post
April 23, 2012 8:56 pm
Published by Dr. Patti Flint
Many women who see me in consultation tell me their breasts looked good until they had children. Breastfeeding can lead to undesirable changes. Certainly, childbearing and breastfeeding are wonderfully positive experiences, but it doesn’t seem... Read the full post
April 23, 2012 8:24 pm
Published by Dr. Patti Flint
Many athletic women are lean and consequently have small breasts. It is common for these women to feel as if breast implants might negatively impact their performance or enjoyment of their sport. However, that is... Read the full post