Category Archives: Breast Augmentation
Capsulectomy
Capsulectomy is a corrective surgery that involves removal of the capsule surrounding a breast implant following capsular contracture. I’m often asked if I charge for…
Capsular Contracture
Capsular contracture is a complication that can occur with breast implants even when surgery has been performed flawlessly. It can occur at any time but…
Breast Implant Placement
Did you know that you have a choice in breast implant placement? Breast implants can either be placed or above the pectoralis muscle and beneath…
Q&A With Dr McCluskey: Breast Lift Incisions
Here at the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta we are always excited to answer any questions you may have! A woman reached out to us…
My Breast Augmentation Experience
One of our patients kindly decided to describe her breast augmentation experience at the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta. “I debated for years before I…
Breast Implant Placement
Breast implant placement has a huge effect on the final results of a breast augmentation surgery. Patients have a choice between submuscular (below the pectoral…
Breast Lift (Augmentation Mastopexy)
Breast lifts (or Augmentation-Mastopexy) are common among women who have lost the youthful shape of their breasts for a number of reasons. This could be…
Cohesive Gel “Gummy Bear” Breast Implants
“Gummy bear” implants were recently approved by the FDA and provide a more cohesive silicone gel implant compared with traditional silicone breast implants. This firmer…
Silicone Vs Saline: How To Choose The Right Breast Implants For You
Choosing between the two competing types of breast implants can be a difficult task, but help is at hand! At the Plastic Surgery Institute of…
Anatomical Breast Implants
There is no shortage of options available when it comes to breast implants, so at the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta we think it’s important…