Many women considering implant removal want to know what their breasts will look like afterward. When implants are removed, the breast tissue may appear deflated, loose, or saggy depending on skin elasticity, age, and implant size. For many patients, combining…
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Why Breast Implants Shift Over Time (& How Revision Fixes It)
Breast implants are long lasting, but they are not designed to stay in the exact same position forever. Over time, natural aging, changes in skin elasticity, capsular changes, and gravity can cause implants to shift, drop, or sit differently on…
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Double Bubble vs. Capsular Contracture: What’s the Difference?
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures, but like any surgery, complications can occur. Two of the most misunderstood postoperative issues are double bubble and capsular contracture. Although they may look similar to patients, they stem from…
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How Revision Surgery Corrects Double Bubble After Breast Augmentation
A double bubble deformity can be distressing for breast augmentation patients, especially when it affects symmetry or confidence. The good news is that double bubble is highly correctable with the right revision approach. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides…
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Preparing for Breast Implant Surgery: Pre-Op Checklist
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures worldwide, but success starts long before the operating room. Preparation is key to ensuring safe surgery, smooth recovery, and the best possible results. Here’s a comprehensive pre-op checklist to help…
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Nipple & Areola Adjustments During Breast Augmentation
When most people think about breast augmentation, they imagine implants adding volume and reshaping the breasts. But for many patients, achieving the most natural, balanced results also involves paying attention to the nipples and areolas. Adjustments in this area can…
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Can a Breast Lift Improve Asymmetry?
Breast asymmetry is one of the most common concerns women have about their appearance. In fact, nearly all women have some degree of difference between their breasts—whether in size, shape, nipple position, or projection. While small differences are completely normal,…
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Can a Tummy Tuck Give You an Hourglass Figure?
An “hourglass figure” is often described as a balanced, curvy shape with a defined waist, proportionate bust, and rounded hips. While genetics play a major role in determining your natural proportions, certain cosmetic procedures can help enhance your waistline and…
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Will Breast Revision Leave More Scarring?
If you’re considering breast revision surgery—whether to replace implants, correct complications, or refine your original results—it’s natural to wonder about scarring. Many patients want to know if the procedure will leave additional scars beyond those from their first surgery. While…
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Can Breast Revision Fix Rippling or Wrinkling?
Breast implants can provide beautiful, long-lasting results, but over time, some patients may notice visible rippling or wrinkling on the surface of their breasts. This can affect the overall look and feel of the results, especially in patients with thin…
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