Breast Augmentation and Liposuction Blog - Dr. Bottger

Springtime is a time of renewal as people begin to shed their heavy winter clothing and start to enjoy the beautiful sunshine. Just as the trees and flowers embark on their blooming and growth patterns, so do many people elect to have cosmetic surgery procedures during the spring months.

Why is spring cosmetic surgery so popular?

We all know that once spring has sprung, summer is close behind. Summer is equated with lighter, smaller clothing options, revealing bathing suits and outdoor gatherings with family and friends. By undergoing plastic surgery in the spring, patients will be prepared to look and feel their absolute best during the summer months.

What types of springtime surgeries are popular?

Virtually any type of plastic surgery can help people gain or regain self-confidence and feel more comfortable in their bodies. Dr. Bottger routinely provides a variety of cosmetic surgery procedures to patients in the spring including:

• Liposuction
  
• Tummy tucks
  
• Breast augmentation/lifts
  
• Male and female breast reduction
  
• Thigh or arm lifts
  
• BOTOX® or facial fillers
  
• Laser skin resurfacing
  
• Facelifts or other facial procedures
  

If you are interested in reshaping or enhancing any part of your face or body, please contact Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware cosmetic surgeon Dr. Bottger for a plastic surgery consultation.

Any time you schedule a mammogram appointment, one of the first questions the office should ask is whether or not you have breast implants. This is an important question because breast implants can affect both the mammogram results as well as how the mammogram is performed.

Problems surrounding mammograms on implants

• Tumors can be hidden from view by implants
  
• Cancerous changes may go undetected
  
• There is a slight risk of implant rupture
  
• The images may be difficult to interpret
  

All women should get yearly mammograms after age 40. However, if you are considering breast augmentation and you are under age 40, it may be beneficial to have an early baseline mammogram to ensure that the pre-operative breasts are healthy. These baseline pre-implant results can be compared with future mammogram results on the breasts with implants. This may help radiologists detect any inconsistencies or tumors that would have otherwise been missed.

With our without implants, mammograms are one of the best ways to identify early stages of breast cancer and help increase a woman’s chance of survival.

To learn more about breast implants and mammograms, please contact Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware cosmetic surgeon Dr. Bottger for a free breast augmentation consultation.

Women considering breast augmentation have many different decisions to make prior to surgery. Detailed consultations with an experienced cosmetic surgeon like Philadelphia, Pennsylvania cosmetic surgeon Dr. Bottger will help patients determine:

• Which type of implant to use: silicone or saline
• Where to place the implant: under the breast tissue or under the chest wall/pectoralis muscle
• Where the incision will be placed
• What size of implant to choose

Because each woman is unique and has different expectations for the final result following breast augmentation, finding the perfect breast implant size is not an exact science. However, Dr. Bottger utilizes a variety of methods to help guide each patient toward making the right decision.

Methods

• Before and after photos: Dr. Bottger has performed breast augmentation on hundreds of patients with different body types. Viewing photos of similar bodies can help new patients get an idea of how the surgery will enhance their own bodies.
• Measuring breast dimensions: These measurements will show what size(s) of implants will be most aesthetically pleasing on the new patient’s body frame.
• Implant sizers: Different sized implants placed in bras are worn by the patient to simulate how the new breasts will look in regular clothing.

In short, there is no “perfect” breast implant size. If you are considering changing your appearance through breast augmentation, please contact our office today for a breast enlargement consultation.

Most people use the terms “plastic surgery” and “cosmetic surgery” interchangeably. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons explains that “the word ‘plastic’ in ‘plastic surgery’ does not mean ‘artificial,’ but is derived from the ancient Greek word ‘plasticos,’ which means to mold or give form.”

The umbrella term “plastic surgery” encompasses both cosmetic surgery as well as reconstructive surgery. These terms can be defined as:

• Cosmetic surgery: elective procedures that a person chooses to alter his or her outward appearance. Examples include breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks, injectable fillers, etc.
• Reconstructive surgery: necessary surgical procedures to help improve or restore normal functions or create a normal outward appearance for a person. Examples of reconstructive scenarios include cleft-lip, hand or other deformities; growths; lacerations; etc.

Unfortunately, virtually any doctor can hang a plastic surgeon sign on his door and perform these intricate surgeries, even though he or she has not undergone the proper training and received the appropriate certifications.

Before undergoing any type of plastic surgery procedure, do your research. Make sure that the surgeon you choose is:

• Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
• A member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• A member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania cosmetic surgeon Dr. Bottger is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon who has helped hundreds of patients achieve the face and body they desire. If you would like to learn more about the different cosmetic surgery options available, please contact our office for an initial cosmetic surgery consultation.