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It goes without saying that a cosmetic procedure that requires specific expertise and that discerning eye for beauty would come at certain expense. 

Some of you might ask why it would cost you that much? Here are some of the reasons why.

One of the primary reasons why a breast implant would usually take you back thousands of dollars are the quality of implants that will be used. A good quality breast implant made out of medical grade materials should be used in a reputable clinic.

However, with incidences such as those involving PIP implants, the clinics providing it were deemed to have been looking for ways to cut down on costs. They were using implants that are made out of materials mainly for industrial use. But the problem with that is they are also undermining the safety of the patients with these low grade products.  Read the latest news and research result on PIP breast implants.

So if you encounter a clinic that will quote you with a significantly low price, think twice before you sign up to it. A safe and good quality implant would always cost you more, because first of all it is less likely exposed to inadvertent ruptures and its accompanying adverse reactions.

The cost of the implants will also vary depending on the type which you prefer. It can either be cohesive gel implant, anatomical implants or the more popular Brazilian implants.

The physician’s fee is also another factor that increases the rate of breast augmentation surgery. A successful outcome would require the expertise of an experienced and highly trained surgeon. It should be your primary concern to choose a doctor who can give you a safe procedure and one that will leave you with desirable aesthetic results.

A doctor with excellent credentials, especially those who have carved a name for themselves in the industry would always give you a high price for their services. Also be on the lookout for those doctors who have shady reputations and offers you a price that seems so good to be true. It will be highly likely that you will be getting a botched result.

Also covered with the amount that you have to pay are the operations or theatre fee. This would include the payment for the use of the facilities, instruments, and the immediate recovery period. The asking price can vary for each clinic and location. But some association of surgeons agree on a fixed price.

The anesthesia fee is also something that you have to factor in. This will often be counted separately and this is expected to be rather pricey. One of the reasons why this is so is because it is a very critical job because it requires the skill, knowledge and good judgment of a certified anesthetist. In addition to that, the cost of your anesthesia is also included in this fee.

General anesthesia is what is usually used in a breast augmentation surgery, and this will be more expensive compared to a topical or a partial anesthestic.

On top of these costs is the separate fee for pre-surgical consultation. Although some already compute this together with operations cost. There are clinics that will have you pay for the consultation separately. This will usually not reach the thousands. In Australia for instance, the common asking price would be around the hundreds.

Everything mentioned above are just the cost of the operation itself. If you want to make sure that you have a safe and successful result, you should also have the budget for post-operative medications and other related expenses.

Therefore you have to be financially capable in order to pay for the entire surgical procedure (pre, intra, and post operatively). Please do not expose yourself to second rate surgeons who have questionable skills and workmanship. You must understand that a good breast augmentation surgery will always come at a price and that is because you are also ensuring quality.

But don’t rely simply on what a surgeon promises; also remember to do your research to find yourself the people and materials if you want the results which you most desire.

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Why Do Breast Implants Cost Much?


It goes without saying that a cosmetic procedure that requires specific expertise and that discerning eye for beauty would come at certain expense. 

Some of you might ask why it would cost you that much? Here are some of the reasons why.

One of the primary reasons why a breast implant would usually take you back thousands of dollars are the quality of implants that will be used. A good quality breast implant made out of medical grade materials should be used in a reputable clinic.

However, with incidences such as those involving PIP implants, the clinics providing it were deemed to have been looking for ways to cut down on costs. They were using implants that are made out of materials mainly for industrial use. But the problem with that is they are also undermining the safety of the patients with these low grade products.  Read the latest news and research result on PIP breast implants.

So if you encounter a clinic that will quote you with a significantly low price, think twice before you sign up to it. A safe and good quality implant would always cost you more, because first of all it is less likely exposed to inadvertent ruptures and its accompanying adverse reactions.

The cost of the implants will also vary depending on the type which you prefer. It can either be cohesive gel implant, anatomical implants or the more popular Brazilian implants.

The physician’s fee is also another factor that increases the rate of breast augmentation surgery. A successful outcome would require the expertise of an experienced and highly trained surgeon. It should be your primary concern to choose a doctor who can give you a safe procedure and one that will leave you with desirable aesthetic results.

A doctor with excellent credentials, especially those who have carved a name for themselves in the industry would always give you a high price for their services. Also be on the lookout for those doctors who have shady reputations and offers you a price that seems so good to be true. It will be highly likely that you will be getting a botched result.

Also covered with the amount that you have to pay are the operations or theatre fee. This would include the payment for the use of the facilities, instruments, and the immediate recovery period. The asking price can vary for each clinic and location. But some association of surgeons agree on a fixed price.

The anesthesia fee is also something that you have to factor in. This will often be counted separately and this is expected to be rather pricey. One of the reasons why this is so is because it is a very critical job because it requires the skill, knowledge and good judgment of a certified anesthetist. In addition to that, the cost of your anesthesia is also included in this fee.

General anesthesia is what is usually used in a breast augmentation surgery, and this will be more expensive compared to a topical or a partial anesthestic.

On top of these costs is the separate fee for pre-surgical consultation. Although some already compute this together with operations cost. There are clinics that will have you pay for the consultation separately. This will usually not reach the thousands. In Australia for instance, the common asking price would be around the hundreds.

Everything mentioned above are just the cost of the operation itself. If you want to make sure that you have a safe and successful result, you should also have the budget for post-operative medications and other related expenses.

Therefore you have to be financially capable in order to pay for the entire surgical procedure (pre, intra, and post operatively). Please do not expose yourself to second rate surgeons who have questionable skills and workmanship. You must understand that a good breast augmentation surgery will always come at a price and that is because you are also ensuring quality.

But don’t rely simply on what a surgeon promises; also remember to do your research to find yourself the people and materials if you want the results which you most desire.

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A mammogram is a procedure that uses low-dose x-ray energy to look for any physical changes inside the breasts. The results are then saved into a computer for the radiologist to examine.

Why is it important?

You might wonder why you would still need a mammogram when you can simply palpate for any hardening or lumps in your breasts. Unfortunately, this method does not really give accurate results and has very limited accuracy.

A mammogram provides a more detailed view of the breast especially the most little lumps that can be hard to feel on the outside. It can be done on women who have or don’t have any implants.

This procedure plays a significant role when detecting growths or lumps and finding out whether they are cancerous or benign. In fact most breast cancers have been detected through this type of breast screening.

Challenges

A mammogram is actually a simple procedure where your breast is placed in between two plates; one is an x-ray plate while the other is plastic. These plates are attached to a special x-ray machine and it then presses on the breast tissue to flatten it resulting to a clearer view of the internal structures.

Women who have tried it claim that a mammogram feels uncomfortable as if their breasts are tightly squeezed or pinched. The discomfort doesn’t have to last long because usually only two pictures of each breasts would have to be taken. The entire procedure can take at least 20 minutes from start to finish.

It becomes an entirely different picture when a woman has implants. It can be a little more challenging for the radiologist to distinguish the images more clearly because the implants can obscure the picture.

That is why women should mention this right away to their doctors or radiologists so that certain precautions can be made to ensure that proper imaging is done.

It is expected that the entire procedure will take longer for those who have implants since additional positioning would have to be done to properly capture the areas around the implants.

Some women express concern over the fact that they become more exposed to radiation, but they can put their worries to rest because the low dosage used for the length of the procedure does not create detrimental effects.

Others are also worried about the amount of pressure applied and how it can place the implants at risk for leaks or ruptures. For those who already have implants that have compromised covers share their fear that it could worsen the problem. Some are even concerned that it might change the shape of the implants. But there is no need to worry about this because once the radiologist is informed that you have breast implants, he will take extra care and certain positioning techniques to prevent any injury.

In addition to masses and lumps, mammograms done on women with implants can also detect calcification. These are calcium deposits that form within the breast tissue, particularly with silicone implants.

Women, who have breast implants in Australia, are urged to get regular screening every two years for those less than 40 years old, and yearly for those aging above 40. Mammograms allow early detection of breast cancer especially those that are still in its early stage.

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Can I Get a Mammogram After Breast Implants?


A mammogram is a procedure that uses low-dose x-ray energy to look for any physical changes inside the breasts. The results are then saved into a computer for the radiologist to examine.

Why is it important?

You might wonder why you would still need a mammogram when you can simply palpate for any hardening or lumps in your breasts. Unfortunately, this method does not really give accurate results and has very limited accuracy.

A mammogram provides a more detailed view of the breast especially the most little lumps that can be hard to feel on the outside. It can be done on women who have or don’t have any implants.

This procedure plays a significant role when detecting growths or lumps and finding out whether they are cancerous or benign. In fact most breast cancers have been detected through this type of breast screening.

Challenges

A mammogram is actually a simple procedure where your breast is placed in between two plates; one is an x-ray plate while the other is plastic. These plates are attached to a special x-ray machine and it then presses on the breast tissue to flatten it resulting to a clearer view of the internal structures.

Women who have tried it claim that a mammogram feels uncomfortable as if their breasts are tightly squeezed or pinched. The discomfort doesn’t have to last long because usually only two pictures of each breasts would have to be taken. The entire procedure can take at least 20 minutes from start to finish.

It becomes an entirely different picture when a woman has implants. It can be a little more challenging for the radiologist to distinguish the images more clearly because the implants can obscure the picture.

That is why women should mention this right away to their doctors or radiologists so that certain precautions can be made to ensure that proper imaging is done.

It is expected that the entire procedure will take longer for those who have implants since additional positioning would have to be done to properly capture the areas around the implants.

Some women express concern over the fact that they become more exposed to radiation, but they can put their worries to rest because the low dosage used for the length of the procedure does not create detrimental effects.

Others are also worried about the amount of pressure applied and how it can place the implants at risk for leaks or ruptures. For those who already have implants that have compromised covers share their fear that it could worsen the problem. Some are even concerned that it might change the shape of the implants. But there is no need to worry about this because once the radiologist is informed that you have breast implants, he will take extra care and certain positioning techniques to prevent any injury.

In addition to masses and lumps, mammograms done on women with implants can also detect calcification. These are calcium deposits that form within the breast tissue, particularly with silicone implants.

Women, who have breast implants in Australia, are urged to get regular screening every two years for those less than 40 years old, and yearly for those aging above 40. Mammograms allow early detection of breast cancer especially those that are still in its early stage.

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Permanent makeup or what is also known as cosmetic tattooing entails having to use dyes to color or to add more character to the eyebrows, eyes, and lips. With cosmetic tattooing done nowadays, usual services already includes areolar repigmentation and nipple restoration.

This beautifying practice is not something new in the cosmetic industry; in fact it has been around since the early 1900’s where vegetable dyes were injected beneath the topmost layer of the skin.

Cosmetic tattooing uses the art of micropigmentation and can be safely done by cosmetologists, cosmetic surgeons, and specially trained aestheticians. This by the way is an important factor that should be considered because someone who is not properly trained could give you with a poorly and permanently inked face.

With skilled hands and the eye for good aesthetics, cosmetic tattooing can perfect the brow, define the lips, and give the eyes more character. The outcome will vary depending on the color, the amount applied and the design. It certainly enhances your feature even without having to put on a dash of topical makeup – perfect for the woman on the go.

The procedure usually takes more than hour to finish since it requires careful precision to create that natural appearance that suite the person’s feature well.

The results immediately after application would be rather dark because of some color that remains at the upper layers of the skin. But it soon lightens to something more natural-looking over the weeks. How the long term effect will come to be depends on several factors. For instance constant sun exposure can eventually cause the color to fade much quickly. Sometimes the individual’s skin tone can also affect color change over time. A touch up procedure is often advised after a month’s time to maintain the outcome.

For the first few days after the procedure some might observes some crusting on the area that was tattooed. But this will just peel off on its own after a few days. Swelling is also a common reaction and will recede within 2-5 days. Therefore it would be advisable to schedule the procedure on a Friday to allow the swelling to subside over the weekend, and you no longer have to expose your puffy face and have anyone know that you have something done.

Permanent makeup may be mainly used for aesthetic purposes but it can also be a means to restore certain facial features that has been affected by disease, medications or treatments. Thyroid problems and chemotherapeutic agents can cause you to lose hair especially on your eyebrows. So, as a way to gain back confidence, cosmetic tattooing can help fill in those patches or create a totally new set of brows.

For those seniors who have rather shaky hands and poor eyesight, cosmetic tattooing will also allow them to have that color on their faces without having to go through all the trouble of applying some makeup.

Cosmetic tattooing also has its set of disadvantages that one must also consider. Poor results will always be apparent, and this can be caused by a lack of competence on the one performing it. There is also a risk for allergic reactions to the dyes used and infections from low quality and poorly sanitized equipment’s.

The cosmetic tattooing cost depends on the expertise of the one performing it, the place or area where it is performed, and the extent or number of procedures done.

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Permanent Makeup: Is it Worth a Try?


Permanent makeup or what is also known as cosmetic tattooing entails having to use dyes to color or to add more character to the eyebrows, eyes, and lips. With cosmetic tattooing done nowadays, usual services already includes areolar repigmentation and nipple restoration.

This beautifying practice is not something new in the cosmetic industry; in fact it has been around since the early 1900’s where vegetable dyes were injected beneath the topmost layer of the skin.

Cosmetic tattooing uses the art of micropigmentation and can be safely done by cosmetologists, cosmetic surgeons, and specially trained aestheticians. This by the way is an important factor that should be considered because someone who is not properly trained could give you with a poorly and permanently inked face.

With skilled hands and the eye for good aesthetics, cosmetic tattooing can perfect the brow, define the lips, and give the eyes more character. The outcome will vary depending on the color, the amount applied and the design. It certainly enhances your feature even without having to put on a dash of topical makeup – perfect for the woman on the go.

The procedure usually takes more than hour to finish since it requires careful precision to create that natural appearance that suite the person’s feature well.

The results immediately after application would be rather dark because of some color that remains at the upper layers of the skin. But it soon lightens to something more natural-looking over the weeks. How the long term effect will come to be depends on several factors. For instance constant sun exposure can eventually cause the color to fade much quickly. Sometimes the individual’s skin tone can also affect color change over time. A touch up procedure is often advised after a month’s time to maintain the outcome.

For the first few days after the procedure some might observes some crusting on the area that was tattooed. But this will just peel off on its own after a few days. Swelling is also a common reaction and will recede within 2-5 days. Therefore it would be advisable to schedule the procedure on a Friday to allow the swelling to subside over the weekend, and you no longer have to expose your puffy face and have anyone know that you have something done.

Permanent makeup may be mainly used for aesthetic purposes but it can also be a means to restore certain facial features that has been affected by disease, medications or treatments. Thyroid problems and chemotherapeutic agents can cause you to lose hair especially on your eyebrows. So, as a way to gain back confidence, cosmetic tattooing can help fill in those patches or create a totally new set of brows.

For those seniors who have rather shaky hands and poor eyesight, cosmetic tattooing will also allow them to have that color on their faces without having to go through all the trouble of applying some makeup.

Cosmetic tattooing also has its set of disadvantages that one must also consider. Poor results will always be apparent, and this can be caused by a lack of competence on the one performing it. There is also a risk for allergic reactions to the dyes used and infections from low quality and poorly sanitized equipment’s.

The cosmetic tattooing cost depends on the expertise of the one performing it, the place or area where it is performed, and the extent or number of procedures done.

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Lifestyle Adjustments

It is apparent why a woman would want to have breast enhancements done. Each has their individual reasons, but what these women should know is that there are lifestyle adjustments that have to be made.

The moment you decide that you want to make some changes to your breasts, you have look beyond the physical aspect of things. This is because it can also be affected in one way or another, be it socially, professionally, psychologically, and even your habits too.

What are the things that you have to consider aside from just deciding to go for a C or a double D?

Some women have breast implants because they want to feel better about themselves. An improved physique that is brought by these enhancements will make these ladies feel better about their body.

It even led most women to say that it actually improved their romantic life as it gives them better confidence to date. Studies even showed that women observed an improvement in their sex life after breast augmentation surgery.

But if you want to make sure that you are actually given a good pair of breasts after surgery, make sure that you trust a highly competent, board-certified and experienced surgeon. There are numerous cases where women are getting botched results and even serious complications due to poor quality procedures given by incompetent surgeons.

So instead of augmenting confidence, it only gave these women a reason to feel bad about their decisions.

Having breast implants were also reported by some women to improve their chances in the professional field. But is also your responsibility that you wear appropriate clothing so as not to give undue attention to your chest.

You must also think hard about it because there will be instances where breast implants, especially those that are too big, can give an unprofessional impression on others. Make sure that you also get ones that are appropriate for your size and not too overpowering. Not unless if you would be working at Hooters, but that’s another story.

It is also important that when you get a breast augmentation done, you need to come to terms with the fact that there are limitations. You must know what is form-enhancing and what is downright ridiculous.

That is why, when deciding over the size of the breast implants you choose to have, you must pick one that is just right for your body type. You need to be realistic with your decisions because you don’t want to be a laughingstock or the object of incredulous second glances, would you?

You must also know that as part of having breast implants, it is important that you commit to regular check-ups. These are very vital to the integrity of your implants, and most of all, your safety. Through these check-ups will you be undergoing mammograms to check for any complications that may be undetected to palpation or direct observation.

Your habits may also have to be tweaked to accommodate your breast implants. No, they don’t have to be drastic changes, but minor ones like ensuring that you wear jogging bras when doing exercise or when going out for a run. They not only keep your breasts perky but it also improves comfort.

Your sleeping positions may also have to be adjusted a bit, especially during the immediate days following surgery. This will be a challenge particularly for those who are stomach sleepers.

So if you before you sign that consent form, make sure that you think these factors through. Don’t just imagine the shape and the form of your soon-to-be breasts but think about how it can affect your life in general.

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Life After Having Breast Augmentation


Lifestyle Adjustments

It is apparent why a woman would want to have breast enhancements done. Each has their individual reasons, but what these women should know is that there are lifestyle adjustments that have to be made.

The moment you decide that you want to make some changes to your breasts, you have look beyond the physical aspect of things. This is because it can also be affected in one way or another, be it socially, professionally, psychologically, and even your habits too.

What are the things that you have to consider aside from just deciding to go for a C or a double D?

Some women have breast implants because they want to feel better about themselves. An improved physique that is brought by these enhancements will make these ladies feel better about their body.

It even led most women to say that it actually improved their romantic life as it gives them better confidence to date. Studies even showed that women observed an improvement in their sex life after breast augmentation surgery.

But if you want to make sure that you are actually given a good pair of breasts after surgery, make sure that you trust a highly competent, board-certified and experienced surgeon. There are numerous cases where women are getting botched results and even serious complications due to poor quality procedures given by incompetent surgeons.

So instead of augmenting confidence, it only gave these women a reason to feel bad about their decisions.

Having breast implants were also reported by some women to improve their chances in the professional field. But is also your responsibility that you wear appropriate clothing so as not to give undue attention to your chest.

You must also think hard about it because there will be instances where breast implants, especially those that are too big, can give an unprofessional impression on others. Make sure that you also get ones that are appropriate for your size and not too overpowering. Not unless if you would be working at Hooters, but that’s another story.

It is also important that when you get a breast augmentation done, you need to come to terms with the fact that there are limitations. You must know what is form-enhancing and what is downright ridiculous.

That is why, when deciding over the size of the breast implants you choose to have, you must pick one that is just right for your body type. You need to be realistic with your decisions because you don’t want to be a laughingstock or the object of incredulous second glances, would you?

You must also know that as part of having breast implants, it is important that you commit to regular check-ups. These are very vital to the integrity of your implants, and most of all, your safety. Through these check-ups will you be undergoing mammograms to check for any complications that may be undetected to palpation or direct observation.

Your habits may also have to be tweaked to accommodate your breast implants. No, they don’t have to be drastic changes, but minor ones like ensuring that you wear jogging bras when doing exercise or when going out for a run. They not only keep your breasts perky but it also improves comfort.

Your sleeping positions may also have to be adjusted a bit, especially during the immediate days following surgery. This will be a challenge particularly for those who are stomach sleepers.

So if you before you sign that consent form, make sure that you think these factors through. Don’t just imagine the shape and the form of your soon-to-be breasts but think about how it can affect your life in general.

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If you are an exercise junkie who also desires a shapelier bust, you should be thinking by now that breast implants can certainly create some changes in your routine. So, for those of you who have concerns about it, here are some common questions that might help you through it.

1. How will exercise affect breast implants in the long run?

Exercise can affect the breast implants over time especially if they are placed under the muscle. It can have an effect on the shape of the breast, and this is also a major factor in determining the longevity of the breast augmentation outcome.

2. Will under the muscle exercises affect my workouts?

Implants that are placed under the muscle will not interfere with your workouts, however contraction of the pectoralis muscles will cause these implants to firm up and become distorted. Implant movement will be visible during chest exercises and can be rather disturbing. That is why this is not performed on bodybuilders who pose or athletes.

3. Is it okay to exercise the chest muscles after breast implants?

You can perform chest exercises once the pectoral muscles have fully healed. This would be around two to three months after the surgery. Aside from the fact that this is the usual time for the incisions to heal, it is also a good time frame for the pockets around the implants to mature. It would be best to take it slow at first because you will feel some pain and discomfort

4. Can push-ups cause capsular contractures?

Push-ups are not usually the cause for capsular contractures, not unless they cause ruptures or internal bleeding. A hematoma can create contractures, and this is only possible if you are performing the exercises too early.

5. Can push-ups or pull-ups cause the implants to rupture?

Any type of exercise cannot cause your implants to rupture. They are made durably that it can withstand the pressure. Although over the course of time, it will be subjected to wear and tear and could possibly rupture. But if they do, it will never be your fault. Only a blunt trauma could cause an implant rupture aside from the usual wear and tear. And this has to be created by a significant force.

6. Can certain exercises cause breast implants to spread apart?

If you just had your breast implants, you should wait for least three months before doing any exercises. You must also avoid lying on your stomach for early on the recovery. After this healing period, any type of exercise will no longer create any disadvantage on the position of the implants.

7. My breast implants move inside the breast pocket as I exercise what should I make of this?

This should not cause alarm, and it only goes to show that there is a laxity on the skin envelope of the breast. If you feel that the movement is too much, talk to your surgeon about this. Another way to avoid this problem is to wear an appropriate exercise bra for good support.

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Advice for Exercise After Breast Augmentation?


If you are an exercise junkie who also desires a shapelier bust, you should be thinking by now that breast implants can certainly create some changes in your routine. So, for those of you who have concerns about it, here are some common questions that might help you through it.

1. How will exercise affect breast implants in the long run?

Exercise can affect the breast implants over time especially if they are placed under the muscle. It can have an effect on the shape of the breast, and this is also a major factor in determining the longevity of the breast augmentation outcome.

2. Will under the muscle exercises affect my workouts?

Implants that are placed under the muscle will not interfere with your workouts, however contraction of the pectoralis muscles will cause these implants to firm up and become distorted. Implant movement will be visible during chest exercises and can be rather disturbing. That is why this is not performed on bodybuilders who pose or athletes.

3. Is it okay to exercise the chest muscles after breast implants?

You can perform chest exercises once the pectoral muscles have fully healed. This would be around two to three months after the surgery. Aside from the fact that this is the usual time for the incisions to heal, it is also a good time frame for the pockets around the implants to mature. It would be best to take it slow at first because you will feel some pain and discomfort

4. Can push-ups cause capsular contractures?

Push-ups are not usually the cause for capsular contractures, not unless they cause ruptures or internal bleeding. A hematoma can create contractures, and this is only possible if you are performing the exercises too early.

5. Can push-ups or pull-ups cause the implants to rupture?

Any type of exercise cannot cause your implants to rupture. They are made durably that it can withstand the pressure. Although over the course of time, it will be subjected to wear and tear and could possibly rupture. But if they do, it will never be your fault. Only a blunt trauma could cause an implant rupture aside from the usual wear and tear. And this has to be created by a significant force.

6. Can certain exercises cause breast implants to spread apart?

If you just had your breast implants, you should wait for least three months before doing any exercises. You must also avoid lying on your stomach for early on the recovery. After this healing period, any type of exercise will no longer create any disadvantage on the position of the implants.

7. My breast implants move inside the breast pocket as I exercise what should I make of this?

This should not cause alarm, and it only goes to show that there is a laxity on the skin envelope of the breast. If you feel that the movement is too much, talk to your surgeon about this. Another way to avoid this problem is to wear an appropriate exercise bra for good support.

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Growing up we were taught to love ourselves simply the way we were made. But with the severity of bullying nowadays, this seems to change. For those young kids who have been struck with physical deformities and relentlessly been making fun of, cosmetic surgery becomes a new solution. The Little Baby Face Foundation (LBFF) makes it possible for these children to live a life that is free from teasing and taunting.

Nadia Ilse is a 14 year old girl from Georgia who had been bullied since she was a kid due to her awkward ears. What she had were a pair that seemingly grew out of proportion relative to her face. This led her to be nicknamed as “Dumbo” or “elephant ears” by her classmates.

To Nadia, all those teasing were so hurtful that it led her to shy away from socializing with people. She even begged her mom to get her an otoplasty (a corrective ear-pinning surgery) when she was ten. Unfortunately due to the hefty price tag her mom was not able to afford her this surgery, seeing the pain and trauma that her daughter is also going through.

I believe that every mother’s who is thinking of getting ears pinned back for their children could benefit from reading: Stop the Teasing! Otoplasty Surgery in Children

Fortunately after searching on the internet, her mom found out about Little Baby Face Foundation (LBFF). It is a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Thomas Romo III and Lauralouise Duffy-Blatt back in 2002. It aims to transform the lives of young children who are battling the emotional trauma caused by physical deformities through free cosmetic surgery. And since its founding, they have helped over 150 children across America.

When Nadia’s application was granted, she and her mother were flown to New York to have the surgery that she needed with Dr. Romo III. On consultation, the surgeon saw that aside from correcting the protrusion of the ears, Nadia also needed some improvement done on her nose. And to balance it out, he also deemed it fit to create some changes to her chin.

So overall she was to undergo three cosmetic surgeries, an otoplasty, a reduction rhinoplasty and a mentoplasty. The total cost of this procedure was around $40,000, and Nadia luckily got it all for free.

The surgery went without a hitch, and today, in an interview with CNN Nadia dons better confidence with the way that her face has improved. The four hour operation has helped her to end all those years of bullying, and feel better about herself.

The surgeries gave her a more symmetrical look, and even correct a deviated septum and improve which allowed her to breathe more properly. It also gave her a more defined jawline.

The results were indeed amazing, given that they were made possible by experienced surgeons and industry professionals. According to their website, they organize their surgeries to make sure that the invasiveness is minimized.

Since some children require multiple procedures, the surgeons at the foundation would also come up with a plan to make it possible for these to be done in one session. This is to cut back on the number of times that the child has to be hospitalized.

After 72 hours after her surgery, Nadia went back to the clinic to have her bandages removed. Although she is still a bit swollen, she is already happy with what she sees.

Cosmetic surgery has indeed changed her life, and it made her able to fit in and not constantly singled out by taunts and names due to her unique appearance. This opportunity has indeed given these children a better quality of life, considering the emotional scars that bullying creates.

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Corrective Ear-Pinning Surgery for Bullied Kids


Growing up we were taught to love ourselves simply the way we were made. But with the severity of bullying nowadays, this seems to change. For those young kids who have been struck with physical deformities and relentlessly been making fun of, cosmetic surgery becomes a new solution. The Little Baby Face Foundation (LBFF) makes it possible for these children to live a life that is free from teasing and taunting.

Nadia Ilse is a 14 year old girl from Georgia who had been bullied since she was a kid due to her awkward ears. What she had were a pair that seemingly grew out of proportion relative to her face. This led her to be nicknamed as “Dumbo” or “elephant ears” by her classmates.

To Nadia, all those teasing were so hurtful that it led her to shy away from socializing with people. She even begged her mom to get her an otoplasty (a corrective ear-pinning surgery) when she was ten. Unfortunately due to the hefty price tag her mom was not able to afford her this surgery, seeing the pain and trauma that her daughter is also going through.

I believe that every mother’s who is thinking of getting ears pinned back for their children could benefit from reading: Stop the Teasing! Otoplasty Surgery in Children

Fortunately after searching on the internet, her mom found out about Little Baby Face Foundation (LBFF). It is a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Thomas Romo III and Lauralouise Duffy-Blatt back in 2002. It aims to transform the lives of young children who are battling the emotional trauma caused by physical deformities through free cosmetic surgery. And since its founding, they have helped over 150 children across America.

When Nadia’s application was granted, she and her mother were flown to New York to have the surgery that she needed with Dr. Romo III. On consultation, the surgeon saw that aside from correcting the protrusion of the ears, Nadia also needed some improvement done on her nose. And to balance it out, he also deemed it fit to create some changes to her chin.

So overall she was to undergo three cosmetic surgeries, an otoplasty, a reduction rhinoplasty and a mentoplasty. The total cost of this procedure was around $40,000, and Nadia luckily got it all for free.

The surgery went without a hitch, and today, in an interview with CNN Nadia dons better confidence with the way that her face has improved. The four hour operation has helped her to end all those years of bullying, and feel better about herself.

The surgeries gave her a more symmetrical look, and even correct a deviated septum and improve which allowed her to breathe more properly. It also gave her a more defined jawline.

The results were indeed amazing, given that they were made possible by experienced surgeons and industry professionals. According to their website, they organize their surgeries to make sure that the invasiveness is minimized.

Since some children require multiple procedures, the surgeons at the foundation would also come up with a plan to make it possible for these to be done in one session. This is to cut back on the number of times that the child has to be hospitalized.

After 72 hours after her surgery, Nadia went back to the clinic to have her bandages removed. Although she is still a bit swollen, she is already happy with what she sees.

Cosmetic surgery has indeed changed her life, and it made her able to fit in and not constantly singled out by taunts and names due to her unique appearance. This opportunity has indeed given these children a better quality of life, considering the emotional scars that bullying creates.

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If you think that only women go for some face tweaking, then you better think twice.

The trend in today’s facial enhancement demographic is that more guys are coming in for these services. A lot of men are finding dermal fillers to be beneficial for them, which led doctors to dub it as the Bro-tox.

But what are the reasons that drive these men to do so? Is vanity catching up with them? Or do they see something beneficial in it when it comes to other aspects in their life?

Statistics show that men have increasingly demanded for this procedure over the years. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), in a ten year study that they conducted from 2000-2010, 336,864 men have had the surgery done.

With the amount of stress that a lot of men are subjected to nowadays they have a larger tendency to develop wrinkles. Quite unfortunately these wrinkles are making guys look older and more stressed out than they really are.

Some say that they opt to have some filler injected into their faces to give themselves a more rejuvenated appearance. Bro-tox, as they claim, can make them look relaxed. Adding to that, some also say that wrinkles can also make them look angry.

That is why men wanted to get their Bro-tox on because these make them look more approachable and friendly. This is considered to be an advantage in dating and in their careers as well. It makes them look more becoming as opposed to those strained facial expressions.

The usual clients are those who are in their early thirties who are already showing signs of stress on their faces. Those who have just recently gotten divorced and guys who are entering middle age and still vying for a competitive position at work can find this treatment very beneficial.

Researchers claim that most men do not get these procedures for the purpose of trying to look young, although some may have these reasons. But most men get the Bro-tox in order to improve how they come off when it comes to interacting with others.

With these less invasive treatments that don’t even cause significant pain, they are finding this to be a highly preferable solution. The results can last about three to six months, which would have to be retouched again if you want to maintain the look. If ever it results to a poor outcome, the good thing here is that it will not be permanent.

But there is no reason to be really worried about this aesthetic treatment because the complications are minimal. It includes slight redness on the injection site, bruising, and bumps.

However, you can only make sure that you only get a milder level of complications if you entrust a trained and certified doctor or aesthetician. Not everyone is equipped with the knowledge or expertise to perform the procedure successfully, which is why it leads to poor results in some cases.

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Bro-tox Now Becomes a Rising Trend


If you think that only women go for some face tweaking, then you better think twice.

The trend in today’s facial enhancement demographic is that more guys are coming in for these services. A lot of men are finding dermal fillers to be beneficial for them, which led doctors to dub it as the Bro-tox.

But what are the reasons that drive these men to do so? Is vanity catching up with them? Or do they see something beneficial in it when it comes to other aspects in their life?

Statistics show that men have increasingly demanded for this procedure over the years. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), in a ten year study that they conducted from 2000-2010, 336,864 men have had the surgery done.

With the amount of stress that a lot of men are subjected to nowadays they have a larger tendency to develop wrinkles. Quite unfortunately these wrinkles are making guys look older and more stressed out than they really are.

Some say that they opt to have some filler injected into their faces to give themselves a more rejuvenated appearance. Bro-tox, as they claim, can make them look relaxed. Adding to that, some also say that wrinkles can also make them look angry.

That is why men wanted to get their Bro-tox on because these make them look more approachable and friendly. This is considered to be an advantage in dating and in their careers as well. It makes them look more becoming as opposed to those strained facial expressions.

The usual clients are those who are in their early thirties who are already showing signs of stress on their faces. Those who have just recently gotten divorced and guys who are entering middle age and still vying for a competitive position at work can find this treatment very beneficial.

Researchers claim that most men do not get these procedures for the purpose of trying to look young, although some may have these reasons. But most men get the Bro-tox in order to improve how they come off when it comes to interacting with others.

With these less invasive treatments that don’t even cause significant pain, they are finding this to be a highly preferable solution. The results can last about three to six months, which would have to be retouched again if you want to maintain the look. If ever it results to a poor outcome, the good thing here is that it will not be permanent.

But there is no reason to be really worried about this aesthetic treatment because the complications are minimal. It includes slight redness on the injection site, bruising, and bumps.

However, you can only make sure that you only get a milder level of complications if you entrust a trained and certified doctor or aesthetician. Not everyone is equipped with the knowledge or expertise to perform the procedure successfully, which is why it leads to poor results in some cases.

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