If you’re thinking about breast augmentation surgery, you probably have questions and concerns you want to discuss first. This is one of my most important jobs as a plastic surgeon. Over 30+ years in practice, I’ve seen first-hand the critical importance of patient education and the tremendous difference open communication makes in the surgical experience. …
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When it comes to breast reduction, it’s natural to want things to go according to plan. You want everything to be right — the right procedure, the right surgeon, a smooth recovery and results that meet, or surpass, your expectations. Part of that puzzle is finding the right time for your surgery. You want to…
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Breast augmentation is an individualized procedure. Every woman is unique, and there are many options when it comes to breast implants including the type, placement, incision site, and most of all, breast implant size. The process of increasing the size of your breasts is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming, which is why our…
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Women of many ages qualify for breast augmentation, but the minimum age for saline implants is 18 years old and 22 years old for silicone implants unless there’s a medical need for breast surgery. These are the most common ages of women who undergo breast augmentation each year. If you’re interested in breast augmentation or…
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In 2017, the plastic surgery industry saw increases across nearly every procedure. In fact, according to recent stats from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, both surgical and minimally-invasive procedures as a whole increased two percent over 2016 in the U.S. Breast augmentations continue to rise as well with over 300,000 procedures performed in 2017,…
Read MoreDeciding to undergo breast augmentation surgery is in itself a big decision but that’s not the only choice you’ll need to make. There are many important choices that will need to be made to get the results you desire. Fortunately, at New Image Plastic Surgery, our board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roberta Gartside has extensive experience…
Read MoreFor over 10 years, breast augmentation has been the number one plastic surgery procedure in the U.S. At New Image Plastic Surgery Associates, PLC, our board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roberta Gartside has extensive experience performing this procedure and works with you each step of the way to produce the results you desire to look and…
Read MoreThere are many reasons why women may consider having breast augmentation surgery. Whether it’s due to the size, shape, or volume of the breasts, our board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roberta Gartside can help you get the results your desire. Take our quiz below to see if breast augmentation surgery may be the right procedure for…
Read MoreTo help celebrate Patient Safety Awareness Week, which takes place this year March 12 through March 18, we are looking at the safety of breast implants, and what you need to know to determine which type of breast implant is right for you. When considering breast augmentation, it’s important to keep certain safety aspects of…
Read MoreBreasts are one of the most important aspects of femininity. When you’re breasts are too small, too large, irregularly shaped or are sagging, your appearance may impact your self-confidence. So how, exactly, can you improve the appearance of your breasts? Breast surgery may be the right answer for you. However, before you opt for breast…
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