Breast

When making the decision to undergo any kind of surgery, there are a lot of questions to ask and a lot of things to think about. And of course, this applies to breast augmentation as well.

Are you considering having your breast implants removed?

If you have decided to have a breast augmentation, the next logical thing to decide on is how big you would like your breasts to be – but this can be a diffi

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this could mean different things to different people. It may be a reminder to women to check their breasts and take care of themselves; it may be a time to celebrate survival; or, it may be a time to show your support for a woman in your life who is going through the disease right now.

There could be many possible reasons why you are no longer happy with breast implants that you got years ago – it happens more often than you might expect. But what is important is that you know you don’t have to live with breast implants if you don’t want them anymore.

When you first had breast augmentation surgery, you were likely advised to have your implants replaced in 10 to 15 years. When that time comes, many patients choose to have their old breast implants exchanged for new ones. Another option, one that has become increasingly popular, is to remove breast implants altogether.

The time before breast augmentation is usually filled with a great deal of excitement. In our office, we enjoy seeing the anticipation in our patients as we work together to make considerate choices regarding the type, size, and shape of implants that are right for them. In spite of the time that is spent prior to surgery, some patients eventually choose to have their breast implants removed.

As someone considering breast surgery, you have several choices. In some cases, breast surgeries can even be combined to provide ideal results, such as an augmentation combined with a lift. Dr. David Bogue is an experienced plastic surgeon who can help you decide if breast surgery is right for you.

Experienced plastic surgeons guide their patients through the various breast implant features, helping them choose the breast implants that will lead to the most natural-feeling results for their specific body and skin qualities. Dr. David Bogue is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has been providing breast surgery for well over a decade. His medical education and training started even farther back. He puts all of his experience to work as he helps you decide whether breast augmentation will provide the results you expect.