Secrets to Breast Augmentation Success

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If you’re thinking about having breast augmentation, the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure, it’s important to carefully consider everything from sizing and proportion to implantBreast Augmentation Success options to recovery and aftercare. Here are a few of the secrets to breast augmentation success:

  • Proper sizing of your implants is a crucial step in achieving a successful outcome. Purchase a bra that you want to fill upon completion of the surgery. Take the bra to the doctor’s office prior to surgery and try different size implants with different types of clothing.
  • Pick out photographs from the Internet or magazines to demonstrate the size you prefer. It will be helpful to pick out one too large, one too small, and one as close as possible to the ideal size.
  • Think about your specific body type. Picking an implant size that is too large for your frame will make them look unnatural, and it may be more likely that they may start to sag prematurely.
  • Take advantage of the amazing technology available that lets you “try on” your new look before surgery. The online 3D Visualizer by Mentor at loveyourlook.com/visualizer/ uses a photo of yourself to create an example of how breast implants may transform your body. Also, the Mentor Volume Sizing System allows you to try on contoured inserts in various volumes and sizes during your consultation.
  • Use the “rice test” at home to experiment with sizing. Fill a zipper bag with rice and place beneath your bra to see how it looks. This also allows you to understand how that extra weight feels on your chest and shoulders.
  • Make sure you understand the qualities and pros and cons of each type of implant. Saline implants are filled with saline, typically at the time of surgery; they tend to feel firmer than silicone implants. Silicone implants are prefilled with silicone gel, which is a thick, sticky fluid that mimics the feel of natural tissue.
  • Your individual muscle stiffness or looseness is important to consider when choosing implant type. In most cases, there is little to no discernible difference between the appearance of breasts augmented with saline versus silicone, but there could be a slightly greater chance of visible rippling or wrinkling with saline implants. The chances of this are reduced when implants are inserted under the pectoral muscle.
  • Immediately after surgery, you may not be able to raise arms above the head, but you probably will be able to do most things unassisted by the second day. Patients can usually return to a desk job five to seven days after the procedure. Two weeks may be required for jobs that require exertion, such as food server or flight attendant.
  • Much of the success of and recovery depends on taking the proper steps for excellent aftercare. Doing the right types of stretches and massage techniques consistently following the procedure is crucial.
  • Wear a good, high-quality sports bra after surgery. It should have plenty of structural support and you should wear it every day during the weeks after surgery.

 

 

 

It’s difficult enough to gather all the information needed to make the right decision for you regarding cosmetic surgery without having to sort through all the confusing misconceptions and myths that are out there! Everything ranging from rumors that an airline flight will cause breast implants to pop to the misguided idea that the sun will melt a nose implant after rhinoplasty. Sometimes the Internet is not our friend when it comes to getting reliable information. Here’s some great information from EmaxHealth.com to help separate the facts from fiction.

Myth: Plastic surgery is a luxury only the wealthy can afford.

Fact: As with any other lifestyle choice, the average person may have to save and budget for it, but it’s within reach. What most patients have in common is not their wealth, but that they want to feel good about their appearance and understand that treatments are available to address their concerns. Payment options are available for patients such as plans, financing, partial prepayment, etc. This helps make plastic surgery much more mainstream, and not only reserved for the super wealthy.

Myth: Plastic surgery is unsafe.

Fact: Since patients having plastic surgery are having a purely elective procedure, reputable plastic surgeons usually will insist that the patient have a full medical clearance to ensure the patient is medically cleared for surgery. Many patients are worried about anesthesia and possible complications, but anesthesia is very safe, even for patients who have significant medical problems. Patients can protect themselves by seeking a plastic surgeon who is ASPS board certified and checking with the state department of health to see if any complaints have been filed.

Myth: All plastic surgeons will provide the same results.

Fact: In addition to certification and track record, it is important to look for someone who specializes in aesthetic/cosmetic procedures. If a surgeon in interested in this area, he/she is more likely to be very up to date on the latest techniques, products, etc. Also, it is important to look for someone who specializes in the part of the body you are interested in improving, because there is no substitute for experience.

If you’ve been thinking about having breast augmentation but you’re not sure just how it will change your look, here’s an innovative tool you can use right now to visualize your results.

Mentor’s 3D Visualizer uses a photo of yourself to create an example of how Mentor breast implants may transform your body. (Actual results may vary, of course. Please be sure to discuss with Dr. Colgrove your specific surgical expectations.) You also can see a sample before-and-after transformation to illustrate how the Visualizer works.

Let us know what you think of this tool, and when you’re ready to talk about the next steps in your process, give us a call at 770-955-9000 to schedule a consultation.

 

 

It may seem a bit early yet to start thinking about the holiday season, but Vinings Surgery Center is offering a reason to plan ahead a little for a more carefree celebration. Throughout September and October, most cosmetic procedures will be discounted by 30 percent. This is great news for those who may want to have their cosmetic procedures completed before the holidays, allowing them to have plenty of recovery time before enjoying all the season’s festivities with friends and family.

According to Vinings Surgery Center’s Dr. Robert Colgrove, many patients typically put off surgery until around the holidays in order to use their days off for recovery and minimize time away from work. He hopes this special will enable more patients to plan ahead and make the holidays a much more enjoyable and relaxing time.

Although breast augmentation surgery is not included in the 30-percent-discount special, implants are currently available at a discounted cost of $3,000 for saline and $4,000 for silicone.

For more information or to make an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Colgrove, call (770) 955-9000 or visit www.colgrove.com.

Have you been wanting to plan a cosmetic procedure but don’t think you can afford it? There are more options available than you may realize.  We are always happy to help you explore the financing options out there for your cosmetic, plastic or reconstructive surgery. Two payment options available for procedures at Vinings Surgery Center are FundMyDr.com Medical and Cosmetic Loans and CareCredit Patient Payment Plans. Here’s a little about each:

FundMyDr.com offers a wide variety of financing options for up to 60 months, with monthly payments as low as $60 a month. Unlike credit cards, the interest rates offered are always fixed, starting from 7.99%, depending on your credit rating. FundMyDr.com will work with those who have less than perfect credit, and they accept a co-signer to get approved. Financing is available up to $30,000, with interest-free programs for 6 to 12 months, depending on credit and procedure amount.

CareCredit is a healthcare credit card with a credit line for health and beauty treatments and procedures. With many offers, you can avoid paying interest by making minimum monthly payments and paying the full amount due by the end of the promotional period. (Remember, interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the promotional purchase is not paid in full within the promotional period.) Unlike a Visa or MasterCard, CareCredit is exclusively designed for healthcare services and you can avoid paying interest with many promotional options. Most cardholders opt for shorter term plans from 6 to 24 months. If you need more time to pay for your procedure, longer programs are offered with a reduced, fixed interest rate.

If you have questions about payments options for procedures, call (770) 955-9000 for more guidance.

Whether you got with saline or silicone breast implants is a matter of personal choice. But before you decide which is right for you, it’s important to make sure you understand the qualities and pros and cons of each.

  • Saline implants are filled with saline, typically at the time of surgery. These tend to feel firmer than silicone implants.
  • Silicone implants are prefilled with silicone gel, which is a thick, sticky fluid that mimics the feel of natural tissue.

In most cases, there is little to no discernible difference between the appearance of breasts augmented with saline versus silicone, but there could be a slightly greater chance of visible rippling or wrinkling with saline implants. The chances of this are reduced when implants are inserted under the pectoral muscle. For this reason, each patient’s individual muscle stiffness or looseness is important to consider when choosing implant type.

For a personal breast augmentation consultation, call 770-955-9000.

You’re invited to join Dr. Robert Colgrove and his staff at Vinings Surgery Center for one of our upcoming lunch and informational seminars focusing on breast augmentation. The next seminars will be held:

  • Wednesday, May 16, 12:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 20, 12:30 p.m.

During the seminars, Dr. Colgrove will offer in-depth information about the procedure and will be available for personal consultations and evaluations. He and the great VSC staff will answer questions and address concerns, while providing you with all the information you need to make your decision about breast augmentation.

Dr. Colgrove is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has practiced in this Atlanta area for more than 20 years. His surgical skills have produced many satisfied clients, most of whom return to him for additional procedures.

This event is free and space is limited. Please call 770-955-9000 to reserve your spot and for more information.

Yesterday’s free lunch-and-learn seminar focusing on breast augmentation gave attendees the valuable opportunity to ask Dr. Colgrove and his staff questions about the most popular procedure at Vinings Surgery Center.

During the seminar, Dr. Colgrove offered in-depth information about breast augmentation and specific types of implants. He explained the differences between silicone and saline implants, as well as the pros and cons of each type. Dr. Colgrove also spoke to participants about what to expect in the recovery and healing process following the surgery, emphasizing the importance of stretching, massage, and the use of high-quality support bras in the weeks after the procedure is done. He introduced the group to his nursing staff, which is always on hand to answer questions, address concerns and walk patients through the entire process.

Curt Trogdon of Allergan, maker of the Natrelle® silicone implant, was on hand to give attendees in-depth information about the implants. Attendees were reminded that, for a limited time, patients who select Natrelle® implants receive a free Botox® treatment or Latisse® for themselves and a friend.

Dr. Colgrove also gave personal consultations and evaluations to each attendee, giving each woman all the information she would need to help her in making a decision about breast augmentation.

Check back often for more information on upcoming seminars. We’d love to hear from you about seminar topics you’d like to see. Let us know!

You may have heard or read about the unfortunate Poly Implant Prothèses (PIP) implant scare. These implants, made in France and used by 300,000 women around the world, have been found to be faulty and prone to bursting. Dr. Colgrove has experience in removing this type of implant and can be helpful to any woman who has PIP implants. As a trusted cosmetic surgeon with years of experience performing breast augmentation in Atlanta, Dr. Colgrove’s focus and main priority is the health and safety of his patients, and he is well prepared and qualified to assist women who are concerned about their PIP implants. If you have this type of implant and would like to speak to Dr. Colgrove about your concerns and plan for moving forward, call 770-955-9000 for a consultation.

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