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Breast Augmentation: Under Or Over The Muscle

Many patients thinking about a breast augmentation ask whether they should do an under or over the muscle augmentation. There is no simple "one size fits all" solution to this question, as all patients have unique situations. Typically, a brief one on one consultation can determine the right path to accomplishing your specific goals, but there are some techniques that have produced consistent results for breast augmentations over the years.

In theory, an over the muscle breast augmentation (under the gland) would produce better results than the under the muscle augmentation. This is because we are augmenting the breast, not the entire chest. Typically, this is not the case though. The over the muscle breast augmentation is more visible, creating more of an unnatural round arc at the top of the breast which will stick out of the bra or dress. Placing the implant under the muscle tends to create more of a gradual transition from the collar bone to the nipple, as opposed to placing the implant over the muscle which looks more like a "bump" on your chest.

For a first time breast augmentation, a textured silicone implant placed under the muscle has been an extremely successful procedure. A textured implant simply means that it does not have a smooth outer shell (you can think of the texture as a comfortable fabric chair you have sat on). This implant is placed under the pectoralis major muscle, and on top of the pectoralis minor muscle creating a pocket that will grab on to the texture keeping the implant in place. This produces breasts that position themselves as natural, well shaped breasts. If the same first time breast augmentation were done using smooth implants, they may slip around a bit more in the pocket allowing gravity to have more of an affect which will give you more of a bottom heavy breast. If the patient came back to have a breast revision done after the pocket has been created, a smooth implant works very well.

For more information, or to schedule a consultation to see what type of breast augmentation would work best for you check us out online at www.drstephengordon.com, or call us directly at 702-242-6900.

 Disclaimer:

The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor or cosmetic surgeon to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or cosmetic surgeon.

Dr. Stephen Gordon on Feet looking small and toes

Ever been interested altering your tow length in order to make your feet look more attractive?  This type of operation can be something that someone might want, and Dr Gordon gives a short explanation of what this operation entails and why it is becoming a more popular procedure.

A podiatrist is an important part of the process, and why the procedure is different than other operations because it is more cosmetic instead of a correction of functionality.  Listen to Dr. Gordon explain below:

If you’re interested in getting cosmetic surgery, then you should consult with Dr. Stephen W. Gordon, MD.  Dr. Gordon is a skilled cosmetic surgeon that has a great deal of experience in performing cosmetic surgeries as diverse as liposuction, facelift surgery, breast augmentation, and breast revision.  For more information, check out our website or call (702) 475-3223.

 Disclaimer:

The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor or cosmetic surgeon to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or cosmetic surgeon.

Problem Nipples? How to Have the Nipples You Want

Nipples aren’t usually something that people think about—unless they’ve got the wrong kind!  Fortunately, there are now cosmetic procedures to help correct virtually any nipple problem you might have.

Inverted Nipple Repair

With belly buttons, some people have “innies” while others have “outies:” The same is true of human nipples.  Inverted nipples are simply nipples that do not protrude from the body.  This condition can happen to members of either sex and sometimes, even on a single individual, one nipple may be normal and the other inverted, making the chest look asymmetrical!  Correcting an inverted nipple is a relatively straightforward procedure that involves a small implant placed beneath the nipple to make it “pop” out.

Nipple/Areola Reduction

With this procedure, the area surrounding your nipples—also called the areola—can be significantly reduced.  If you don’t like the size or shape of your nipples, then your doctor can remove tissue from the areola, and use sutures to tighten the skin around your “new” nipples.  People choose nipple reduction surgery for a variety of reasons: Some patients have simply always had large nipples that made them feel self-conscious, while for others, this surgery is necessary for correction after a breast reduction.  After all, what was an appropriately-sized nipple on a double-D cup breast is not going to be the right size for a C-cup!

If you’re interested in having your inverted nipples repaired or want a nipple or areola reduction, then you need to consult with Stephen W. Gordon, M.D.  Dr. Gordon is experienced with a variety of cosmetic procedures, including nipple and areola reductions, inverted nipple repair, breast augmentation and revision, facelift surgery, and liposuction.  To learn more about how Dr. Gordon can help you achieve your best physical self, visit our website or call (702) 242-6900 for more information today.

Disclaimer:

The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor or cosmetic surgeon to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or cosmetic surgeon.

Dr. Stephen Gordon on Calf Implants

Ever been interested in getting calf implants? While this type of operation can be something that someone might want, Dr Gordon gives a short explanation of some of the things to look out for when considering this operation.

While there are some cases where someone could benefit greatly from this type of implant, the operation does pose some risks and difficulties. Listen to Dr. Gordon explain below:

If you’re interested in getting cheek implants, then you should consult with Dr. Stephen W. Gordon, MD.  Dr. Gordon is a skilled cosmetic surgeon that has a great deal of experience in performing cosmetic surgeries as diverse as liposuction, facelift surgery, breast augmentation, and breast revision.  For more information, check out our website or call (702) 475-3223.

 Disclaimer:

The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor or cosmetic surgeon to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or cosmetic surgeon.