Breast Procedures

Exploring breast lift surgery can be an exciting and fulfilling journey.  But, it is also a time of questions!  As a plastic surgeon on Long Island, I’ve heard them all!  Want to find out what other patients are asking? Here is our list of the Top 5 Questions About Breast Lift Surgery: Why do breasts […]

Countless women go through life wishing they had a larger, fuller bust line.  Some women, on the other hand, have the opposite problem. Breast Augmentation is the number-one surgical cosmetic procedure in the US.  But, don’t let that fool you into thinking that bigger is always better.  So, when do large breasts become “too much

Breast lift surgery is on the rise!  That fact comes from the latest plastic surgery statistics published by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).  So, just how many women are choosing this procedure?  In their most recent report on cosmetic trends and top procedures, the ASPS reports that over 90,000 breast lift procedures were

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), over 300,000 breast augmentation surgeries were performed in 2011, making it the number-one cosmetic surgery in the United States.  Not one of these procedures would have been possible, however, without the work of two pioneering doctors exactly 50 years ago.  BBC is reporting on Drs. Thomas

What makes a good breast surgery candidate?  There’s no simple answer.  There are a host of factors that always need to be considered before going under the knife.  So, while there is no substitution for a plastic surgery consultation, here are a few of the general guidelines to consider before surgery. A good candidate for

Like anything else, plastic surgery can be affected by a down economy.  As NPR puts it, “People pay out of their own pocket for this sort of medical care. So when times get tough, cosmetic procedures tend to decline. Now, they’re picking up.”  Picking up is right!  According to data just released by the American

In today’s world, looks can mean a lot and so can confidence.  Thankfully, for those who are dissatisfied with their appearance, modern medicine provides a myriad of cosmetic surgery options. Countless women are unhappy with the appearance of their breasts, and every woman has unique needs and concerns. Those with small breasts often feel that

Wondering what’s the most common cosmetic surgery in America?  The answer is breast augmentation.   According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), there were over 296,000 breast augmentation procedures performed in 2010, a full 2% rise in popularity since 2009 alone.  However, it’s not just breast augmentation that’s even more popular today. Breast lifts—also

A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure used to enhance the appearance of breasts that have sagged or lost firmness.  Drooping breasts are a natural part of the aging process, and this problem can be further exacerbated by pregnancy, breastfeeding and significant weight loss.  For many women, these changes are unwelcome