If you are a male adult who has excess breast tissue, or gynecomastia, it can be embarrassing. Don’t let gynecomastia keep you from feeling confident and self-assured! With the assistance of a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon such as Dr. Charlotte Ann Rhee, a man can achieve a more naturally masculine appearance to the chest […]
When patients think of plastic surgery for the breasts, they immediately think of breast augmentation or breast implants which increase the size of the breasts. However, for many women, large breasts become problematic and may need to be addressed with breast reduction surgery. Breast reduction surgery is a popular procedure for large-breasted women who are […]
Though it feels cold enough, we know that spring and summer are just around the corner. That means we’re all starting to up our game, looking forward to swimsuit season. If working out and eating well still isn’t encouraging those man boobs to leave, then learning more about gynecomastia surgery might be just the thing […]
Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing, especially when it comes to breasts. Though modern society tells us that bigger is better, there are diminishing returns with large breast sizes. We have patients coming in every day telling us that their backs hurt, their bra straps dig into their shoulders, frustrated […]
We are getting excited to launch the Long Island Mommy Makeover Center in Huntington, NY! A first of its kind, the Long Island Mommy Makeover Center combines specific body contouring procedures that target common trouble areas for both new and experienced moms. Dr. Charlotte Ann Rhee is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon located in Huntington, […]
An endocrine disorder, gynecomastia results in enlarged breast tissue in men. In adolescents, the problem often occurs due to the hormonal changes associated with puberty. Gynecomastia also affects older males, as a natural consequence of aging and a reduction in the testosterone levels in the body. Sometimes, certain medications may also lead to the problem […]
While breast augmentation is one of the top cosmetic procedures in the country, there is another group that goes in for the exact opposite. Breast reduction is a common procedure sought out for a variety of reasons but typically because of the discomfort caused by large breasts. Large breasts have known to cause a wide […]
Breast reduction surgery is a popular choice for women who suffer physical and emotional discomfort due to overly large breasts. Though this type of procedure has been used to for many years, new advances and techniques give patients even more choice when it comes to breast reduction. Vertical incision breast reduction, also known as LeJour […]
Breast reduction is a beneficial cosmetic surgery for women who feel their breasts are over-sized or suffer from chronic back pain. Breasts that are disproportionate to the body can produce feelings of insecurity for many women. To follow are a few of the most commonly asked questions about breast reduction surgery. Who is the Ideal […]
An estimated 5,083,717 American women have breast implants, however it wasn’t always such a safe and popular procedure. To follow is a brief history of breast augmentation, highlighting important events that have lead breast augmentation to be the number one plastic surgery performed annually. 1940s The first women to surgically enlarge their breast size were […]
