Published: May 12, 2011
Breast asymmetry is when the breasts differ in size and/or shape. While sometimes obvious, often women may be unaware of a slight asymmetry of their own breasts, and it’s actually very common. What women and their surgeons should keep in mind is that a breast augmentation may accentuate the imperfection, especially when the asymmetry is … Continue reading Breast Asymmetry and Breast Augmentation
Read MorePublished: January 20, 2011
The Texas legislature has introduced a bill to be entitled an act that, if passed into law, will ensure that patients are informed about their options in breast reconstruction surgery. With the amendment of section 311.004, the health and safety code in the State of Texas would include requirements to notify patients undergoing certain breast … Continue reading Bill Introduced in TX Legislature Would Ensure Breast Reconstruction Patients are Properly Informed
Read MorePublished: November 20, 2010
A recent study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal examined whether an injectable gel could be an alternative to surgical breast augmentation. The hyaluronic acid-based gel Macrolane was assessed for the safety and efficacy of the procedure and the gel for breast enhancement. Macrolane is make by Q-Med, which also makes Restylane, and the … Continue reading Injectable Gel for Breast Enhancement Studied in Europe
Read MorePublished: November 13, 2010
Breast cancer patients who undergo mastectomy and then breast reconstruction prefer silicone implants over saline implants, according to a new study. The study, published in the online edition of the journal Cancer, surveyed 482 women who had breast reconstruction surgery with implants after undergoing double mastectomy. Of those women, 176 chose silicone implants and 306 … Continue reading Breast Reconstruction Patients Prefer Silicone Implants
Read MorePublished: November 4, 2010
Could breast surgery lead to a breakthrough in the field of regenerative medicine? The latest issue Wired magazine reports that Cytori Therapeutics, a biotech company, is working toward using stem cells from fat to help the body rebuild itself. CEO Chris Calhoun says his firm has figured out a way to augment and rebuild breasts … Continue reading How Breast Surgery May Advance Regenerative Medicine
Read MorePublished: May 25, 2010
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has joined forces with the American Society of Breast Surgeons on behalf of female breast cancer patients. By advocating the inclusion of plastic surgeons in the treatment planning process, it is hoped that breast cancer patients will get better care and surgical outcomes. A recent meeting in NYC brought … Continue reading “Connect the Docs” to Give Breast Reconstruction Patients the Best Care
Read MorePublished: April 14, 2010
Cosmetic breast surgery is clearly more than a simple appearance change. A multitude of factors affect the patient’s health and quality of life after the procedure. Last August, several physicians published an article outlining 6 important factors that define successful breast surgery. A brief summary of those factors is below: Enhanced Breast Appearance Improving your … Continue reading How to Measure Success in Cosmetic Breast Surgery
Read MorePublished: April 14, 2010
Some of the most popular trends in breast augmentations were outlined in a March 2009 study published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Using electronic surveys, plastic surgeons from all over the country were asked about breast enhancement procedures they were offering. Much of the data reflected cosmetic surgery performed in the South and Southwest regions, … Continue reading Trends in Breast Augmentation Discussed in Study
Read MorePublished: April 14, 2010
Australian scientists are hoping that a new procedure will allow breast regeneration after a mastectomy. If it is proven successful, the procedure could replace breast reconstruction with synthetic implants. Trials are set to begin with real human patients very soon. A biodegradable chamber is placed within the chest, containing stem cells obtained from the patient’s … Continue reading Scientists Study Breast Regrowth Procedure for Breast Reconstruction
Read MoreSugene Kim, MD
Plastic Surgeon