Silicone Scar Therapy: Sheeting & Gel
February 21, 2022One of the most common questions we receive from our patients before surgery is, “Will this leave a scar?” Anytime skin is cut, surgically or otherwise, there will be a scar. There are various things we can do to minimize…
Are There Any Natural Ways to Increase Breast Size?
September 30, 2019In this post, we’ve gathered expert plastic surgeon Dr. Kahlil Andrews’ take on some of these do-it-yourself solutions to breast enhancement.
Which Breast Lift Approach is Right For Me?
June 12, 2019It’s natural for each of us to take great price in our appearance, so when we begin to notice signs of aging or other unwanted issues in highly visible body areas, it can quickly affect our mood and lifestyle. A…
What is the Current, Scientific Understanding of Breast Implant Illness?
April 11, 2019Breast augmentation consistently ranks among the most performed cosmetic surgeries worldwide. The vast majority of patients who have this elective surgery have problem-free procedures which also produce outstanding results, often surpassing the client’s expectations. The popularity of these procedures is…
Who Should Get Breast Reduction Surgery?
February 21, 2019Popular portrayals of plastic surgery tend to concentrate on breast augmentation, but bigger is not always better or more beautiful. In fact, for a significant number of women around the world, large breasts are a burden that takes a physical…
What Does a Mommy Makeover Entail?
November 26, 2018Becoming a mother is an incredible experience. You will feel so many exciting emotions when your child is born — pride, joy, amazement and more. But among all the positives that come with having a child, you might also feel…
What is the Cost of Breast Augmentation?
September 26, 2018When you begin to consider the idea of a breast augmentation, the cost of the procedure is often one of the first thoughts to cross your mind. In our digital age, your first course of action may have been to…
Your Reconstruction Options After Mastectomy
October 15, 2017Choosing to undergo a breast reconstruction is a decision that merits serious consideration. You may know right away that reconstruction is right for you, but when it comes to picking the kind of surgery you want, there are new factors…
Feeling Sexy & Confident for The Big Day!
March 6, 2017It’s the day you’ve envisioned since you were a little girl. You anticipated the flowers, the color scheme, the music and the dress. The splendor of that imaginary day played out over and over in your mind. Now that you’re…
New Year’s Resolution: Feminine Enhancement
February 9, 2017If the start of 2017 has left you feeling less than your best, Dr. Andrews Plastic Surgery may have a solution for you. Some women find that childbirth and the simple passage of time have resulted in changes that affect…
Gentlemen: Now is the Time for Breast Reduction
December 29, 2016Gynecomastia is a medical condition that affects a large percentage of men every year. This condition, which is rarely a major medical concern, can be a major cosmetic embarrassment that affects men of all ages. What many don’t know is that gynecomastia is a condition that can be effectively and often permanently addressed by a straightforward surgical procedure. If you are embarrassed to take your shirt off in public, or you specifically buy clothing that hides your breasts, now might be the time for a gynecomastia procedure.
Men and Plastic Surgery: What is the Connection?
December 16, 2016Many people are still under the impression that the majority of patients visiting plastic surgeons’ offices today are female. However, current statistics suggest otherwise. In fact, there is an increasing connection between men and plastic surgery and males are tuning into the benefits plastic surgery can offer them as well.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 25, 2016While the focus is on breast cancer awareness this month, it is a good time to give women the basic facts on breast cancer treatment and options afterward. When treatment involves removal of a portion or all of a breast, reconstruction procedures can help women regain their feminine contour and reclaim their life after breast cancer. Dr. Andrews at Dr. Andrews Plastic Surgery has the great insight into the many choices women have in breast reconstruction today.
The Problem with Plastic Surgery Shaming
August 17, 2016Plastic surgery shaming is alive and well, as evidenced by the recent barrage of messages directed at Meg Ryan after her appearance at the 2016 Tony Awards. For the record, Ryan has never admitted to having any kind of procedure – surgical or otherwise – but that does not stop many from putting their own judgment calls on her appearance and her assumed choices. Unfortunately, plastic surgery shaming is a negative practice that sends the wrong message to both men and women considering plastic surgical procedures today.
What You Should Know about Breast Implant Placement
August 15, 2016When you make the decision to move forward with breast augmentation, you will discover there that are many decisions to make before undergoing the procedure. From the implant type to incision placement, you and your plastic surgeon will work together to design the procedure that is right for you. One of the discussions you are likely to have is where the implants are to be placed with respect to the breast muscle. There are two options in breast implant placement and each has its own benefits and drawbacks.
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