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Do Breast Implants Need To Be Replaced?

Posted July 27, 2023 in Breast Augmentation, Uncategorized

By Dr. Christopher Patronella A common misconception is that implants have some sort of expiration date. I think a lot of people pick this up on the internet, and it’s just not true. My philosophy is that when a patient who has had breast implants for x number of years, say over 10 years, comes […]

Can You Have a Neck Lift Without A Face Lift?

Posted July 14, 2023 in Facelift, Facial Rejuvenation, Necklift, Uncategorized

By Plastic Surgeon Dr. Christopher Patronella I’m often presented with a patient who comes to the office for a consultation with me regarding their neck. They tell me they want improvement of their neck, and they are adamant that they do not want a facelift. Treating the neck alone can be a good fit for […]

Fat Grafting to the Breasts vs. Breast Implants: Which is Better?

Posted July 06, 2023 in Breast Augmentation, Fat Grafting

The question comes up regarding the utility of using autologous fat, which is your own fat, to augment the breasts, as opposed to a foreign device like a silicone gel or saline breast implant. Certainly there is a role for fat grafting of the breasts for augmentation. We’ve found through scientific studies that it’s very […]

Plastic Surgery after Ozempic, Lab Bands, Gastric Sleeve and Other Weight Loss Procedures

Posted June 14, 2023 in Body Contouring, Post-Weight Loss Procedures, True Form Body Contouring®

By Dr. Chris Patronella Over the years, we’ve seen an acceleration in weight loss procedures, also known as bariatric surgery, that patients have undergone, and it has been very powerful. This has changed the complexion of most plastic surgeons’ practices in that there are many patients who couldn’t lose weight for one reason or […]

How to Prevent Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation Surgery

Posted June 09, 2023 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Revision, Combined Breast Augmentation and Breast Lift

By Plastic Surgeon Dr. Christopher Patronella What is Capsular Contracture? When an implant is placed during breast augmentation surgery, the body normally forms a very specialized layer of scar tissue around the implant. This is called a capsule. The capsule forms in a very specific way around the implant. The implant should move in the […]