Women who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their breasts may decide to undergo breast plastic surgery. A skilled plastic surgeon can perform breast reduction or augmentation surgery to either decrease or increase the size of the breasts. Plastic surgery can also correct problems such as breast asymmetry and droopy or sagging breasts. The result […] Read more

Breast augmentation remains among the most commonly requested of all plastic surgeries. If you’ve been thinking about taking the leap and getting breast implants, you should be fully informed about the procedure, the recovery, and your choice of implants. Your best source of information is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Your surgeon can tell you about […] Read more

A few hundred thousand cosmetic breast surgeries are performed in the U.S. every year. Although it’s a straightforward surgery, the decision to have any elective surgery is a major one that should be carefully considered. It’s important to choose a plastic surgeon with an excellent track record and solid clinical skills, who will take the […] Read more

Every woman desires to feel self-confident and feminine. For many, the solution for achieving that self-confidence is breast augmentation surgery, perhaps combined with a breast lift procedure to produce a taut, youthful silhouette. One of the many questions you’ll have to consider as a potential breast augmentation patient is: Are you satisfied with the current […] Read more

A breast lift is a type of plastic surgery that tightens the tissues to lift the breasts, restoring a youthful contour. Breast lifts do not increase the size of the breasts. In general, the results of a plastic surgery can be quite long-lasting. But it’s difficult to nail down a specific time period for the […] Read more

Breast augmentation remains one of the most popular types of plastic surgery. When you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon, you’ll receive detailed pre-operative and post-operative instructions. You can support your recovery and protect your health by following these instructions carefully. Do read your post-op instructions well ahead of your surgery date, as there will be […] Read more

Enhancing the bust line with breast implants is among the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States. For women of all ages, breast augmentation can truly help build confidence and promote a more positive body image. For others, surgical augmentation is an effective means to restore self-esteem after injury or mastectomy. The FDA […] Read more

At the Manhattan plastic surgery office of Dr. Thomas Loeb, we believe that patient education is paramount. Before having any type of surgical procedure, it’s important to have a thorough understanding of what the procedure entails, potential risks and the recovery process. If you’re planning on having breast augmentation in the coming months, knowing what […] Read more

What do Victoria Beckham, Pamela Anderson and Kris Jenner all have in common besides celebrity status? They all chose to downsize their breast implants, citing both comfort and aesthetics. In 2011, Beckham notoriously said adios to her self-described “torpedo bazookas,” choosing a smaller implant to complement her petite frame. When it comes to bust size, […] Read more

The negative health implications of cigarettes are well known, yet millions of Americans continue to smoke. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 20 percent of all deaths in the U.S. are related to smoking tobacco cigarettes. Smoking not only increases risk for many types of cancer, the habit can also lead […] Read more