Over the last five decades, women in the United States have requested breast augmentation more than any other type of plastic surgery, and thanks to modern advancements in techniques and implant types, this popular procedure shows no signs of abating. 2022 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) indicate that 298,568 breast enhancement […] Read more

One of the toughest decisions with regard to breast implants is determining which size is best. Most patients ask board-certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas W. Loeb, “What size implants will I need to fill a D cup?” or “Can you give me just enough to fill a C cup with a little extra fullness?” […] Read more

Every year, data gleaned from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) shows that plastic surgery in the United States continues to grow in popularity, and 2022 was no exception. According to this year’s report, 1,498,361 cosmetic procedures were performed in the U.S. – up 19% from 2019. The report includes both minimally-invasive procedures like Botox […] Read more

Breastfeeding, age, gravity, genetics, and major weight fluctuations can cause breasts to sag and deflate over time. A once perky bosom can appear flat, droopy and pendulous after giving birth, or in some ladies, after hitting your mid 40’s. Fortunately, mastopexy, or breast lift surgery can restore your bust line to its former glory – […] Read more

New York plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas Loeb performs a number of breast enhancement procedures, including lifts, augmentation with implants, reductions, and the correction of breast asymmetry. During a series of initial consultations, he ensures that patients come in with realistic expectations and have a thorough knowledge of all potential risks and outcomes. In his years […] Read more

New York City resident Nafsika Lourentzatos learned the hard way the importance of seeking a board certified plastic surgeon for any type of cosmetic procedure. The former Manhattan-based event planner had been dreaming of a larger bust line since her teenage years, and says she researched NYC breast enhancement options but had never really heard […] Read more

South Korea has an international reputation as a plastic surgery hot spot, particularly in the Gangnam district, where plastic surgery clinics line the streets. Now these establishments are catering to Chinese clientele, featuring signs in Chinese and Chinese translators inside the clinics. The South Korean government is spending $4 million a year to promote plastic surgery […] Read more

Plastic surgery is not just about making cosmetic improvements for vanity’s sake. Surgeons not only help people improve their appearance, but their self-esteem as well. The quality of life for young women with breast asymmetry is often quite poor, reports the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. A recent study found that young women with breasts […] Read more

Breast implants are so commonplace that many people do not even bat an eyelash at having the procedure done. Plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas Loeb has performed thousands of such surgeries, but he’s never quite seen anything like Sara and Emma Koponen, 25-year-old identical twins who have recently made headlines for spending more than $24,000 on […] Read more

According to new findings presented at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), plastic surgery is just a safe for older patients as it is for their younger counterparts. The study found that age has no discernible impact on plastic surgery safety, with older men and women experiencing the same […] Read more