Breast Augmentation

This is a great question I hear often from women wishing to enhance the size and/or shape of their breasts. The truth is, there isn’t a specific age that’s considered “best” for breast augmentation – it all depends on the patient and her unique needs/goals. In fact, at my practice... Continue Reading

The best way to determine which breast implant size is best for you is by first finding out your specific wishes not only with words or letters as in cup size or “not too big” or “natural”, but also with a visual understanding of what you hope to look like.... Continue Reading

Many mothers expend a great deal of time and energy trying to regain the figure they had prior to pregnancy and breastfeeding. While diet and exercise can go a long way, oftentimes stubborn fat and excess skin are resistant to these efforts. A mommy makeover is designed to address many... Continue Reading

Pregnancy and childbirth can be two of the most joyous occasions in a woman’s life. However, the body undergoes many changes during this time that can be difficult to reverse. Even with stringent diets and rigorous exercise, many women struggle to eliminate lingering excess skin and fat in certain areas... Continue Reading

Following breast augmentation surgery, I ask my patients to wear a comfortable, non-underwire bra for about four weeks, as well as to avoid strenuous activity that might result in implant malposition, swelling, or bleeding. Though often minimal, any potential discomfort can typically be managed with pain medication. Most patients can... Continue Reading

Selecting the right implants for breast augmentation is dependent on a variety of factors unique to every individual. To begin the selection process, I first listen to my patients’ aesthetic goals and try to gain a clear understanding of the outcome they are hoping to achieve. It is critical at... Continue Reading

Many women undergo breast surgery, be it breast augmentation for cosmetic enhancement (which is the most common), breast reduction for large, heavy breasts (the second most common), breast lift for sagging or droopy breasts, or breast reconstruction following mastectomy or lumpectomy for breast cancer. Though most achieve optimal outcomes from... Continue Reading

In part one of our two-part blog series, Dr. Ram Kalus explained how his unique before-and-after photo gallery assists his breast augmentation patients in selecting the ideal implant size. In this follow up discussion, he will describe how sizers are used during surgery to achieve optimal results. At my plastic... Continue Reading