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When it comes to breast augmentation, there are many different types of breast implants for Beverly Hills area patients to consider. Dr. Dennis Dass is a board certified plastic surgeon who can help women improve their self-confidence and body contours with larger breasts using implants. Implant procedures are very common in his practice and allow patients to enhance the way they look to feel better about their appearance. They can also be used to help in reconstructing the appearance of natural breasts after breast cancer surgery.

Patients who schedule a consultation appointment with Dr. Dennis Dass will find that there is a wide range of solutions available for enhancing the appearance of the breasts. Below are just a few of the most common solutions, which are discussed during the initial appointment

Gummy Bear Implants

Gummy bear implants get their name because of the way they feel. They are made with highly cohesive silicone gel. It allows them to be cut down in size if necessary and to provide a firmer result. They are in a teardrop shape to allow a more natural look to the breasts after implantation.

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Natrelle 410

Patients who want firmer breasts may like the customized fit of the Natrelle 410 implants. These are FDA approved and are great for primary breast augmentation or a revision of a previous augmentation procedure

Saline

Saline breast implants are still very popular for patients who want to increase their breast size. In fact, approximately 60% of our patients choose saline implants. They are stronger and more durable than ever before

Dr. Dennis Dass encourages patients in and around the Beverly Hills area who are interested in augmenting their breasts to schedule a consultation appointment and initial examination at his practice to learn about the various methods of breast enhancement and guide women through the many solutions available to them. Education on the advantages and disadvantages of each implant is the best way to find out the implant solution best for an individual.

The best breast augmentation procedure is customized to your needs and preferences, meaning what’s best for you may not have been the optimal approach for your friend, especially if it’s been some time since their surgery. Generally, today’s implants are much less likely to leak than earlier implants whose outer shells tended to break and rupture. Modern shells are tougher and the inner gel is more cohesive, so in the rather unlikely event of a rupture, the gel sticks together and doesn’t run everywhere.

Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Dass is uniquely qualified to help you achieve a youthful appearance and renewed confidence with safe cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures. All procedures start with a consultation. Dr. Dass is very thorough, and will not only explain different implant types but you’ll be able to look at them.

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Both silicone and saline implants have an outer silicone shell, but saline implants are inserted empty and filled with sterile salt water during the procedure. When silicone implants are inserted, they’re full of a thick, sticky gel formulated to mimic human fat for a natural appearance and feel. Dr. Dass also offers yet another modern option: the “gummy bear” implant, which gets its name from how the particularly thick silicone gel resists breakage and, in the very rare event of a ruptured shell, these implants maintain their shape.

Unlike many other cosmetic procedures, the results are immediately visible but, as with any surgical procedure, there are risks and some needs for recovery. Dr. Dass will provide thorough post-operative instructions. While you can enjoy your new look for years to come, it’s also important to know the clock doesn’t stop. Aging, hormones, and gravity can all make a breast lift or new implants necessary to retain those desirable, youthful contours.

Breast augmentation (sometimes referred to as breast enhancement with breast implants) is one of the most common types of cosmetic surgical procedures performed today, and it is very popular in Los Angeles. We have ample experience in providing this service to women who would like to feel more confident in their appearances.

Most people know that breast implants come in different shapes and sizes. What you may not know is that implants may be either smooth or textured. Here we will discuss the differences, taking a close look at textured implants.

Smooth breast implants have a silicone shell with a smooth, polished-looking surface. Textured implants are made of the same material, but the surface is slightly irregular, like a soft version of sandpaper. The texture is formed right into the silicone shell; it is not an additional layer of material. Depending on the manufacturer, the texture may be fine or coarse, but never rough.

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The texture on breast implants promotes adherence to the breast pocket and will limit implant rotation within the breast pocket. This is very important when an anatomic (teardrop shaped implant) is selected for breast augmentation. There is some evidence that suggests that patients with textured implants are less likely to have a capsular contraction, although studies are not conclusive.

As with any procedure, there are advantages and disadvantages to consider. The textured implants allow surgeons to select shaped implants when needed because it limits implant rotation. The drawback to textured breast implants is their propensity to cause wrinkling or rippling. All implants have some amount of wrinkling, simply from the weight of the implant, but it is usually not noticeable, although the wrinkling is lower with highly cohesive gel implants.

Considering breast augmentation is a big step; one that can change the way you feel about your body. Your surgeon will discuss whether textured breast implants are right for you, so you may feel confident in your choice. However, smooth round implants are most commonly used because the results are consistent.

About 20 percent of women will desire adjustment of their implants after breast augmentation. The most common reasons include switching to a different implant size, asymmetry, implant mal-position, and capsular contracture.

Capsular contracture is a condition where the scar tissue around a breast implant becomes abnormally thick. Capsular contracture can make the implant uncomfortable, and feel hard to the touch. The thickened scar can squeeze the implant causing a change in the shape of your breast, or it can alter the position of the implant, resulting in breast asymmetry.

The exact causes of capsular contracture are not known. There is some evidence that it is linked to subclinical (low-grade) infection around the implant, bleeding in the area of the implant, and by the body’s reaction to foreign substances (to silicone, for example). Capsular contracture can also be caused by an implant rupture. If your implant has looked and felt great for some time, but now your breast shape has changed or the tissue has become very firm, you could have an implant rupture. A breast MRI can determine if the silicone implant is compromised.

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Capsular contracture is treated by surgery – removal of the implant, and cutting or removing the scar tissue in multiple places. Then, the same implant or a new one is placed into the breast. If the implant was previously on top of the muscle, it will likely be repositioned behind the muscle to reduce the risk of forming a tight capsule again. If contracture is caused by a ruptured silicone implant, then the entire capsule and implant will be removed (total capsulectomy), and a new implant placed

Capsulectomy and implant replacement improve the appearance and symmetry of your breasts and make them soft again. However, patients who have had a capsular contracture are at a higher risk of forming it again (compared to a patient that has never had this condition).

If you are troubled by capsular contracture, you may need a breast augmentation revision. The cost of new implants will be covered by the manufacturer if there is a defect

Call today to schedule an evaluation to determine if you need breast revision surgery in Los Angeles.

Trans-umbilical breast augmentation (TUBA) is a technique where breast implants are placed without creating a scar on the breasts. Traditional approaches create a scar in the breast crease, around the areola, or in the armpit. With TUBA, the implants are inserted through a small incision in the belly button, or navel. The incision is placed within the umbilical hood, so that the scar is less than an inch long and is nearly imperceptible.

Breast augmentation through the navel is an ideal technique for women that have small breasts and desire saline breast implants. Silicone gel breast implants cannot be placed through the belly button. This is because saline (salt water) implants are filled at the time of surgery, whereas silicone implants come prefilled. TUBA is an excellent option for women that form poor scars, because there will be no scars on the breast. TUBA can be performed in conjunction with a tummy tuck, as part of a mommy makeover; in fact, a lot of women choose this option.

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During surgery, two small tunnels are created from the umbilicus to each breast and the implant pocket is carefully created. The saline implants are rolled up and advanced into each respective pocket, and the implant is placed under the muscle. The implants are filled with IV saline fluid through fill tubes, and the fill tubes are removed. The recovery time is about 1 week.

Dr. Dass has extensive experience performing Trans-umbilical breast augmentation (TUBA) in Los Angeles, whereas few plastic surgeons offer this technique. Women from all over northern and southern California have travelled to see Dr. Dass, for his expertise in this area.

If you have been thinking about breast augmentation, but don’t want a scar on your breasts, make an appointment today to see if you are a good candidate for the procedure.

Breast augmentation is a common procedure, and several different types and styles of implants are available for breast augmentation to provide a customized result. In fact, each implant manufacturer has between 100-200 different implants to choose from, so this can be a daunting task. Some patients come in asking for high profile silicone implants because that’s what their girlfriend has, but implant profile selection is based on a number of factors. This article will focus on implant profile.

Breast implants come in several different profiles. These include the low profile, moderate profile, and high profile implants. In general, a low profile breast implant has a larger diameter and appears flatter or more disk-like. Whereas, a high profile breast implant has a smaller diameter but gives more projection, and looks more round. This is an extremely confusing issue for patients. Luckily, you don’t have to worry about choosing the implant profile. The decision tree is quite complex and is based on a number of different factors. Your plastic surgeon will select the breast implant profile based on measurements of your chest and breast, preoperative breast shape, desired breast shape, and desired breast size. This is why your plastic surgeon will determine what profile is best suited for your body.

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The key thing that you will get to chose is the size of the breast implant. When you come in for your breast augmentation, you will try on a few different implant sizes in a sports bra until you find the size that is right for you. This will give you an idea of what your breasts will look like after augmentation. Measurements will be taken of your chest and breast to make sure that this size is appropriate for your body, and your plastic surgeon will help guide your decision. In general, petite women who desire relatively large breast implants will likely have a better result with high profile implants.