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Los Angeles Breast Augmentation Questions: What Type of Breast Implant is Right for Me?

Posted February 21, 2014

There are a number of decisions made prior to breast augmentation surgery that will impact the final appearance of your procedure. One of these decisions is what type of breast implant will be used for the enlargement of your breasts.

Los Angeles breast surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole customizes each breast augmentation procedure he performs. During your initial consultation he will discuss all of your options and help you choose which type of breast implant will best meet your needs.

Types of Breast Implants

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Los Angeles Breast Enhancement Options

Posted January 13, 2014

There are a number of reasons women find dissatisfaction with their breasts. No matter what issues are causing you unhappiness, Los Angeles breast surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole can customize a solution that helps you look and feel your absolute best.

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Los Angeles Breast Enlargement Options: Subglandular vs. Submuscular Implant Placement

Posted January 09, 2014

Los Angeles breast surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole offers a number of breast augmentation options, enabling him to personalize each procedure he performs. One of these options that will have a significant impact on your final results is the placement of your breast implants. Which breast implant placement can most compliment your frame and work best with your natural anatomy will be determined during your free Los Angeles breast enlargement consultation.

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The Best Age for Breast Augmentation in Beverly Hills

Posted December 10, 2013

Are you unhappy with the size, shape, or symmetry of your breasts? Do you find that your breasts are not complimentary to your frame or that their appearance detracts from your other features? If you are not happy with the appearance of your breasts and you are over the age of 18, you are at the perfect age for breast augmentation.

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Pasadena Breast Augmentation Options

Posted December 04, 2013

Board-certified Pasadena plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole offers a full range of breast augmentation options, allowing him to design your procedure around your anatomical features and specific desires. During your Pasadena breast augmentation consultation, Dr. O’Toole will carefully assess your frame and listen to your concerns, allowing him to help you determine which options will best meet your unique needs.

Understanding Your Breast Augmentation Options

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Will Breast Augmentation Interfere with Mammograms?

Posted November 12, 2013

The decision to undergo breast augmentation is a big one, and one that demands careful consideration about all potential benefits and complications. A concern shared by many potential Pasadena breast augmentation patients is what impact breast implants will have on future breast cancer screening. Dr. O’Toole understands that this is an important concern and would be happy to address it in full during your breast augmentation consultation.

Minimizing Risks

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How Can I Correct my Asymmetric Breasts?

Posted September 29, 2013

When your two breasts are significantly different in size or shape, you typically have the following options.  First of all, make sure you are no longer noticing any more changes such as changes due to pregnancy, hormones or birth control or weight loss or gain.  Then you can consider either augmenting the smaller one with an implant, reducing the larger one or a combination of both.  A reduction will result in scars around the areola as well as vertical scar from the areola to the breast fold and perhaps a transverse scar in the fold.  For best long term results, it is

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When Can I Massage After Breast Surgery?

Posted September 19, 2013

Early implant massage is generally helpful after most types of breast implant surgery to lessen the chances of capsular contracture.  I recommend it once the surgical pain is minimal and the initial swelling has subsided.  This can be as soon as one week post-op.  I recommend that you ask your surgeon since he was the only one who was there and who knows exactly what was done.  Capsular contracture can occur spontaneously and cam occur again after capsulectomy.  Massage is one way you can help to lessen the chance of recurrence.  Some studies have also shown im

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