John Park MD Plastic Surgery Blog

Whether you have undergone a tummy tuck, a mommy makeover or a breast augmentation, each surgery has its own risks and complications associated with it. A complication with breast augmentation, although not common, is an implant rupture. Saline Implant Rupture Patients that have a saline implant rupture are usually very well aware of it early

All plastic surgery procedures, such as breast augmentations, tummy tucks, and mommy makeovers have a history. They all started somewhere and most began years ago as more or less “experimental” surgery. It’s interesting to look back a few years and see how plastic surgery has progressed over the years. Breast Augmentation Facts The story begins

How Long Will A Breast Augmentation Be Viable? In most cases, results of a breast augmentation last a long time. However, it’s important to observe the status of your implants on a regular basis. Those with saline implants can check their status by simply looking in the mirror – easy enough, right? Leakage will be

Due to the biological processes involved, there is a gradual change as cells within the body digest remnants of the fat cells that are destroyed during the SculpSure treatment process. It’s almost magical, but it is “gradual” and does involve some patience. Results With SculpSure Most patients will begin to see results at approximately six

One of the biggest concerns women have concerning breast augmentation is whether or not, after the surgery, they will be left with a giant cleavage gap between their implants. They’ve seen it before on other women, and they don’t want it for themselves, pure and simple. So, how can we be sure that after our

It is true that both weight loss (bariatric) surgery and body contouring treatments such as tummy tucks, body lifts, and SculpSure will ultimately result in an improved appearance and boost self-confidence, yet, they are very different procedures with very different goals. Understanding and choosing the correct path for these goals is essential. Perhaps you are

Many times, breast augmentation will be an experience of immediate gratification. It is wise, however, to temper your immediate goals (which sometimes include having very large breasts) with the reality that this decision is a long-term one. Take time to think about how your breasts will look in the future, not just how they will

There are factors that can affect the likelihood of stretch marks after a breast augmentation, and it’s important that patients be aware of those before their surgery. But, by far and away, generally speaking, surgeons are not concerned that stretch marks will be a complication of the surgery. Stretch Marks And Breast Augmentations – Things

Everyone has a different name for that annoying “lower ab flab,” the “spare tire,” and the “muffin top” – and if you have one of these aberrations, more than likely you are also considering a tummy tuck or liposuction. That’s because, as we all are sadly aware, most times no amount of dieting or exercise

If you are considering a procedure to rid yourself of annoying bumps and bulges, SculpSure is the treatment of choice. SculpSure is ideal for individuals with “trouble spots” – those areas that are resistant to diet and exercise and we all know where those are. It’s also a procedure for people either unable to have

The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a surgical procedure that is gaining popularity all over the country. The Brazilian Butt Lift was developed to add volume to the butt while simultaneously giving it a tighter, more lifted appearance. Using the body’s own fat to create a more sculpted, better-proportioned physique, fat harvesting is done by

Any female athlete considering breast implants wants to know how changing the size and shape of her breasts can impact her exercise routine. A common concern for active women regardless of the procedure is how long they will have to refrain from exercising following breast implant surgery. For all women, no matter who they are,