Breast implant replacement Introduction Breast implant replacement (sometimes called breast implant revision) is a surgical procedure where old breast implants are removed and replaced with new breast implants. It is relatively common procedure performed by plastic...

Types of breast implants Introduction Breast implants are used to make the breasts larger, firmer and fuller. They are used to correct breast asymmetry and for reconstruction after a mastectomy due to cancer or other health conditions.  They are available in a variety...

Ruptured breast implant Introduction Rupture is a tear or hole in the outer shell of the breast implant. It is one of the risks of breast augmentation. A ruptured silicone implant, may not cause noticeable changes in the breast’s appearance, as it doesn’t deflate like...

What determines a good scar after plastic surgery? Even the most intelligent patients ask this preposterous question. When a full-thickness injury occurs to the skin or an incision is made, there is always a scar. The question should be, “Will I have a relatively...

The 6 main types of basal cell carcinoma and how they differ What is basal cell carcinoma? Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common, locally invasive, keratinocytic non-melanoma skin cancer. It is also known as rodent ulcer. It rarely spreads to other parts of...

Ozempic vs. bariatric surgery in cosmetic impact Obesity is a global health issue and the need for effective weight loss interventions has never been higher. However, there have been significant advancements in weight loss in recent years. Both bariatric surgery and...