Dr. Rhys Branman's Cosmetic Surgery Blog
When you’re considering breast augmentation, there are several decisions your surgeon will help you make, such as the type and size of the implant. Another decision to consider is the type of incision technique your surgeon will use.
While there… 
Breast implant choices have grown with the recent FDA approval of a new silicone gel breast implant by Sientra Inc.
With the latest approval, there are now three silicone gel-filled breast implants approved by the FDA in the U.S. They… 
A recent RealSelf.com poll of women who had breast implants and breast lifts revealed that they were more satisfied with their sex lives after surgery.
The poll of 55 women who had breast surgery reported a 34% increase in overall… 
A recent ABC News 20/20 cosmetic surgery special reported that more African-American women are considering cosmetic surgery.
The program spoke with black women who have undergone breast augmentation and nose surgery and featured a BOTOX® party in Beverly Hills attended… 
The breasts and buttocks are two areas of the body where having multiple cosmetic surgeries at once can benefit the patient.
Dr. Samir Pancholi, a Las Vegas cosmetic surgeon, says that he often performs breast augmentation and breast lift surgery… 
Allergan reminded consumers of the safety of its silicone breast implants in a release, after news reports that France was recommending women have their Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP) silicone gel implants removed.
PIP used cheaper industrial silicone instead of medical… 
Women who have undergone breast augmentation can find emotional support through Internet forums, according to a new study.
The study found that overall breast augmentation forums are a positive experience for women. “Through electronic postings, they cared for and nursed… 
The FDA has reaffirmed the safety of silicone implants and said that it would work with manufacturers to improve studies gauging the health of women who have received the implants.
In 2006, the FDA lifted a 14-year ban on silicone… 
If you’re in good health, you may never be too old for cosmetic surgery. The New York Times recently featured an 83-year-old woman who wanted to improve her figure, so she underwent a breast lift with implants.
The ideal age… 
As the number of people traveling abroad for cosmetic surgery increases, a new survey looks at the risks of medical tourism.
Medial tourism has become more popular and there may be some savings, but little data on outcomes, follow-up or… 