Choosing the right breast implant size and shape is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when considering breast augmentation. Many patients focus heavily on cup size or a specific cc (cubic centimeter) number, but the best outcomes come from a more thoughtful approach that considers your unique anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals….
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When considering breast enhancement, many women find themselves asking: breast lift vs breast augmentation — which is better? Both procedures can dramatically improve the appearance of the breasts, but they address different concerns. A breast augmentation focuses primarily on adding volume, while a breast lift (mastopexy) reshapes and elevates sagging breasts. Understanding the key…
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Capsular contracture occurs when the normal scar tissue around a breast implant thickens and tightens enough to make the breast feel firm, look distorted, or become painful. Mild firmness may only need observation; more advanced or bothersome contracture often requires an individualized breast revision plan. Capsular contracture: the short answer A capsule around a…
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A common question patients ask me considering breast is: “How long do breast implants last?” The short answer is that breast implants are not considered lifetime devices, but there is no universal expiration date and they do not automatically need to be replaced every 10 years. Some implants may require surgical revision earlier, while…
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If you’re considering breast augmentation in North Dallas, you may wonder how much does breast augmentation cost. The answer depends on several factors, including your surgeon’s experience, the type of implants you choose, the complexity of your procedure, and whether additional procedures are performed such as a breast lift or implant exchange. In the…
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Understanding the Rare Lymphoma Associated with Textured Breast Implants In my north Dallas office, a common question I hear during breast augmentation and breast implant consultations is: “Do breast implants cause cancer?” The short answer is no but there is an important exception that every woman considering breast surgery with breast implants should understand….
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Mommy makeover surgery has become one of the most sought-after procedures in plastic surgery for good reason: it helps mothers reclaim their pre-pregnancy bodies after the physical changes of pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Many women experience stretched abdominal skin, separated abdominal muscles (also called diastasis recti), and changes in both breast shape and volume…
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Preventative Botox is an increasingly popular approach to skincare that focuses on preventing wrinkles before they deepen rather than correcting them after they form. The core idea is simple yet powerful: by beginning Botox treatments earlier, often in your late 20s or early 30s, you can prevent or significantly slow down the development of…
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Choosing to undergo plastic surgery is a significant and deeply personal decision. Whether you’re considering a facelift, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, or reconstructive procedure, the surgeon you choose will have a profound impact on your safety, experience, and ultimately, your results. As a plastic surgeon, one of the questions I hear most often is:…
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Liposuction is one of the most commonly performed aesthetic procedures worldwide, but achieving consistently excellent results requires more than simply removing fat. Safe and successful liposuction depends on careful patient selection, detailed preoperative planning, appropriate surgical technique, attention to fluid management, meticulous contouring principles, and comprehensive postoperative care. Dr. Geo N. Tabbal has contributed…
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