In the quest to find the right plastic surgeon, it is a good idea to have at least 2 consultations before deciding on which plastic surgeon is the best fit to meet your cosmetic goals. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons, (ASPS) has published an article, “Questions to ask my plastic surgeon,” http://www.plasticsurgery.org/articles-and-galleries/patient-and-consumer-information/patient-safety.html?sub=Questions%20to%20ask%20my%20plastic%20surgeon. This is [...]
Q: I have called doctor’s offices and read articles and I get various different answers for this question, “How soon can I return to work after Breast Augmentation?”
A: Two weeks off after breast augmentation is usually enough time.
Most patients are able to return to work somewhere between the first and second week after surgery. If your job [...]
The decision to have a plastic or reconstructive procedure is not a small matter. In our quest to find the best plastic surgeon to perform our most desired plastic surgery procedure, be it a facelift or a tummy tuck, we often refer to the internet and start with an on-line search. In the past, it [...]
Over the past 11 years I have interviewed many women that have considered breast reduction and have walked many women through the surgical process from their first phone call to their last post-operative visit. Recently, while sending out a breast reduction patient’s before and after photos I thought about some of the same comments [...]
Q: I am 48 years old and I am considering a breast reduction. Can I have the surgery and return home the same day or is it necessary to stay overnight in the hospital?
A: Since the late 80’s, I have performed all breast reductions on an out-patient basis, either in a hospital setting or an [...]
Dear Dr. Togba,
Q. I would like to increase the size of my breasts, but not with Breast Implants. Is there a procedure that will use my own body fat to augment my breasts?
A. At the recent Plastic Surgery Meeting in Seattle, WA, emphasis was placed on less invasive procedures that allow patients to return to [...]
Dear Dr. Togba,
Q. A lot of my girlfriends have had their breasts enlarged. I like how some of them look and not others. One friend has breasts that sit up "too high" on her chest. Another friend’s breasts look fake; you can see the implants. Yet several of my friends have beautiful, natural-looking breasts that [...]
Dear Dr. Togba,
Q. This Christmas my husband gave me a breast augmentation. We’ve discussed my getting implants before but have been concerned about achieving a proportional balance for my body type. Beyond that, will they look and feel natural?
A. Giving plastic surgery as a Christmas gift becomes more popular every year; many spouses share the [...]
Q. Can you place a breast implant through the armpit?
A. Dr. Togba. There are generally four incision choices for a breast augmentation: under the breast at the inframammary crease (where the breast meets the chest wall), through the nipple complex, through the belly button, or through the armpit. I prefer the armpit incision because no [...]
Dear Dr.Togba
Q. I’ve been into your nice office and seen your patient counselor. Your pictures of breast augmentation results look very natural. Do you use different shaped implants?
A. Dr.Togba. There are many variations of implants: anatomical round, teardrop, textured, and smooth. The choice depends upon the body type, the breast shape, and the patient’s [...]
