Dr. Marc Salzman is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Louisville, Kentucky. At his plastic surgery center, Salzman Cosmetic Surgery and Spa, patients find a relaxing environment where they can explore their options for aesthetic enhancement. Dr. Salzman knows no two women are the same, which is why he offers a wide variety of surgical options, breast implant sizes, and non-invasive procedures. Learn more about Dr. Salzman and his practice, including how to schedule your cosmetic procedure.

Meet Dr. Salzman

Dr. Salzman, originally from Miami, attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate studies. He then continued to Tulane University School of Medicine, where he graduated at the top of his class. After completing a residency and gaining board certification in general surgery, Dr. Salzman finished his plastic surgery fellowship at Duke University Medical School. He has been board certified in plastic surgery since 1994. Since then he has become a member of several prestigious medical societies including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Salzman practices cosmetic surgery, is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Louisville, and is the CEO of Bellanovus Development. His patent for the Ouchless Needle is used to ease the discomfort of cosmetic injectables. His expertise in surgery includes cosmetic procedures, primary and revisionary cosmetic breast surgeries, facial surgery, and body contouring procedures.

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What makes Dr. Salzman stand out against other Louisville plastic surgeons? Along with his education and training detailed above, Dr. Salzman is dedicated to providing compassionate care through listening to his patients needs. He is a recipient of numerous patient awards, such as Patient’s Choice: Compassionate Doctor and Patient’s Choice: Favorite Physician. Dr. Salzman also offers more choices for women seeking enhancement. No two women are the same, which is why Dr. Salzman is dedicated to offering individualized treatment plans.

Dr. Salzman now offers the latest breast implant option, the IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implant. With this implant women get the best of both worlds; natural looking results, and the peace of mind knowing that their implants are intact. IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Breast Implants are filled with saline, which allows for a smaller incision. Unlike silicone gel breast implants, IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Breast Implants are filled after placement. Breast implant sizes with the IDEAL IMPLANT are not fixed until your surgeon fills the implant with saline and closes the incision. This method provides for more precise fill levels, which can help address asymmetry. Many patients visit Dr. Salzman because he is one of the exclusive plastic surgeons in Louisville to offer IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Breast Implants. 

Dr. Salzman also offers a variety of body sculpting procedures, both surgical and non-invasive. Laser liposuction and other surgical procedures are performed in Dr. Salzman’s on-site AAAASF-Certified Surgery Center. Smaller areas are treated in-office with a simpler LiteShape™ technique. For a gentle approach to permanent fat removal, you can choose Vaser Liposuction, which results in less downtime and discomfort. Surgical and non-invasive body sculpting can help you gain confidence after weight loss and childbearing. 

What Patients are Saying

Even if a surgeon offers the latest technology, and has years of experience, they may not be the right surgeon for you. Patient reviews from websites such as RealSelf, Google, and Facebook are a helpful resource when you are searching for plastic surgeons near me. Find out how real patients felt before, during, and after their procedure. RealSelf allows patients to upload before and after pictures, and update reviews to describe their ongoing experience. 

How does Dr. Salzman measure up in terms of patient reviews? Here is what RealSelf user tcornelius had to say: 

“I love the care and expertise of Dr. Salzman and his team. I had a breast lift and implants about a year ago. I am 54 and nursed 3 babies. I am very small and I wanted to stay small but have my volume and perkiness back! I went on 4 consultations over a few years and they all wanted to make me much larger than I wanted to be. Dr. Salzman was the first to listen to me and gave me exactly what I wanted, natural, perky breasts!! My husband and I are extremely happy and we highly recommend Dr. Salzman. He is the best!!!”

Dr. Salzman’s patients rate his skill and care consistently high. Find more testimonials for Dr. Salzman on this page. 

From Breast Implant Sizes to Non-Invasive Treatments, Dr. Salzman Offers More

When you’re ready to start your cosmetic surgery journey, visit Salzman Cosmetic Surgery and Spa. Create a customized treatment plan to reach your aesthetic goals with the help of one of Louisville’s top plastic surgeons. Dr. Salzman offers more options for enhancement, and will help you pick the option that works best for your body and your lifestyle. 

Considering breast implants in Louisville? Contact Dr. Marc Salzman today to discuss your options. Simply call 502-425-5200, or visit www.itbecomesyou.com. Dr. Salzman’s office is located at 4702 Chamberlain Lane, Louisville, KY, 40241. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants.

We recently interviewed Dr. Watumull to get to know him and his practice better. Dr. Watumull is an IDEAL IMPLANT Premier surgeon, meaning that he has more experience and expertise working with the IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implant than other surgeons. He explains below about what sets him apart from other Dallas breast implant surgeons. Read more to get to know Dr. Watumull, his thoughts on silent rupture and the IDEAL IMPLANT, and what he predicts for the future of breast implant technology. 

Please tell us a little about yourself.

“I’m originally from Honolulu, Hawaii, but left to come to UT Southwestern for surgical training. I was recruited to a suburb of Dallas where I currently have a marvelous practice now with five other doctors. I’m a board certified plastic surgeon. We have a dynamic practice that’s growing rapidly. My areas of focus and expertise right now are aesthetic surgery, specifically breast aesthetics, breast reconstruction, and anything on the face.” 

How did you get into breast surgery and why do women choose you for their Dallas breast implants? 

“We try very hard to put ourselves on the patient’s side and we never oversell. We do what we would want our family members to have done. We are very conscious of our patients’ time and cut to the chase on things that are most important to them in the consultation. We have nearly 30 years of expertise and the newest technology to offer. What makes us unique is that we are one of the few practices that have six physicians. We regularly critique each other in meetings where we do journal clubs and review. We talk about how we can do things better all the time.” 

How do you advise women who want new breast implants? 

“It starts with a very thorough analysis at a thorough consultation. We sit down and ask the patient what their intimate goals are. I think good plastic surgery always starts with listening. Then we do a careful physical exam to know exactly what someone is a good candidate for, based on their own anatomy. Once we have a thorough examination, we take it one step further and have a 3D imaging called Vectra, where patients can actually look what different sizes and types of implants would look like on their frame. We go through all of the possibilities. We love the new IDEAL IMPLANT because it is a soft, new generation implant that is a really good option. If someone’s had a silicone leakage before, IDEAL IMPLANT is something they won’t have to worry about. Unstructured saline implants are still a good option for some individuals, largely because it is the most cost effective implant. We try to meet the implant to someone’s goals, not to push any agenda.” 

What made you decide to offer the IDEAL IMPLANT and what are the benefits? 

“I was excited to use the IDEAL IMPLANT because scientifically, they are the best implant. They have the lowest rate of capsular contracture and leaking, extremely high patient satisfaction rates, and the best warranty. As a plastic surgeon continually trying to up my game and make everything we offer better, we think it’s a wonderful choice. We are continually impressed by the IDEAL IMPLANT’s safety record and the fact that you don’t need any regular follow up, scanning, or MRI’s to see if it’s leaking. If they look fine, they’re fine. It’s a major advantage for some of our patients and I continue to recommend the IDEAL IMPLANT as a good choice.” 

What reasons do women give for choosing the IDEAL IMPLANT over other options? 

“They are largely choosing it because they’re concerned about a silicone implant leaking or if it doesn’t leak, what work they will have to do to make sure it’s not leaking over the 20-30 year life span. They don’t want to worry about going back in for regular studies every three-to-five years and if it’s covered by insurance or not and with the IDEAL IMPLANT, none of those things are a worry.” 

How do you educate your patients on what kind of investment implants are for their future? 

“We don’t know exactly how long each type of implant will last. I do think with increased proper surgical technique and care, we’re seeing a much longer lifespan of implants than we used to. The leak rate for unstructured saline and silicone gel implants is quoted to be about 1% per year. So after ten years, there is a 10% leak rate. The IDEAL IMPLANT has half that leakage rate. So at the end of 20 years, it would be a 10% risk of leaking instead of 20%. There is still a concern for any implant, or any manufactured device, that it could fail. But the rates of failure are decreasing. Every patient should be prepared to have some revisionary surgery, but the reality is, they may never have to.” 

What would you tell other surgeons who are wondering about the IDEAL IMPLANT? 

“One of the main reasons to offer anything to your patients is to offer them the best. Right now, IDEAL IMPLANT has the best scientific data, no question. So the number one reason surgeons should offer the implant is it has half the complication rate of the other implants. We should be data-driven and science driven. Secondly, if they don’t have the IDEAL IMPLANT in their armamentarium, some patients won’t choose them as their surgeon. If you don’t have all the options, you’ll lose out on the market that wants that option. It doesn’t make any sense to not offer the implant with the highest patient satisfaction, best warranty, lowest leakage, and lowest capsule contracture.” 

What trends do you foresee in the future breast augmentation world?

“I think there is change coming all the time. I think there is a tremendous effort by our national plastic surgery organizations to reduce the complication rate by placing the implants in a very safe, almost manufacturing environment, reducing the risk of infection, reducing pressure on the implant during implantation to decrease the risk of any stress on the implant shell, careful followup, excellent informed consent, etc. The future is bright and we will have better techniques and better implants. I’m hoping the FDA will be very welcoming to newer technology that has an advantage for women.” 

How much does silent rupture matter to women, from your experience? 

“No woman wants an implant leaking in their body. It is a concern for our patients and being able to have your fears allayed that you don’t have a silent rupture is a huge step forward. There is excellent data that a ruptured silicone implant will not cause systemic illness, however, the scar tissue that forms around a ruptured implant is very challenging and messy for the surgeon to remove.” 

What sets your practice apart from other plastic surgeons in your area? 

“I try very hard to be extraordinarily accurate with our surgical plans. One thing that I know for a fact is my complication and revision rates are extraordinarily low, and that’s because we are very compulsive in our preparation and aftercare. Virtually all patients are followed meticulously for a year inclusive of their surgical date. I also spend a lot of time with my patients and many of them have my cell phone number. What sets us apart the most are our excellent results, low rated problems, and high rate of success. We also have excellent staff who take special care of our patients. People come to us because of our reputation for our bedside manner and we’re proud of that.”

Dr. Watumull is part of an exclusive group of surgeons who now offer the IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implant, the latest in implant technology. If you are thinking about Dallas breast implants, contact Dr. Watumull today to discuss your options. Simply call (972) 470-5000, or visit www.drwatumull.com. Dr. Watumull’s office is located at 12222 North Central Expressway, #250, Dallas, TX 75243. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants.

IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants are the latest breast implant technology, approved by FDA in 2014. IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Breast Implants offer women the natural, beautiful look associated with silicone gel breast implants, but without the anxiety of silent rupture. They are only available through select board-certified plastic surgeons, one of which is Dr. Marc Salzman. Dr. Salzman offers a wide variety of Louisville, KY, breast implants, because he knows there is not one implant that is perfect for every woman. We sat down with Dr. Salzman to ask about his cosmetic surgery practice, and how he helps women choose the perfect breast implant.

How do you help women pick the right breast implant?

“The primary thing that we do is to try and get a feel for what the patient wants. And I think it’s helpful if the patient brings in a photo. Almost every patient will bring you a few photos of what their goal is, what they want to look like, and then that kind of starts the ball.  We have all the implants lying on the table. There is a reason to use every single one of these. We have shaped, we have smooth, we have round. We have different profile ratios. We’ll start out the conversation saying there’s a right implant for you, but there’s also probably a few right implants for you. I’m always surprised when patients tell me they’ve been to other places and physicians are giving them one choice or telling them, ‘Don’t worry, honey, I’ll pick your size, you’re going to look fine.’ 3D imaging has been around for eight years or so, we had it when it first came out. We’re going to show you on a three-dimensional image of yourself, so that really there’s no guesswork. This is exactly what it’s going to look like.”

How do you present the IDEAL IMPLANT as an option for Louisville, KY, breast implants?

“It’s really the only new type of implant that’s been introduced in years. And we show them underneath the cloth, it feels just like a gel implant. Yet it has some sizing interoperability that you don’t have with a fixed volume gel. The incision is a little bit smaller, and the warranty is really as good or better than anything else that’s out there. Well, what’s the negative? It costs more. I do explain to them though, if you’re going for silicone gel you’re looking at MRIs at the cost of $1,500 – $2,500 each if you really want to know. And how many are you going to have of these things? You can have more MRI costs than the whole procedure costs. A lot of times the patients will select the IDEAL IMPLANT, never having heard of it before they come in.” 

How do your IDEAL IMPLANT patients feel about their choice of Louisville, KY, breast implants?

“They love them. They feel like a gel implant and if they’re worried about a rupture, it takes the whole rupture question out of the mix. But it’s rare that the patient, when presented with the merits of the IDEAL IMPLANT, if cost is not the issue, that they won’t choose that. Because there really is no reason not to. I think patients like the fact that this is the newest, latest and greatest state-of-the-art implant. There really haven’t been any big changes in silicone gel implants in a long time, other than the consistency of the gel, so this is revolutionary.  I think the patients understand that you have something that feels like a gel implant, which is why we like gel implants, that doesn’t wrinkle like a gel implant, which this does not, that has the longevity that’s as good or better than most of the gel implants, that has a warranty that’s as good or better than all of the gel implants. And it has a smaller incision because you roll it up like a cigar and stuff it in a smaller hole. What’s the negatives doc? Well, it costs more. So they understand that and say, well that’s why it costs more.”

Why do women schedule their breast augmentations at Salzman Cosmetic Surgery and Spa?

“I think that our patients are pretty impressed that everything I’m saying is different than what they’ve heard in the two or three other consultations. We charge more, but we’re doing all these other things that people aren’t doing. We’re not stuffing implants in you while you’re awake. We’re using a $30,000 3D imaging machine. We’re doing a high-resolution ultrasound pectoralis muscle block. So, what we’re doing is different. That’s how we separate ourselves from the pack, in that we’re doing a much more advanced procedure. Our schedule rate is probably close to 100% even if they’ve seen ten surgeons. It’s been exciting over the last couple of years because what we’re doing is so different. I’m aghast when I see some of the consultations that patients have and they tell us, ‘Well, Dr. So-and-So didn’t say anything about that.’ You can still do a tummy tuck like they did in 1975, that’s fine, but there have been some advances. There’s some newer ways of doing it. If you’re not willing to accept the fact that something’s new and present that as an option just because you think it’s no good, or you just don’t want to do it, that’s probably not a great thing. You can say you choose not to for whatever reason, but I really don’t like when the physician poo-poos something that they don’t have because it either costs money to do, or it takes time to learn. They say, ‘Oh that, you don’t need it. That’s an advancement that doesn’t matter.’ And that’s not really true because these things do matter.”

What does your cosmetic surgery center have to offer besides a variety of Louisville, KY, breast implants?

“Well, I think our office is a little bit unique. We have a AAAASF, nationally certified operating room. We use board-certified anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists. We practice under the guidelines of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Aesthetic Society. So it’s a state of the art operating room. We’re doing Brazilian Butt Lifts under ultrasound. We’re doing tummy tucks with no drains, a painless drainless tummy tuck. I do my own tap blocks, putting in numbing medicine in between the muscles of the abdominal wall, which really has helped for patients because it lasts for three days, revolutionizing their post-op care. We’re doing some state of the art things that not everybody’s doing and we have a beautiful facility and fantastic staff that is there to cater to our patients. It’s just a different type of practice.”

Learn More About Louisville, KY, Breast Implants By Scheduling Your Consultation Today

Dr. Salzman is dedicated to staying up to date with medical advancements so his patients can achieve their aesthetic goals safely and efficiently. At your consultation, he will take the time to explain your options, answer your questions, and address your concerns. Dr. Salzman is one of the exclusive surgeons in the Louisville area to offer the IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Breast Implant.

Considering breast implants in Louisville? Contact Dr. Marc Salzman today to discuss your options. Simply call (502) 425-5200, or visit https://www.itbecomesyou.com/. Dr. Salzman’s office is located at 4702 Chamberlain Lane, Louisville, KY, 40241. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants.

Plastic surgery is an evolving science, with newer and safer methods for enhancement being developed yearly. At Salzman Cosmetic Surgery and Spa in Louisville, KY, plastic surgery trends follow the latest safe and effective technologies. Dr. Marc Salzman dedicates his time to staying up to date with medical research so his patients have access to the latest technological advances. We spoke with Dr. Salzman about the latest developments in plastic surgery, breast implants, and how his patients benefit from access to more options for enhancement.

Why Choices are Important in Plastic Surgery

We asked Dr. Salzman why he offers a wide variety of plastic surgery options, including the newest breast implant, the IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implant. Dr. Salzman is one of the exclusive surgeons in the Louisville, KY, area to offer IDEAL IMPLANT among other new technologies. Dr. Salzman explains, 

“I’m always surprised when I read online or patients tell me they’ve been to other places and physicians are giving them one choice or is telling them, ‘Don’t worry, honey, I’ll pick your size, you’re going to look fine,’  And I’m aghast when they tell us, ‘Well, Dr. So-and-So didn’t say anything about that.’ You can still do a tummy tuck like they did in 1975, that’s fine, but there have been some advances. There are some newer ways of doing it. The same thing with the IDEAL IMPLANT. If you’re not willing to accept the fact that something’s new and present that as an option just because you think it’s no good or you don’t want to do it, that’s probably not a great thing. You can say, ‘I choose not to’ for whatever reason, but I really don’t like when the physician pooh-poohs something that they don’t have because it either costs money to do or it takes time to learn. They say, ‘Oh, that you don’t need. That’s an advancement that doesn’t matter.’ And that’s not really true because some of these things do matter.”

Louisville, KY, Plastic Surgery Trends and Breast Implant Options

Since Dr. Salzman does not approach cosmetic surgery as “one size fits all,” we asked him how he helps women pick the best breast implants for their bodies. Every woman is different, so Dr. Salzman takes his time with each patient to find out exactly which breast implant will give her the results she wants. According to Dr. Salzman, 

“We’ll start out the conversation saying there’s a right implant for you, but there’s also probably a few right implants for you. We’re going to show you on a three-dimensional image of yourself, so that really there’s no guesswork. This is exactly what it’s going to look like. 3D imaging has been around for eight years or so. We had it when it first came out. The primary thing that we do is to try and get a feel for what the patient wants. And I think it’s helpful if the patient brings in a photo. Almost every patient will bring a few photos of what their goal is, what they want to look like, and then that kind of starts the ball.”

After learning about his patient’s cosmetic goals, Dr. Salzman provides information about breast implant options, Louisville, KY, plastic surgery trends, and the new technologies he offers. He explains the process of looking at these options, “What kind of implant are we looking at? High profile, extra high profile, more of a modest, rather than just say, “this is what you need.” We have all the implants lying on the table. And I say, there is a reason to use every single one of these.

“I present the option of the IDEAL IMPLANT. It’s the most expensive one, it’s the most modern one, it’s really the only new type of implant that’s been introduced in years. And we show them the implant underneath the little cloth. It feels just like a silicone gel implant. Yet it has some sizing interoperability that you don’t have with a fixed volume silicone gel. The incision is a little bit smaller, the warranty is really as good or better than anything else that’s out there. My patients ask, ‘well, what’s the negative?’ It costs more, and my patients say, ‘you get what you pay for.’ And a lot of times the patients will select the IDEAL IMPLANT, never having heard of it before they come in.”

When talking to his patients about Louisville, KY, plastic surgery trends and the benefits and compromises of the IDEAL IMPLANT, Dr. Salzman says 

“I think the only downside that I’ve seen is it takes longer to put the thing in. You have to pump all the saline, both lumens, where for me it takes me 15 seconds to put in a silicone gel implant. But, I think patients like the fact that this is the newest, latest, and greatest state-of-the-art implant. There really hasn’t been any big changes in silicone gel implants in a long time, other than the consistency of the gel. So this is revolutionary. I think the patients understand that you have something that feels like a silicone gel implant, which is why we like the silicone gel implants. That doesn’t wrinkle like a silicone gel implant, which this does not. That has the longevity that’s as good or better than most of the silicone gel implants. That has a warranty that’s as good or better than all of the silicone gel implants. And it has a smaller incision because you roll it up like a cigar and stuff it in a smaller hole. What are the negatives? Well it costs more. So my patients understand that and say, ‘well that’s why it costs more.’”

Breast Augmentations and Louisville, KY, Plastic Surgery Trends

In addition to offering the latest breast implant options Dr. Salzman approaches breast augmentation surgery in a new way. His methods typically lead to less downtime and reduced pain during recovery. Dr. Salzman explains, 

“I’ve been doing pectoralis muscle blocks for two-and-a-half years now. That’s under high-resolution ultrasound, putting a long-acting numbing medicine. We use ropivacaine, and we put that in between the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor muscle, where the nerves that supply the muscles come out of the underarm, and that’s the spasm that you get when you create this pocket. Three years ago when I would go back to the patient in the recovery room and say, ‘How are you feeling?’ the thinner patient with bigger implants would say, ‘I feel like an elephant is on my chest and I can’t breathe.’ That’s the response of the muscle tightening and having this implant underneath it. Well, when you paralyze it, so to speak, by using the long-acting numbing medicine, we don’t get that rapid tension and the patients don’t feel like an elephant sitting on their chest. I’ve also noticed that because of that block, we don’t see implants way up in the underarm. All these massage things and special bras and all that, we don’t have any of those things. Patients can pretty much do what they want the next day.”

Salzman Cosmetic Surgery and Spa

We asked Dr. Salzman how his practice, Salzman Cosmetic Surgery and Spa, compares to other practices around Louisville, KY. Plastic surgery trends are just one aspect of a cosmetic surgery practice. Safety, efficiency, and personalized care are also needed to give patients lasting results and the best experience possible. Dr. Salzman tells us, 

“I think our office is a little bit unique in most parts of the country. We have a AAAASF, nationally certified operating room. We use board-certified anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists. We practice under the guidelines of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Aesthetic Society. So it’s a state of the art operating room. We have ultrasound, we’ve got up to date things for liposuction. We’re doing BBLs, Brazilian butt lifts, under ultrasound. We’re doing tummy tucks with no drains, a painless, drainless tummy tuck. I do my own TAP blocks, putting in numbing medicine in between the muscles of the abdominal wall, which really has helped for patients because it lasts for three days, it revolutionized their post-op care. We’re doing some state of the art things that not everybody’s doing and we have a beautiful facility and fantastic staff that is there to cater to our patients. And we have nurse practitioners taking care of our patients. It’s just a different type of practice.”

Considering breast implants in Louisville? Contact Dr. Marc Salzman today to discuss your options. Simply call (502) 425-5200, or visit www.itbecomesyou.com. Dr. Salzman’s office is located at 4702 Chamberlain Lane, Louisville, KY, 40241. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants.