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Hearing about a new type of breast implant is one thing, but learning about it through the real experiences of a plastic surgeon and his patient is even more helpful. Dr. Michael Rossi is a premier plastic surgeon who specializes in San Diego breast implants. He and his patient discuss IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants to provide an in-depth look at how it is changing the game for breast augmentation patients. The story begins with Dr. Rossi’s patient sharing her breast augmentation journey. 

Breast Implant Concerns

“I had 18 year-old saline breast implants that needed to be replaced. I’ve had two kids in the meantime, and after breastfeeding both of them, it was just time to address that. I’m a little jaded when it comes to silicone gel implants for a couple of reasons. First of all, when I had my primary breast augmentation, silicone gel implants weren’t even offered on the market. Secondly, as a plastic surgery patient care coordinator in San Diego, I’ve seen a lot of cases of silicone gel implant ruptures and leaks that are just quite messy and I just knew ultimately silicone gel was not an option for me.” 

Why Silicone Gel Implants Weren’t for Me

“I had two main concerns that led me to not want a silicone gel implant. Number one: I did not want to have an MRI every three years to check on it. I’m a mother of two, I work, and I don’t have time to worry or think about what’s in my body. Number two: the rupture cases that I’ve seen while working for a plastic surgeon and the amount of cleanup that he has to do for some of them is pretty gross.” 

Finding the Right Fit With IDEAL IMPLANT

“I first learned about IDEAL IMPLANT through my work as a patient care coordinator, and working with Dr. Rossi. He worked closely with the IDEAL IMPLANT reps and he knew my concerns about silicone gel, so he suggested it as a good option for me to ease any qualms I had. And so he and I worked together to make sure it was a good fit for me, for my body.

“I have very limited breast tissue, so that was a concern with my old saline implants. But now with  the IDEAL IMPLANT, I don’t feel like I have any concerns as far as rippling, even though I do have minimal breast tissue. It was a collective effort between Dr. Rossi and I finding the best suited implant for my concerns and my wants and needs.”

Why I Love My IDEAL IMPLANTS

“I feel like I got the best of both worlds with the IDEAL IMPLANT. My breasts feel soft, they feel natural, and I also have the peace of mind that I don’t have to worry if anything were to happen to them. I also didn’t want to have to get an MRI every three years just to double check on my implants. I know exactly what’s going on with them right now every day, so I’m very much excited for that.”

My Procedure

“I had the surgery done on April 2, so I’m just at about 12 weeks now. I feel better than ever. I always joke with Dr. Rossi, “I wish I had this done 10 years ago,” and he says, “Then you wouldn’t have had me”. And I love that because everything happens for a reason and timing is everything. I truly am so grateful for the outcome. My recovery was super easy. I did have to get a full lift, so I have the full anchor scar which can be concerning to some women, but it was necessary. Dr. Rossi and I agreed that it was the best option for what I wanted because I did want to go smaller. The recovery was great. It was actually really, really easy, and I would do it again.

“The main reason why I chose to have a breast lift is because I wanted to go smaller. After having two children, the skin stretching was just a little too much. I just wanted to go back to my previous size so I could feel like myself again. I think the biggest concern that most women have about a full breast lift is the scarring. But that’s why you seek out a highly reputable surgeon with impeccable suturing skills like Dr. Rossi. He does all the suturing himself, which says a lot about his style. I think that’s why I have the outcome that I do and why I am so okay with having these scars. And I know that with my fair skin, over time they’ll just fade to nothing.”

The Recovery

“To be really honest, my recovery has truly been a walk in the park, and I’m not just saying that. I mean, I’m sitting here three months out, and I don’t even wear a bra anymore – they are perfect. My breasts stay exactly where they need to be, and I don’t ever have to worry about them. So, it was maybe a couple of days of some discomfort, but it was nothing that a pain medication couldn’t fix. I went back to work five days later, and felt totally fine.”

My Advice 

“It’s important to know that you have a choice and you have options, and it’s not what we’re used to hearing all these years. Breast implant technology has come a long way, and now you can get the best of both worlds with the IDEAL IMPLANT. You can get the softness, you can get the perkiness, and still have that peace of mind knowing exactly what your implants are doing any day. I think women need to know that there is more than one option, and they can have a saline-filled structured implant without having to worry about rippling or that water balloon bag look that used to come with the old school saline implants.

“I think it’s really important to seek out a doctor that is doing this regularly and has a sincere passion for it. And that’s why I sought out Dr. Rossi to do my case. I also feel like it’s important that the breasts look natural, they feel soft, and that they don’t pose any health risks. There are no health concerns connected to the IDEAL IMPLANT, so that should be option number one for anyone who is worried about that. I know there are a lot of things you hear in social media about breast implant illness, or other concerns, but it gave me peace of mind knowing that the IDEAL IMPLANT has no connections to any adverse effect. It requires no monitoring, and has no new known association of complications, which I think is really important.”

Why I Chose Dr. Rossi

“I had multiple consultations with very reputable surgeons, and I felt like every single consultation was exactly the same. It felt like a one-size-fits-all approach. They were all very nice, but I never felt like they were truly listening to my concerns or to my wants, and they weren’t very patient with my questions.

“When I found Dr. Rossi, he was so willing to answer all my questions very patiently and he was very honest about my options. It definitely was not a one-size-fits-all approach. You have to connect with your surgeon. You need to find a surgeon that is passionate about his craft, and lives and breathes it every single day. Dr. Rossi is super charismatic, very charming, and probably one of the best surgeons in San Diego, and I’m lucky that I had the opportunity to work with him.”

At his practice in San Diego, Dr. Michael Rossi helps his patients achieve their cosmetic goals with his perfectionist approach and surgical artistry. He has advanced experience with different types of breast implants and offers an expert opinion about the IDEAL IMPLANT. 

Meet Dr. Rossi

“I’m originally from Chicago, Illinois. I completed my general surgery training in Chicago, followed by a highly intensive program there. My plastic surgery training was in Houston, Texas, in the biggest medical center in the world. That’s where I got my first real, extreme experience with cosmetic surgery. There’s a huge market for plastic surgery in Texas, and I really fell in love with the cosmetic surgical fields, breast surgery in particular.

“I’ve always had a knack for the cosmetic aspect of surgery, but I also really enjoy talking to my patients. I feel like a big part of my practice is helping patients connect the work that is done on their body with their mind, as far as how they feel they should look. That’s the biggest thing about my practice – making sure my patients feel that balance between the mind and the body.”

A Personal Approach

“I am very big on conversation with my patients and making a connection with them. I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach to my patients. I spend an hour to an hour and a half with all my consults so we can get to know each other. I really get to know them on a personal level first, and that helps lead me to a lot of my answers.

“So if they are big into crossfit, if they carry their child around, if they don’t like to work out much, if they surf, if they hike, all these different things tell me a little bit more about their lifestyle. This helps me know what style of implant, what kind of approach, and what pocket to use. I use that information to then lead me to my measurements, which I’m very meticulous about. Then we discuss what it is that they want to accomplish.

“A big part of my mantra is the natural appearing breasts. Most women here don’t want to look overstuffed or augmented, they want to have a natural look. So I spend a lot of time analyzing my patient’s full body from their shoulders to their waist and hips, and explain to them what size, shape, and contour would be best to fit that whole package.”

My Introduction to IDEAL IMPLANT

“At baseline, I’m a bit of a science nerd. I really like to do my research, read journal articles, and see data out there. On Instagram I saw some posts from colleagues about IDEAL IMPLANT and when I learned what the implant was, it was fascinating to me. I thought it was a brilliant idea.

“So I did my own research on the IDEAL IMPLANT, and it really made me feel good that it was developed by a plastic surgeon. Because I think surgeons think very differently, more outside the box compared to the big corporations. I’m very patient centric, and I trust other plastic surgeons who are doing the same work I’m doing, and who also care about their patients. Whereas sometimes I think although companies want to make a good product, the bottom line is about making money. I got a sense of comfort seeing that IDEAL IMPLANT was made by a plastic surgeon.”

A Look at Silicone Gel Implant Rupture

“When I first came to San Diego, some of my biggest cases where these big revision cases. These women would come to me who had other consultations where they weren’t even told that they had capsular contracture. So they were a little shocked when I told them their implants were ruptured. Sure enough, almost every time I operated, they had an older model silicone gel implant where the gel wasn’t as cohesive. And not only did they rupture, but here’s the scary part: the older silicone gel implants’ shell actually sweat. Even though you can’t see a defined rupture within the implant, you can see that there’s this gooey gel-like sweat that’s outside the implant within a hard calcium capsule around it.

“That situation creates quite a problem for these patients. These types of patients are the ones you’ll see with implant related illness as a reaction to the silicone gel. The body walls it off appropriately, it just makes for very lopsided, unattractive looking breasts that are imbalanced. Many times it will progress to a grade four capsular contracture, which creates pain in the breasts. I have seen a lot of that. That is one thing that’s nice about IDEAL IMPLANT; that’s not something you have to worry about.”

Guiding My Patients Decisions 

“I’m seeing a lot of women who are mistrusting of silicone gel because of the news we keep hearing about breast implant related illness, capsular contracture, and now there’s ALCL. All these things are real concerns. With everything that is going on, the conversations I have with my patients have changed a lot over the past year. Women who want the IDEAL IMPLANT  tend to be women who like to feel very natural.They feel safer knowing that there is an inert substance within their body and that they don’t have to worry about getting MRIs because there’s no chance of a foreign substance such as silicone gel leaking into their body.

“With that said, I’m still using a lot of silicone gel in my practice because the silicone gel implant technology has changed drastically, in particular, in the last three to five years. But if a patient really is averse to having silicone gel in her body, then it’s a very natural decision for me. The only saline implant that I really would ever consider using moving forward is IDEAL IMPLANT. The engineering behind it, the shape, the smooth surface, and the decreased rippling make it superior to other saline implants on the market.”

Professional Experience With IDEAL IMPLANT

“The concavity of the bottom of the IDEAL IMPLANT really fits nicely with the chest wall. It gives a very nice lateral breast, nice medial cleavage, and it feels more natural than typical saline implants. For me, the biggest difference is the adjustment of filling the IDEAL IMPLANT, which many surgeons who use primarily silicone gel implants aren’t as familiar with. Once you can adjust to that and know what that looks like inside the body, then it’s no different than every other implant that you place. It just has a different sort of profile, that’s all.”

My IDEAL IMPLANT Patients

“My patients who choose IDEAL IMPLANT are extremely happy. They feel it’s very natural.They’re getting a well-engineered implant made with an inert substance in their body that they don’t have to worry about. They really seem to have an extra level of satisfaction. The shape is really beautiful in the right patient, and the feel is much more natural than saline implants. Overall, my IDEAL IMPLANT patients have all been 10 out of 10 satisfied, which is what I shoot for with every patient. There are no variants and there’s no fall off with IDEAL IMPLANT for sure.”

Giving My Patients the Very Best

“My goal is to create very happy patients and to take really good care of them. If that means using very high end breast implants that I trust, if it means spending the extra time with them to coax them through their anxieties and fears, whatever it may be, I have the energy and the passion for all of that. This is all I would ever want to be doing.”

Learn More About San Diego Breast Implants With Dr. Michael Rossi

Considering breast implants in San Diego? Contact Dr. Michael Rossi today to discuss your options. Simply call 858-997-0085 or visit sandiegoface.com. Dr. Rossi’s office is located at 3252 Holiday Court, Suite 206, La Jolla, CA, 92037. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT ® Structured Breast Implants.

How can one woman’s experience with breast augmentation help you prepare for surgery? Some women feel anxiety when thinking about pain during recovery and wonder how realistic their results will be. Studies show that knowing what to expect before breast surgery will lead to higher satisfaction with your results. In fact, according to the University of Basel, 96% of cosmetic surgery patients reported increased happiness and self-esteem after their procedure. The majority of the 4% who did not feel these benefits were shown to have unrealistic expectations heading into their procedure. 

To give you an idea of what you can expect, we looked at one patient’s experience from the day of surgery to 6 weeks after. Lanegrabella, a RealSelf user, posted her experience on the website. Her surgery was performed in October 2018 by Dr. Constance Barone in San Antonio using IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants. Lanegrabella describes herself as 27 years old, 116 pounds, 5’2”, and a mom who breastfed three children. 

Breast Surgery Recovery: Immediately Post-Op

Lanegrabella describes her state 15 hours after her plastic surgery.

“I don’t see many reviews for the IDEAL IMPLANTS, so I am adding my review. Right now I’m about 15 hours post op. I received 335 cc in my right breast and 350 cc in my left breast to correct some symmetry. As a point of reference, I started very deflated and flat chested after  breastfeeding my wonderful babies. My surgery went quickly, and so far I love my surgeon and her team. They are so efficient and did a beautiful job. I’ve had the normal pain and [have been] nauseous, but I’ve already started to feel a little less pain and nausea. I hope it continues to improve from here.”

This experience is common. Most surgeries are finished in under one hour, patients are observed for a short time, then sent home the same day. As a patient, you should plan to have what you need in order to rest as soon as you get home from surgery. This may include food, water, compression garments, and prescriptions.

Breast Surgery Recovery: One Day Post-Op

One day after her breast augmentation Lanegrabella details her recovery.

“Today has been rough. I woke up in a lot of pain. I had my first post op appointment. My surgeon wants me to begin doing aggressive massage twice a day, and it hurts so bad. I feel like I have some uneven swelling. More swelling on the right side. They are so high and tight. It’s just been a very painful day. On a positive note I took a shower today.”

Every patient has a different experience with pain but knowing that you will most likely experience it in some capacity is important. Patients experience the most pain in the first few days after surgery and typically take pain medication to manage it. These first days of recovery can be difficult, but the benefits of breast implants are long lasting.

Lanegrabella also mentions her breast implants are “high and tight.” This “high and tight” feeling happens because the skin and muscles around the implants need to relax and stretch to accommodate the increase in volume. In the first few weeks after plastic surgery, you will notice your breast implants begin to drop down into their final position and fill out the bottom of the breast pocket. Surrounding muscles relax resulting in a more natural shape and a softer feel. 

Breast Surgery Recovery: Four Days Post-Op

Almost one week after her surgery Lanegrabella states,

“Things are going well. I’m slowly getting into the swing of things again. I am able to do my breast massages without too much pain. I still have pain, but I’m only taking extra strength Tylenol twice a day. Boobs are still high and tight.”

How long after your surgery can you return to normal activities? The answer is different for every patient, however Lanegrabella’s experience is average. Between three and seven days post-op most patients are able to stop taking narcotics for pain management and can return to work and social activities. Exercising should still be avoided after a breast augmentation until you are cleared by your board-certified plastic surgeon. 

Dr. Barone advised Lanegrabella to perform daily breast massage for several weeks after her surgery, which can help prevent capsular contracture. Capsular contracture happens when the capsule surrounding the breast implant begins to tighten and harden. In severe cases this condition requires reoperation. It is not known what causes capsular contracture, though there are some ways to help prevent it from happening. Daily breast massage can help but it is important to talk with your surgeon before beginning these massages. Some breast implants have higher rates of capsular contracture, so before you pick a breast implant for your surgery do some research about capsular contracture rates. To get started visit this page https://idealimplant.com/compare/.

Breast Surgery Recovery: Two Weeks Post-Op

Pain, swelling, and the “high and tight” feeling continues to improve. Lanegrabella describes what life is like two weeks after her plastic surgery.

“Things have been going well. I think some of the swelling has gone down, and my boobs now feel a lot softer to the touch. It’s nice to know that they will continue to get soft. My sister was impressed with how soft they are already (she got silicone implants four years ago). Pain is very minimal. To me it feels like my boobs felt in the early nursing days. A little sore. I keep thinking to myself, ‘I need to go pump.’ lol. I only need about one extra strength Tylenol a day, and some days I don’t even need any. Things started to get better around six days post op. The hardest part now is protecting them from my little ones. My one year old always wants to lay on them, and that’s not possible right now. I look forward to being able to pick him up again.

I’m still going bra free and doing my massages as per the doctors orders. I have my second follow up appointment in two days. I hope she says everything is going well.”

Breast Surgery Recovery: Six Weeks Post-Op

Six weeks after her breast augmentation Lanegrabella reports that she is feeling more and more like her normal self.

“Things are going well. I just have to remember to do my massages. I still have pain occasionally, but not most of the time. I’m still most comfortable when I’m sleeping on my back. It feels a little weird to sleep on my side. Could be because I’m not wearing a bra. They have dropped some, but I can’t wait until they have dropped a little more . . .”

At this point in recovery most women are cleared by their plastic surgeon to resume all normal activities including exercise. As in Lanegrabella’s experience, pain should be minimal six weeks out, but do not be surprised if you experience some lingering pain. If you feel a sudden increase in pain or other symptoms, do not hesitate to call your surgeon. Lanegrabella reports after over two months of healing, “I was having a lot of sudden pain in one my breasts. Dr. Barone let me come right in to examine the issue. It turned out that I had just pulled a muscle, but I really appreciate the way she handled the situation.” 

Schedule Your Plastic Surgery With Dr. Barone Today

After almost four months with her breast implants Lanegrabella reports “All in all, I do really like them. I think they look amazing, and they’ve given me a lot of confidence.” If you are considering a breast enhancement visit Dr. Barone for a consultation. With over 25 years of experience in cosmetic surgery Dr. Barone has helped hundreds of women gain more confidence in their bodies. Dr. Barone is one of the exclusive plastic surgeons in the San Antonio area to offer the IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Breast Implant, and is an IDEAL IMPLANT Premier Surgeon. This new implant provides a natural look and feel, the safety of only saline inside, and some of the lowest rates of rupture and capsular contracture in any breast implant available today.

Considering breast implants in San Antonio? Contact Dr. Constance Barone today to discuss your options. Simply call 210-268-1596, or visit www.baroneplasticsurgery.com. Dr. Barone’s office is located at 9502 Huebner Road, Suite 202 San Antonio, TX 78240. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants.

Do you wish you could get advice from someone who has had a breast augmentation, but don’t know who to ask? While every person’s body is unique and your breast implants, before and after, surgery may not be exactly the same as someone else’s, most women find it extremely helpful to read personal stories from former or current patients to know what to expect throughout the breast augmentation process. 

A recent 36-year-old female patient of Los Angeles-based board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bresnick shared her personal experience with breast augmentation on RealSelf. She chose the new IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants for her procedure. In her posts, she discusses her consultation with Dr. Bresnick, choosing breast implant sizes, the day of the surgery, and the recovery process.

While a lot of women and surgeons used to think, “bigger is better” when it came to breast augmentation, trends have changed. Most women now want proportionate, natural-looking breasts that fit their body type. This patient said she only considered an augmentation after looking at realistic breast implants “before and after” photos.

“. . . For many years I was grateful for my 36B sized breast and very adamantly did not want breast implants because I thought I would look like I had two coconuts on my chest. I work in the aesthetic industry and in the more recent years I have seen so many gorgeous natural looking breast augmentations. . . “

Before a breast augmentation, it’s imperative that every patient select a plastic surgeon who is board-certified and can deliver fantastic results.

“After neurotically researching doctors in my area, I chose Dr. Stephen Bresnick (solid 5-star Yelp and seen his work firsthand). The end result of any beautiful breast job is a reflection of the true artistry mastered by the surgeon. Take your time looking through the Drs portfolio of before and afters. Of course I tried to select a woman of similar breast size and weight as myself to judge the overall potential outcome. . .”

Since every woman’s body is unique, different breast implant sizes won’t look the exact same on every person. Here are some tips this patient gives on finding the right size for you.

“I decided on the IDEAL IMPLANT for the safety and peace of mind, the decision was easy however deciding on the size was not! The doctor asked me to select three images of my wish boobs. He was very honest about what I could realistically expect. The women I liked had swoop style breasts which is more easily achieved with silicone. Saline is more round and takes time to settle lower in the breast . . .

“Since my choice was saline the doctor informed me that whatever range was possible to feel the implant, he would have to fill it half way in order for the implant to give the nipple a natural lift effect. Without putting this effect into place the natural roundness of the implant would have my nipple pointed towards the ground. This is the part of the consultation where I realized going with a doctor of 27 years experience is critical at spotting a problem before it becomes one. My desired breast size would be a full C small D, and the doctor ordered two different size implants and said he would put both in and pick which ever looked the fullest but the most natural.

“If you need guidance on how many cc will look best, I recommend trying out the rice bag test at home. There are online instructions of how much rice to fill to simulate X number of cc. The rice is placed in a hose tied off and compressed around your natural breast in a thin tight fitting sports bra. It does look weird without any nipples, so I put two marbles inside the sports bra over the bags.

“Rice sizer helped tremendously, allows you to feel the weight and see how a variety of your clothes will fit. 460 cc felt way too big, 425 cc was what looked and felt best.”

Your doctor should discuss every detail of the surgery and recovery process with you at your appointments. Any preparation you can take care of beforehand will help things go easier for you. This patient suggests prepping for your recovery well beforehand.

“Don’t wait to the last minute, I picked up my prescription meds the same day he wrote them, two weeks before the surgery day. I lined all the medications on the counter and marked them with sharpie indicating which time and how many and which ones had to be taken with food. Make sure to pick up all of your favorite frozen meals, protein bars, bone broth soups, stool softener, probiotics and Epsom salts.”

The Day of Breast Augmentation Surgery

“Surgery went right on schedule. Wore scrub pants, and a snap down shirt, with oversized jacket. I spoke with the nurses and anesthesiologist about how nervous my bf was, this funny banter went on for five min or so, then I remember nothing.

“I woke up in postop recovery feeling like I had had the best nap of my life. My chest was wrapped and I couldn’t see or peek! I asked the nurse what size and she said 405. I was a little disappointed because after our conversation this was not part of the plan in order to raise the nipple. However it wasn’t until later that day at home that I opened up my envelope and saw my card and it said that I received 435 in the left breast and 445 in the right breast. She simply stated 405 because that’s the standard size ordered before they put in the saline. I took Percocet every four hours and the pain was controlled and the extra bonus was it helped me sleep most of that day.

“The pressure/soreness was similar to a strong workout at the gym (and I mean strong work out like as in haven’t worked out in a few years and you get DOMS delayed onset muscle soreness) but very tolerable. . . . Everyone told me to buy certain bras from Amazon, but I’m glad I did not. My doctor has me wearing a loose-fitting sports bra.”

Though you can expect to see your results right away, most implants start out high and have to “drop”and settle into place over a period of time.

“When my bandage compression was removed the second day my breast were quite high. I expected this and I know it will take time. I fully trust my doctors advice and artistry.”

Your doctor will probably also ask you to massage your breasts after surgery to help reduce the growth of a scar tissue capsule around the implant. This will also keep the implants soft and flexible.

“Had another follow up Monday and the nurse showed me how to do my dressing changes and my breast massage exercises. Doing the exercises the first few days were a pain because she asked me to do 20 side presses and milk squeezes every two hours throughout the day. My breast are tight and very firm but today is Thursday and since Monday I can feel them moving much easier.

“I am not experiencing any pain, however the right boob starts to ache when I’m doing my exercises. It almost feels like a Charlie horse along the side of my breast near my underarm.”

A week or two after surgery you will need to go back into your plastic surgeon’s office so they can remove the sutures and check for any infections in the incisions.

“Today has been one week since my surgery and I’m loving my boobs more everyday. My visit today was with the nurse to remove the sutures. This nurse has worked with the same surgeon for 10 years and fully capable of routine postoperative care and can identify things that are normal and things that are not. Thankfully my incisions are healing nicely with minimal bruising.”

Most women experience a significant boost in confidence after a breast augmentation. This patient couldn’t wait to fill out an unpadded bra after surgery.

“Couldn’t resist a stop by VS (Victoria’s Secret). First sexy lacy bra fitting. I know it’s early but I’ve been dreaming of the day I can fill out a lacy PADLESS bra. So far 36D fits best. I am so grateful to my surgeon, and his entire staff. Truly amazed and hard to believe a week ago I had barely b’s (all breast sizes are beautiful but I fantasized larger to harmonize with the rest of my body, beauty is definitely in the eye of the beholder!)”

It’s important that you follow all the instructions of your plastic surgeon after your procedure. Twenty days after surgery this patient was still diligent in doing her exercises to promote healing and recovery.

“I have been wearing the band this way for one week (nurse said it will help the top of the chest line drop/soften more naturally) We will see what the doc thinks at the follow up tomorrow . . . I am very pleased with how they are softening. The bottom of the breast more dramatically, while the top is still high and firm. I do my best to do the exercises but admittedly miss the every two hour mark (sometimes it’s more like four). The ace band has been uncomfortable, feels sore pushing on the numb upper breast area.”

By day twenty-five after surgery this patient was noticing a significant change in the way her breasts felt and really starting to enjoy her new look. 

“I don’t think my boobs ever touched while laying on my side before. I am loving my side lying cleavage! Still wearing my ace bandage to bed and keeping my incisions covered. Breast feel softer each day. When I do the massage, I can feel the bag under my skin, kinda weird. I wonder if I will always feel the bag (you can feel it more so with firm squeezes, soft breast squeezes and tissue feels natural).”

On day twenty-eight this patient’s breasts were almost in their final position and feeling much more natural.

“My breast are starting to settle but still have more dropping to do. They are so much softer. When I do breast massage, I no longer have to squeeze as hard with my hand, it requires a lot less effort.”

Breast Implants Before and After Surgery with IDEAL IMPLANT

Dr. Stephen Bresnick is one of an exclusive group of surgeons who offers the latest in breast implant technology to his patients with IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants. This innovative new breast implant technology combines the safety of saline with the natural look and feel women expect from a silicone gel breast implant. The IDEAL IMPLANT has a lower risk of both rupture and capsular contracture when compared to silicone gel implants, and you can notice a leak just by looking in the mirror. The IDEAL IMPLANT is only offered by board-certified plastic surgeons and is FDA approved for women ages 18 and older in breast augmentation. 

About Dr. Stephen Bresnick

Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Bresnick is a native of Los Angeles who completed his undergraduate work, Master’s degree, and Doctoral Degree at UCLA. Dr. Bresnick earned his M.D. at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Following graduation from medical school, Dr. Bresnick completed his surgery internship and surgery residency at Stanford University, followed by a three-year plastic surgery residency at Stanford. Dr. Bresnick was named Chief Resident in Plastic Surgery at Stanford in 1996. 

Once becoming a fully trained plastic surgeon, Dr. Bresnick completed a Craniofacial Plastic Surgery fellowship at USC and Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. He was named Clinical Instructor in Plastic Surgery from 1996-1997. Dr. Bresnick was appointed Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Plastic Surgery at USC in 1997, and remained on the full-time faculty for five years. During this time, Dr. Bresnick taught plastic surgery and lectured extensively, both nationally and internationally. Dr. Bresnick has won many awards and is recognized as an expert in plastic surgery. He has published nine books in medicine and science and has authored over 20 articles published in medical journals.

Considering breast implants in Los Angeles, CA? Contact Dr. Bresnick today to discuss your options. Simply call (818) 981-3333, or visit www.drbresnick.com. Dr. Bresnick’s office is located at 16633 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 110 – Lobby Level Encino, CA 91436. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants.