A Complete Guide to Mommy Makeover Surgery Posted on July 12, 2022 By Dr. Lauren Crawford Few experiences can match holding your infant for the first time or watching a toddler take their first steps. Parenthood is filled with joyous moments, and you wouldn’t trade them for anything. For some women, though, the physical toll of pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding undermines their confidence. And no amount of time spent at the … Read More➝
Breast Implant “Settling”: What to Expect When the Bandages Come Off Posted on May 24, 2022 By Monica Rodriguez Immediately after surgery, patients are instructed to wear a bandage until their post-operative appointment the next day. It is important to note that for some, the first glimpse that patients get of their new breasts may come as a bit of a surprise. When breast implants are situated beneath the pectoral muscles, breasts often … Read More➝
Saline vs Silicone: Which ones right for me? Posted on November 9, 2021 By Monica Rodriguez Patients often ask if saline or silicone breast implants are better for breast augmentation. Understanding the characteristics of the various implants is key in choosing the appropriate implant that is going to achieve the look and feel you desire! There are many types, sizes, and profiles of breast implants to consider. Synergy Plastic Surgery is … Read More➝
Cirugia Durante la Pandemia Posted on March 29, 2021 By Monica Rodriguez ¿Es seguro hacerse un aumento de senos durante este tiempo? Es importante considerar las estadísticas de COVID-19 en su región. Comprender la prevalencia de COVID-19 en su comunidad puede ayudarle en su decisión de continuar con un procedimiento quirúrgico, incluido el aumento de senos. En Synergy Plastic Surgery, nuestros cirujanos certificados por la Junta operan … Read More➝
Cosmetic Surgery during the COVID-19 Pandemic Posted on March 29, 2021 By Monica Rodriguez Is it safe to have a breast augmentation during this time? It is important to consider COVID-19 statistics in your region. Understanding the prevalence of COVID-19 in your community can aid in your decision to continue with a surgical procedure, including breast augmentation. At Synergy Plastic Surgery, our board certified surgeons operate out of our … Read More➝
Uneven Breasts? Breast Augmentation Can Correct That Posted on December 16, 2020 By Dr. Mahlon Kerr Much of our body is based on symmetry and balance. We have 2 eyes, 2 ears, 2 hands, and so on. The human eye is trained to appreciate this harmony and find symmetry beautiful—which is why it can be distracting when body parts such as breasts are uneven. Many women struggle with asymmetrical breasts that … Read More➝
Can You Breastfeed With Implants? Posted on November 17, 2020 By Dr. Mahlon Kerr Women from all walks of life enjoy the flattering results that breast implants can create. However, if you plan to have children in the future, it’s natural to wonder if implants will impact your ability to breastfeed safely. Good news: In most cases, women with breast implants are able to breastfeed in the future without … Read More➝
How to Sleep After Breast Augmentation Posted on October 16, 2020 By Dr. Mahlon Kerr Rest is one of the most important parts of recovering from plastic surgery. However, if you just underwent breast augmentation at our Austin, Texas, practice, you may find sleep somewhat difficult. Swelling, new implants, and tight compression garments can make relaxation challenging. But if rest is a major part of healing and recovery, what are … Read More➝
5 Questions to Ask at Your Breast Augmentation Consultation Posted on August 31, 2020 By Dr. Mahlon Kerr The first step in every breast augmentation journey is to schedule a consultation. Our Austin, Texas patients use this time to get answers to a variety of questions about surgery, recovery, and results. There’s never a wrong question to ask at a consultation. But if you’re unsure what to ask, here are 5 useful conversation … Read More➝
Fat Grafting vs. Implants for Breast Augmentation Posted on May 27, 2020 By Dr. Mahlon Kerr The idea of taking a patient's unwanted fat from one area of her body and using it to increase the size of the breasts has a definite "best of both worlds" quality. And, for the right patient, fat transfer breast augmentation at our Austin, Texas cosmetic surgery practice can be an excellent option. But the … Read More➝