How Much Does a Breast Augmentation Cost? Posted on September 29, 2023 By TLKM Plastic Surgery Breast augmentation can transform your appearance and enhance your confidence. But most people considering the surgery want to know one question before they explore their options further: How much does a breast augmentation cost? The answer can be complex and depends on many factors. Understanding the variables involved in breast augmentation pricing is an important … Read More
5 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Breast Augmentation Posted on July 30, 2021 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe As board-certified plastic surgeons and breast augmentation specialists in Chicago, Dr. Thomas Mustoe and Dr. Sammy Sinno make every effort to prevent any post-op regrets. Patient education and an extensive consultation process make all the difference when it comes to setting you up for success and satisfaction. However, women who have gone through the process … Read More
Tips for Bra Shopping After Breast Augmentation Posted on December 12, 2019 By Dr. Sammy Sinno Our breast augmentation patients in Chicago often say they gain a newfound sense of confidence after getting breast implants. Many of these women find that their increased confidence inspires them to update their wardrobes and appreciate how they now fill out their existing clothes such as workout gear and bathing suits. It also is an … Read More
Saline vs. Silicone Breast Implants: What Are the Trade-Offs? Posted on October 16, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Choosing the type of implants used in breast augmentation is one of the fundamental decisions women make for breast enhancement surgery. Implants can be filled with either saline or silicone gel, and my breast augmentation patients in Chicago make their choices based on personal preferences after I explain each option's trade-offs. Most plastic surgeons strongly push patients … Read More
Breast Augmentation Revision Benefits Posted on July 15, 2019 By Dr. Sammy Sinno Even though the vast majority of women who get breast implants are happy with their results, breast augmentation revision surgery may be needed for a variety of reasons. Breast implants are not designed to last a lifetime and at some point, women either have them replaced or removed. Complications may also lead to a revision … Read More
When Breast Implants Go Wrong: Capsular Contracture Posted on April 15, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Breast augmentation patients at our Chicago practice can rest assured that our board-certified surgeons take every precaution to prevent the development of any unwanted complications. However, any implant surgery carries with it the risk of the body reacting negatively to the new device. No matter the care and precautions taken, capsular contracture is a real, though rare, … Read More
Choosing the Right Surgeon for Your Breast Augmentation Posted on March 25, 2019 By Dr. Sammy Sinno Every year, breast augmentation consistently ranks as one of the top 3 procedures performed according to both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). The fact that breast augmentation is commonly performed should not overshadow the importance of it being carefully planned and performed, and the need … Read More
How to Correct Breast Asymmetry Posted on January 15, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Relatively few people know that approximately 90% of women who have never undergone cosmetic breast surgery have breasts that are visibly uneven. Even when visible, this asymmetry is often fairly minor. But some women are self-conscious about having uneven breasts and choose to get breast augmentation at my Chicago practice as a solution. There are … Read More
Breast Implants: Are They Safe? Posted on October 30, 2018 By Dr. Sammy Sinno Throughout the past several months, many of my Chicago breast augmentation patients have had questions about the safety of breast implants. You might have noticed that there's been increased media coverage about this topic. Patients want to know if implants are safe--and rightly so. The answer is a resounding "yes!" There are some important points … Read More
More Natural-Looking Breast Implants Are Trending Posted on September 15, 2018 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Across the world of aesthetics, it's clear that the "natural look" is coming back. Full eyebrows, freckles, and healthy, balanced bodies are in, thanks in part to celebrity influences and the natural ebb and flow of popular culture. This trend is especially apparent in my breast augmentation patients here in Chicago. I now hear more … Read More