Choosing the best type of cosmetic breast surgery is a major decision. When looking for breast enhancement options, you may wonder if you should go with a breast lift, an augmentation, or both. Luckily, augmentations and lifts are surgeries that can be performed simultaneously and provide different benefits, so you do not necessarily have to pick one over the other. Dr. Troy Pittman, a board-certified cosmetic breast surgeon, can explain how each procedure will affect you, and how they can complement each other.
Difference Between a Breast Lift and Augmentation
A breast lift procedure aims to reposition the breasts on the chest […]
Breast augmentation is the most requested plastic surgery in the United States, of which the majority of patients utilize implants. Breast implants can restore your confidence but they are not a permanent fixture in your life. They could be damaged due to a heavy impact such as a slip and fall or a car accident, and they tend to degrade over time. So how long should you expect your breast implants last? Patients are wise to research the issue and speak to a board-certified and highly experienced breast surgeon like Dr. Troy Pittman to learn more.
Typical Lifespan of Implants
Breast implants […]
At a time as uncertain as the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been renewed focus on health and wellness for many over the past year. As plastic surgeons, this is something we take very seriously. Although much of our job involves addressing our patients’ physical attributes, we want to give the same amount of attention to their overall emotional wellness. It is our pleasure to announce that Dr. Michael Somenek and Dr. Troy Pittman are the guest editors for the May Wellness Issue for DC Modern Luxury.
Many patients seek out plastic surgery due to insecurities with a specific aspect of their […]
Choosing the right dermal filler for your non-surgical cosmetic improvements is a significant decision. Before you make your choice, you need to consider several factors. Your ideal cosmetic changes and unique skin concerns will influence which dermal filler is right for you, as each one addresses different problems.
Different fillers are composed of distinct substances that provide specific skin benefits which may or may not suit your needs. In addition, each type of dermal filler lasts for a particular amount of time after treatment, sometimes requiring repeated sessions. After considering all of these individual factors, you will have an easier time […]
There finally seems to be an end in sight for the COVID-19 pandemic. Different sources are making educated guesses about when that end will be but practically everyone agrees that we have turned a corner thanks to the vaccine rollouts. It is not too early to start thinking about and working toward getting your body ready for life after the pandemic.
Every trauma we experience triggers change. Social isolation, quarantining inside our homes, gyms closing indefinitely, organized sports suspensions, and extreme stress have taken a toll on us emotionally, psychologically, and physiologically. Change begins with survival, and as time passes, we […]
If you have tried unsuccessfully to achieve flat, toned abs through diet and exercise, you might want to consider a tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty. One frequently asked question about this surgical procedure is: Does stomach fat reappear after a tummy tuck and/or liposuction?
The answer is usually no, but under certain circumstances it could be yes. It all depends on what happens before, during, and after the procedure.
The Tummy Tuck Procedure
As with any form of surgery, it is good to develop a relationship with your plastic surgeon and openly discuss all your questions and concerns. Although a tummy […]
More women than ever are opting to enhance their figures through breast augmentation. However, there are still some questions and concerns that many people have, especially regarding the woman’s age. What is the right age to get a breast augmentation?
The simple answer is that there is no certain age that is right or wrong. The choice to receive breast augmentation should be a well-informed, well-thought-out decision. Here are some facts to help you decide if breast augmentation is right for you.
The Breast Augmentation Procedure
Breast augmentation involves placing silicone or saline-filled implants under the natural breast, with the patient under anesthesia. […]
The first area of the face to show the signs of aging is usually around the jaw, under the chin, and the neckline. Thinning skin, years of sun exposure, and especially gravity combine to make us look older than we feel. You may be asking yourself: how can I turn back the signs of time in my jaw and neckline?
Using medical grade skincare, applying sunscreen daily, and maintaining a healthy diet and exercise plan can help delay the inevitable signs of aging. But these preventions only go so far. If you are satisfied with the overall shape of your face, […]
Combined Technology in Breast Reconstruction: Improving Outcomes and Avoiding Complications
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Troy Pittman discusses the use of SPY Elite Imaging and Hyperbaric Oxygen to avoid complications in Breast Reconstruction. Learn more about about Combined Technology in Breast Reconstruction by reading Dr. Pittman’s blog “Combined Technology improve Breast Reconstruction Outcomes in Breast Cancer Patients”
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Women LOVE their earrings! I see women all the time wearing elaborate earrings and I can’t help but notice sometimes how much it weighs down the earlobes. The pull of gravity over the years of wearing trendy statement earrings can stretch out earlobes, making them look old and deflated. For some of my patients, women miss wearing the earrings they’ve purchased or received as mementos or gifts because they have become self-conscious of their saggy, long earlobes. The main issue is that the skin envelope loses volume over time(like everything else around our face). This is unfortunately compounded by the […]
