The primary goal of breast reduction surgery is to reduce the size of the breasts, but that is not the only thing being done during the procedure. Plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Troy Pittman focuses on adjusting and refining the shape of the breasts to give you aesthetically stunning results.
Your process begins by determining how much reduction is required in order to ensure that your new breast size complements the proportions of your body. Once the proper amount of volume is removed, Dr. Pittman will shape the remaining tissue so that the breasts are symmetrical and aesthetically pleasing. The nipple-areolar […]
What is Symmastia?
Symmastia, commonly known as uni-boob, is a condition caused by displacement of breast implants leaving little or no cleavage. The condition can range from mild displacement, leaving the breasts touching in the midline, to a more severe condition where the breast implant pocket is destroyed in the midline, allowing the implant to move from one side of the chest to the other. Basically, anything that pulls the skin in the midline away from the chest wall can result in symmastia.
Common causes of symmastia are:
Breast implants that are too wide
Over dissection of the implant pocket in the midline
Symmastia is […]
Breast augmentation plastic surgery isn’t a one-size-fits-all procedure. There are a wide variety of variables for each patient to consider before she undergoes breast augmentation surgery, and so it’s crucial to have a skilled plastic surgeon guide you through the process. That way, you’ll get a realistic assessment of all the possibilities.
When it comes to breast augmentation plastic surgery, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Troy Pittman works closely with each individual patient to ensure that they have the precise course of treatment custom-tailored to their needs. It’s crucial that each client go into surgery with a full understanding of what results […]
My surgeon told me he would decide during surgery whether or not I could undergo breast reconstruction immediately, but I’m so glad he decided to wait before proceeding with implants. It gave me a chance to heal, and the results of my reconstruction are just remarkable,” said Sarah Bessin, a 47-year-old breast cancer survivor.
Bessin was diagnosed with breast cancer in July 2015. After she opted to begin breast reconstruction at the same time of her mastectomy in October 2015, Bessin reaped the benefits of undergoing breast reconstruction that combines two tissue-saving technologies to diagnose and avoid serious complications.
The unique combination […]
According to the experts, about 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Everyone knows somebody whose life has been impacted by this destructive disease.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Troy Pittman has made it part of his life’s mission to help breast cancer patients and survivors. As part of treatment for breast cancer, many women must undergo mastectomy surgery, a process that can leave a patient feeling unhappy and uncomfortable with their altered body. Doctor Pittman is an expert at performing complex breast reconstruction for these women in order to ease the […]
