If you are considering breast augmentation surgery, one of your primary goals may be maintaining breasts that look and feel as natural as possible. At Edina Plastic Surgery, we share this goal and believe that your active participation in the decision-making process is crucial. While the skill and expertise of your surgeon are vital, your…
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Each year, tens of thousands of women in the United States have breast augmentation surgery to enhance the size and shape of their breasts and elevate their body confidence. Breast implants continuously rank in the top five of the most popular plastic surgeries performed worldwide. With a satisfaction rate of over 98% and thousands of…
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According to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery’s (ISAPS) annual Global Survey on Aesthetic/Cosmetic Procedures, breast augmentation remains the most common plastic surgical procedure for women worldwide. In 2022, over 2 million women chose to enhance their appearance and confidence with breast implants. That is a 29% increase over 2021. It is not hard…
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Each year, tens of thousands of women in the United States choose to have Mommy Makeover surgery to restore a more youthful-looking body and elevate their self-confidence. But that doesn’t mean that all of these women are mothers! It is a common misconception that Mommy Makeover surgery is reserved just for women who have had…
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Breast augmentation has been in the top three most requested plastic surgeries worldwide for decades. On average, about 300,000 women in the United States decide to enhance their confidence with breast implants each year. Even though breast augmentation enjoys immense popularity with patients, several circulating myths about the procedure may make some cautious about pursuing…
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Women’s bodies are capable of some awe-inspiring changes both during and after pregnancy. A woman’s body magically transforms to carry, deliver, and nurture her newborn child within one year. Although this metamorphosis is one of the most beautiful miracles of nature and can be the most meaningful experience of a woman’s life, she may also…
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Losing a significant amount of weight is an accomplishment to be proud of and can be life-changing, not only in how a person physically appears but also in how they feel and interact with the world around them. Frustratingly, losing 50+ pounds may not be the last step in people’s journey towards looking and feeling…
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There is a multitude of reasons why a woman may be interested in breast augmentation surgery. Some may seek to restore the “pre-baby volume” their breasts once had after breastfeeding their infant, while others desire a breast size and shape that is in better proportion with the rest of their body. Regardless of why a…
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Making the decision to have plastic surgery is exciting, especially when you have found a plastic surgeon you are comfortable with and who has educated you thoroughly about your procedure. Although it may be tempting to schedule your surgery for the first available appointment after your consultation, many things need to be considered before picking…
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In 2021, over 362,000 women enhanced the size and shape of their breasts with Breast Augmentation surgery (Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank). Of those women, 162,700 were between the ages of 17 and 35. These statistics suggest that many women who decide to get breast implants do so well before the age that their first…
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Tens of thousands of women of all ages and backgrounds undergo Breast Augmentation surgery every year. Each enters the operating room with her own reasons and aspirations for enhancing the size and shape of her breasts with implants. But, some women are reluctant to pursue surgery if they plan on having children in the future.…
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Although the name may sound light and catchy, a Mommy Makeover is a serious surgery that requires an elevated level of skill and artistry from your plastic surgeon. Because it includes multiple procedures (typically tummy tuck, breast augmentation, and liposuction) performed during a single operation, a Mommy Makeover comes with a steeper financial commitment than…
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If you want to achieve the best possible result from your Breast Augmentation Surgery, you need to take your recovery seriously. Very seriously, in fact. It may surprise some patients to learn that they play a crucial role in attaining excellent plastic surgery results. This is because how well you take care of yourself after surgery…
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Breasts are one of the most distinctly feminine and visible characteristics of a woman’s body. Although the size, shape, and positioning of breasts can vary greatly from woman to woman, a woman’s breasts generally match one another in appearance. Even though it is common for breasts to appear slightly different from each other, some women…
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Although the name “Mommy Makeover” sounds light and simple, the procedure itself is actually one of the most complex performed in plastic surgery. Because it includes multiple surgeries during one operation, a Mommy Makeover takes intense planning and preparation on the part of the plastic surgeon and the patient! If you are a woman who…
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Exercise is essential to overall health and wellness, but it can also play a key role in healing and recovery if introduced slowly and steadily after surgery. Although Breast Augmentation Surgery can give patients a major boost to their self-confidence, it’s important to not rush back to strenuous activity or the gym too early to…
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The joys of motherhood are many. Unfortunately, several of the undesirable changes your body goes through during and after pregnancy are as well. Even if you are lucky enough to bounce right back after your first baby, subsequent pregnancies and deliveries can take a serious toll on your body. Loose abdominal skin, deflated breasts, and changes…
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The loss of nipple sensation after Breast Augmentation surgery is a significant concern for many women. After all, a woman doesn’t just want her breasts to look amazing after surgery; she also wants them to feel amazing! Although changes in nipple sensitivity are common, they usually don’t last. Here are some important things to understand…
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Having Breast Augmentation surgery can be one of the most exciting chapters in your life. For some, this surgery helps turn back the clock and regain the shape and fullness their breasts once had. For others, a Breast Augmentation can bring the body’s proportions into better balance and help them embrace the shape they’ve always…
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Contrary to popular belief, plastic surgery cannot solve every issue you may have with your appearance. Although every plastic surgeon wishes that he or she could wave a magic wand and make any problems patients have with their weight disappear, the truth is that most of them will encourage you to be close to or…
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Each year, millions of people worldwide make New Year’s resolutions that focus on the appearance of their bodies. Whether we aspire for a face that looks as young as we feel or a body that makes us feel sexy and confident when we gaze in the mirror, the new year is a fantastic time to…
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Have you been considering plastic surgery but have always seen the downtime necessary for recovery as an obstacle? If so, the holiday season may be the perfect time to schedule your surgery. Although the end of the year is often synonymous with family get-togethers and holiday parties, it is also the season during which many…
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Don’t let the name fool you. Although “Mommy Makeover” surgery is a popular choice for tens of thousands of mothers each year looking to reclaim their pre-baby bodies, it is also an excellent option for non-moms! If some of the improvements you’d like to see in your appearance include a flatter tummy, more contoured midsection,…
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Explore Your Options with Explant Surgery Breast implants are one of the most requested plastic surgery procedures in the world. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 313,000 breast augmentations were performed in the United States in 2018. Breast implants can restore youthful fullness and volume to the breasts, enhance the balance of your…
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Gain insight into your breast implant options According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), there are currently over 3.5 million Americans with breast implants. Between the years 2000 to 2018, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) identified a 48% increase in breast augmentation surgeries. In 2018 alone, 313,735 breast enhancement surgeries with implants were performed. There…
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Deciding on the plastic surgery that will best meet your aesthetic goals, and finding the perfect plastic surgeon to help you achieve them, aren’t the only factors that go into planning for surgical success. YOU play a pivotal role. How well a patient prepares themselves weeks, if not months before their surgery, can significantly influence his…
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Each year, thousands of breast augmentations are performed to give women the breasts they have always wanted, but what about the millions of women who are simply seeking the breasts they used to have? The effects of pregnancy, nursing, aging, and the sheer force of gravity can take a toll on the appearance of a…
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Motherhood changes a woman both mentally and physically. Some of these changes are readily embraced, like the joy of a growing family and the day-to-day wonderment of seeing your child’s personality blossom. But with those remarkable changes in daily life can also come some that make a woman feel unlike herself and diminish her confidence…
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