One of the most notable risks of breast implants is rupture/deflation.What is a Rupture?A breast implant rupture refers to a process where the outer shell of the implant is broken, creating a hole or tear that allows the substance inside the implant (either saline or silicone gel) to release. After a rupture, different types of breast implants react differently. A saline-filled implant will deflate and the solution will either partially remain in the shell or move into the scar tissue that surrounds the implant. The filling of silicone implants, on the other hand, typically stays within the shell and are […]
Saline implants are made of a solid silicone shell filled with saline liquid. Saline is salt water, a natural body fluid also used for intravenous solutions. It is harmless to the body.Are Saline Implants Safe?Saline filled implants have been used successfully in thousands of women for over 30 years, and are considered very safe. They are the most common type of implant used in North America, although in recent times cohesive gel silicone implants have been gaining popularity. By finding out more information about both breast implant types, you’ll be able to decide if you want saline or silicone implants.A […]
If you are considering enhancing the size of your breasts and addressing sagging as well, the procedures you should consider are breast augmentation (implants) and mastopexy (breast lift). Approximately 50% of our patients who seek augmentation mastopexy have the procedures performed at separate times. Known as “staged” augmentation mastopexy, this approach has a longer safety record than when both procedures are performed at the same time, in a single surgery (known as single-stage, of which the other 50% of patients have performed).
During staged augmentation mastopexy, the mastopexy is usually performed first. This allows the breast to be lifted and shaped […]
You most likely want to recover from your Breast Augmentation surgery and get back to your normal schedule as quickly as possible. The faster the better, which is why we perform Rapid Recovery Breast Augmentation.
We seek to make your recovery as quick as possible. The overall goal of Rapid Recovery is to minimize the use of strong pain medications, medical devices (like drainage tubes or pain pumps) and allow you to resume your normal activities within a short amount of time. You’ll be treated with expert skill and surgical caution, as well as be prescribed proactive medications in order to […]
Once you’ve decided to have your breasts enhanced, it can be difficult to wait for your actual surgery date to arrive! As you count down the weeks and days until your Toronto breast augmentation, you will probably be looking for ways to pass the time but also to prepare. Here are five dos and don’ts to get you started:
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1. Ask your surgeon anything and everything you want to know. Your private medical consultation is an excellent opportunity to have questions answered and learn about the procedure. However, there is almost always at least one more question that comes to mind […]
Dissatisfaction with breast size and shape is a common feeling for many women and a breast augmentation is an excellent way to address this concern. However, the thought of a surgery can be intimidating. At Edelstein Cosmetic, a leading plastic surgery clinic in Toronto, we encourage our patients to learn about simple steps they can take to prepare for a breast augmentation which helps relieve jitters and ensure a speedy recovery.
Regardless of where you are on the journey for a Toronto breast augmentation, we have provided some tips to help you plan.
Step 1
When you first decide to undergo a breast […]
Although silicone breast augmentations have recently gained popularity, saline breast implants have been used with success for over thirty years. Like silicone implants, saline implants have a silicone shell, however, they are filled with a sterile, salt-water solution which is very natural and safe. One of the advantages of saline implants is that they can be filled by your surgeon during the procedure, which means the incision is can be smaller than that required for silicone implants, and breast asymmetry can successfully be addressed during the procedure.
However, this also means that there is the potential for the implants to be […]
The Cost of Breast Augmentation & Breast Implants in Toronto
Many women in Toronto would like to have breast augmentation surgery, however one of the common concerns that many have is how much it will cost. On average, you can expect to pay around $8500 for the surgery, however many clinics offer payment plans. While this can seem pricey to some, it is important to remember, that following the surgery, may women feel better about their bodies, and to them that increased self-confidence is worth the price.
When looking into the cost of breast augmentation and implants, it is important to remember […]
This is a general guideline that may help you better understand how to prepare for your breast augmentation procedure.PERSONAL ARRANGEMENTS WHEN PREPARING FOR BREAST AUGMENTATION
Plan for a friend or family member to drive you home from the appointment. They should also be available to stay with you at your home for the first night of recovery.
It’s a good idea to make extra food and have plenty of snacks and fluids on hand. Arranging for child care and taking time off work for recovery is also advised.
Fill all necessary prescriptions and put them in a convenient location (such as a bedside […]
Many Plastic Surgeons are able to perform breast augmentation approach, but only the board certified Plastic Surgeons at Edelstein Cosmetic have designed the procedure to be safer and better able to fulfill your expectations with the following exclusive techniques:
Bloodless Breast Augmentation
Our Plastic Surgeons create a precise and meticulous incision. They do not do blunt dissection, such as putting a finger in and sweeping it around to open up the pocket. They carefully cauterize all of the blood vessels found in the area of implant insertion. By doing this, trauma is decreased and the potential for blood loss (and post-operative fluid […]
