Best Time for Plastic Surgery? Early 50s, Says Survey
Delio P. Ortegon, M.D., F.A.C.S.

One in three women said they are concerned enough with their appearance that they would consider plastic surgery, according to a UK survey covered in the Daily Mail. The sample from the survey included 3,000 women ages 40 to 65 and asked questions about specific procedures as well as the ideal celebrity appearance for women of a certain age.

Mastectomy Patient Learns About Implant Alternatives
Delio P. Ortegon, M.D., F.A.C.S.

In the case of Elizabeth Anderson, one month after learning she had breast cancer in April 2009, Anderson underwent a double mastectomy. Though Anderson initially believed the only option she had for reconstructing her breasts was through the use of implants, she later learned about bilateral breast reconstruction.

Botox and Fillers Require a Trained Hand for Safe Treatment
Delio P. Ortegon, M.D., F.A.C.S.

The prevalence and frequency of the use of facial injectables has influenced some individuals to believe they can administer these drugs themselves—without a Ph.D. While wrinkle and facial fillers like Botox can be safely administered by a doctor, some untrained people have found ways to procure the drugs online and are choosing unwisely to take matters into their own hands in an effort to save a little money.

Breast Reconstruction Patients Turn to Tattooing
Delio P. Ortegon, M.D., F.A.C.S.

After many breast reconstruction surgeries, patients will often turn to a somewhat unconventional alternative when reconstructing a nipple and areola—having the nipple color created through the process of intradermal tattooing.

Some Doctors Recommend Light/Laser Treatments in Winter
Delio P. Ortegon, M.D., F.A.C.S.

While many people spend more time indoors during the cool, darker winter months, this chilly time may also be an opportunity to visit a surgeon’s office. In a recent New York Times story, several dermatologists suggest that many patients should consider laser treatments in the winter months, because they will have lighter skin from the lessened sun exposure.

Making an informed decision about breast implants
Source: FDA
by Carol Rados

Information for patients considering Breast Augmentation
American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman's breast for a number of reasons.