We believe beauty comes in many shapes and sizes. The key is confidence!

Here’s Our Advice

If your boyfriend (or even your husband) asks you to get a breast augmentation, consider the reasons for his request. Is he mirroring what you’ve been saying, showing he supports your own wishes to be more curvy? Or does he want you to make a change just for him?

It may be tempting to acquiesce and grant his wish. You want to please him. You want to measure up to society’s standards. You want to look and feel beautiful. But Atlanta breast augmentation is not a minor decision; it is major surgery. If you decide to have a breast augmentation, make sure you are doing it for the right reasons.

Do It for Yourself

You’re less likely to be happy with breast augmentation surgery if you have the procedure for another person. Getting breast implants will not solve relationship issues.

Think about what it will be like to have larger breasts on a day-to-day basis, not just on date night. The decision is a personal matter, something you should pursue only if it’s something you want for yourself. Let us repeat that: The time to get a breast augmentation is when you want it for yourself.

If you do decide to move forward with breast enlargement, do your homework, both to educate yourself about the procedure and to find an Atlanta board certified plastic surgeon who can help you reach your goals. As for your boyfriend, make sure he knows what to expect. It will be important to have his unswerving support during your recovery.

Risks and Rewards

Atlanta breast enlargement is not something to undertake lightly. The procedure is an investment. The operation has risks, as with any surgery. Recovery takes time.

On the other hand, breast augmentation can improve your self-confidence and self-image. It can give you the figure you’ve always wanted, and the extra self-assurance you develop can be a positive influence in your life.

In summary, carefully consider your reasons for seeking breast augmentation before going through with the procedure. Don’t do it just because your partner suggests it. Don’t do it just to look like your favorite celebrity. Do it because it’s something you want for yourself. When done for the right reasons, breast augmentation can be a satisfying life change.

Most women interested in augmentation already know about implant types (saline or silicone gel) and incision sites (for example, under the breast, around the nipple, or in the armpit). This article discusses where behind your breast to place the implant.

What Are Your Options?

There are three implant positions to consider. During a subglandular procedure, your plastic surgeon inserts the implant behind your mammary gland, but above the pectoral muscle. This placement is also referred to as submammary or retroglandular.

Another option is the subpectoral procedure. In this procedure, your surgeon places the implant behind the breast below the pectoralis major muscle of your chest. This is sometimes incorrectly referred to as a submuscular position, but in the subpectoral procedure, the implant is not entirely covered by muscle.

In an actual submuscular procedure, the implant is completely covered by muscle tissue in your chest. The surgeon uses not only the pectoralis major muscle, but other muscles as well to conceal the implant.

Which Procedure Is Best?

Each implant location has pros and cons. To understand all the implications of each option for you, discuss it with your plastic surgeon during your consultation.

The subglandular procedure is appropriate for women who have adequate breast tissue to cover the implant. The subpectoral procedure offers advantages over the subglandular, such as minimizing the instance of implant rippling.

More and more, however, Atlanta plastic surgeons are opting for submuscular placement. Placing the implant under the chest musculature lessens the likelihood of the implant interfering with mammogram imaging, which can be a factor for women with a family history of breast cancer. This procedure also tends to look more natural for women with little of their own breast tissue.

Depends on Your Goals

Your body type and desired outcome may dictate a specific procedure. Submuscular placement is not appropriate for every woman. Discuss your goals with your surgeon. Trust your surgeon’s experience and skill, but do your own research. Ask about the different options, as well as the surgeon’s experience with each. Do not move forward with a breast augmentation in Atlanta until you are completely comfortable with your surgeon and the procedural details.

At Advanced Aesthetics, PC, our board certified plastic surgeons spend time with you at the consultation to get to know you and listen to your desires. We do physical exams to determine the most appropriate course of action to satisfy those desires. When considering Atlanta breast implants, come in for a free consultation and meet one of our skilled surgeons. The knowledge, experience, and care our physicians exhibit will inspire your trust.

Obtaining the Desired Results

Most likely, your plastic surgeon will suggest combining two or more plastic surgery procedures when your desired results cannot be feasibly achieved with a single procedure. Combining procedures can often enhance the overall results of each.

For example, a facelift patient might also consider eyelid surgery to improve the anti-aging results of the facelift. In this situation, the surgeon may determine that the patient’s eyelids make the eyes look older and that a facelift alone is not enough to achieve the patient’s desired youthful appearance. It’s all about the patient’s goals.

Here’s another example: A woman meets with a plastic surgeon to restore her pre-pregnancy abdomen. She’s done her homework and decided that a tummy tuck is what she needs, but her surgeon might suggest breast augmentation to further improve her overall figure and the shape of her body.

There are many factors involved in choosing procedures that are appropriate for you. Your plastic surgeon’s job is to provide options. It is up to both you and the surgeon to make the final decision.

Benefits of Combining Procedures

The benefits of combining cosmetic surgery procedures can vary, depending on the procedures and desired results. Fortunately, some benefits are common to all plastic surgery procedures.

• You can often expect improved results by combining procedures. In some cases, a single procedure is not enough to reach your desired results. In other cases, the procedures can compliment each other.
• Combining multiple procedures means a shorter total recovery time. In other words, recovering from two procedures done at the same time typically requires less total downtime than having the same procedures at separate times.
• Combining plastic surgery procedures usually lowers the overall cost as well. You may save on the surgeon’s time, operating room costs, and anesthesia. You can sometimes save hundreds or thousands of dollars, depending on your surgeon and the specific surgical procedures.

Conclusion

Deciding to combine plastic surgery procedures is ultimately a personal decision, although only a board certified plastic surgeon can determine which procedures best address your specific concerns. If your surgeon suggests combining surgical procedures, think of the benefits. It is as safe as a single procedure, and it can save you money and recovery time, while potentially improving your results.

Top 5 Cost and Value Factors:

1. Qualifications of the Surgeon. Don’t fall for discount offers from doctors who are not board certified plastic surgeons. Believe it or not, any doctor—even without the proper training and experience—can legally perform plastic surgery. Make sure the plastic surgeon you choose is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). Membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) or the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) guarantees this certification, plus additional experience. Also, ask surgeons if they have credentials to operate in a hospital, even if they use their own facility. Surgeons who can operate in a hospital have been vetted by that institution. At Advanced Aesthetics, all our plastic surgeons are board certified by ABPS and are active members of both ASPS and ASAPS.
2. Consultation Cost & Time Spent with You. The quality of your consultation visit is a good indicator of the quality of the surgery and aftercare you will receive. How much time did the physician put aside to interact with you? Did he or she take the time to listen? Did the doctor explain the surgical plan to your satisfaction? Did you have the opportunity to see before and after pictures, looking for results that appeal to you? Did you have the opportunity to tour the facility where the surgery will be performed? Surgeons who rush you might not be providing the valuable consultation time you deserve. At Advanced Aesthetics, we understand the value of communication, so consultations with board certified plastic surgeons at our practice are free. Our surgeons will answer all your questions, even those listed here.
3. Facility Location. Consider saving money by driving to another part of town. You can get skilled surgery in an accredited facility without Buckhead prices. It’s worth the time to schedule a free consultation in another part of town to compare. Even if the plastic surgery fees are similar, you may get a better overall value in another part of the Atlanta metro area, where a greater percentage of your total cost is devoted to a safe facility and a qualified surgeon. You should never skimp on safety or quality, and with us, you won’t.
4. Where Does the Surgeon Operate? Some plastic surgeons operate only in hospitals—which while safe, usually adds to your total cost. Other surgeons, like those of Advanced Aesthetics, use their own facilities, which can be as safe or safer (with lower infection rates) than hospitals. Make sure your plastic surgeon uses a facility that is accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (AAAASF). AAAASF-accredited facilities meet strict requirements for all aspects of safety. Beware of a plastic surgeon, even if board certified, who operates in a non-accredited facility. Usually, these facilities have fewer, if any, safety features. Our Surgi-center is licensed by the State of Georgia and accredited by AAAASF, and we use it to increase your safety, privacy, and comfort.
5. Anesthesia. If anesthesia is required, ask what type: general (where you are “asleep”) or local (where you are awake). Don’t be fooled into believing that local anesthesia can be used for every procedure. The anesthesia should match the complexity of the procedure. A more extensive procedure, therefore, requires more anesthesia. Plus, there are still dangers with local anesthesia, such as toxic doses that put too much stress on the cardiovascular system. It is not always pleasant or safe to be awake for a major procedure. Also, be sure the person administering the anesthesia is either a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or an Anesthesiologist (MD). Ensuring your safety means not only matching the appropriate level of anesthesia to the surgical procedure, but also having the right personnel with the right training using the right equipment.

So What Does Atlanta Plastic Surgery Cost?

Plastic surgery is a lifetime change, with risks similar to other surgeries. This is not the time to jump on a bargain, but rather to shop intelligently. If a price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Consider safety first and opt for proven excellence, safety, and overall value over a bargain price. For a list of the estimated costs of the procedures performed by the Atlanta board certified surgeons of Advanced Aesthetics, see our Plastic Surgery Pricing page.

Advanced Aesthetics is happy to announce the opening of our new location in LaGrange Georgia.

We are available for consultations at
West Georgia Health Woman’s Center located at:
1420 Vernon Road
LaGrange, GA 30240

Our initial office hours will be on Fridays by appointment.

For the convenience of patients in Troup County, we have privileges for Plastic Surgery and Breast Reconstruction at West Georgia Medical Center in LaGrange, Georgia.

Click “LaGrange Location” for a map

1. Breast augmentation continues to be the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in Atlanta, and with good reason. Women love the advantages of being curvier—their confidence skyrockets. Confident women look good no matter what they wear. Men definitely notice those curves more in the summer months, so if you want attention, look no further.
2. Men and women can both benefit from liposuction, the vacuuming away of unwanted fat. The best candidates for liposuction are those who exercise regularly and eat right. To get rid of those last few stubborn bumps and bulges that refuse to budge no matter how much you jog, pump, or sweat, try the proven surgical technique of liposuction. “Smarter Lipo” with our board certified plastic surgeons is safe and effective.
3. Thigh lift surgery can do wonders to restore a more youthful lower body. Now, you can stop avoiding the beach. Now, that excess skin won’t embarrass you poolside. Now, a wider, more flattering variety of fashions open up to you. Now, you welcome summertime.
4. Abdominoplasty, otherwise known as a tummy tuck, helps both men and women remove that excess fat in the abdomen and waist. This procedure contours your belly by getting rid of unwanted skin and fat, while tightening the belly muscles. If you have stretch marks or scars on your lower belly, the abdominoplasty may completely remove them. Now you’re ready for that bikini!
5. Finally, don’t overlook a facelift, brow lift, or neck lift. Your face is the most visible area that shows signs of aging. Nothing can shed the years like a procedure that lifts your face and tightens your neck. If you want to hang with the boys and girls at a Braves game you’ll want to look your best. Enter a facial lift and exit a younger you.

To find out if you can heat up your looks for warmer temperatures in Atlanta, schedule a consultation with a qualified, board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Feldman, Dr. Gronka, or Dr. Raniere, Jr. During your visit, make sure you express your concerns, both about your body and your procedure. Only an experienced surgeon can tell you for sure what’s possible.

Who can benefit from this procedure?

The short scar facelift sounds like something everyone would choose if they could. Who doesn’t want shorter scars? But this procedure—also called a “MACS (Minimal Access Cranial Suspension) lift”—is not for everyone. Men in particular can benefit from a short-scar face lift because the procedure does not alter the hairline. In a short-scar facelift, the incision is front of the ear rather than behind it. As a result, the hairline isn’t affected and there’s no scar left behind the ear. We at Advanced Aesthetics, PC, believe that a small scar—especially one you won’t notice unless you really look for it—is better than a distorted hairline.

A short-scar facelift is also one of the most effective procedures for the mid-facial sag that hits people hardest in their 40s and 50s. Furthermore, men and women who do not want the drastic measure of a full facelift may be candidates for the short-scar technique.

How is this procedure different?

The procedure gets its name from the fact that the incisions needed are shorter than those of the traditional procedure. Although the short scar facelift places a scar in front of the temple hair line, this is usually less noticeable than an altered hairline. While it is noticeable on close scrutiny, it usually heals better (in terms of thickness) than the scar behind the ear.

Another advantage of a short scar facelift is a shorter recovery time. Traditionally, it takes up to three weeks to recover from a full facelift surgery. Short scar face lift patients have their stitches removed in 7 to 10 days. They can normally return to work after two weeks. Some patients take even less time. Any kind of surgery always involves some bruising and swelling, and everyone heals at a different rate. Your results may vary.

Schedule a consultation with a qualified, board certified plastic surgeon at Advanced Aesthetics, PC, to find out if you are a good candidate for this procedure. During your visit, your plastic surgeon will explain the procedure in detail, including the incision points and the method for re-draping. A full facelift stretches the skin up and back, while the short-scar technique pulls the skin straight up, which is more in line with the direction of gravity. Your procedure details can vary, of course, based on your particular needs and facial structure. Only by speaking with an experienced surgeon can you know for sure. Contact us to find out.

• very small, underdeveloped breasts,
• a small areola, and
• breasts that are high on the chest wall.

   

The small areola precludes using a peri-areola (incision around the lower half of the areola) because the opening is not large enough to allow the placement of an implant. Underdeveloped breasts have no “tuck” to hide a scar located on the bottom half of the breast mound. The breast mound needs to be higher on the chest wall to keep the distance between the armpit incision and the breast dissection to a manageable distance. A saline-filled breast implant is used because the armpit incision is too small to accommodate a silicone gel implant.

A trans-ax breast augmentation is a little more expensive than a standard breast augmentation because it requires more advanced equipment, such as a video endoscope, and because it may also take more time. In the right patient, however, the Trans-axillary augmentation mammoplasty is an excellent procedure that leaves no surgical scar on the breast mound.

Call now and schedule your free consultation to see if you are a candidate for Trans-axillary breast augmentation.

We at Advanced Aesthetics take a different approach. Our initial consultation for Cosmetic surgery is FREE (complimentary), regardless whether a prospective patient schedules surgery or not. We offer this “service” for a number of reasons:

1. We enjoy seeing patients. A consultation is not a chore for us. Rather, it is an opportunity to meet a new person and discuss a topic we feel passionate about.
2. Many people are unsure about what exactly they need or want from a Cosmetic Surgeon, especially with regard to:
   • Aging Face. We often hear, “Do I need surgery or would a non-surgical procedure be effective?”
   • Body Contouring. Similarly, people ask us, “Do I need an Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) or would Liposuction be effective?”
   • Breast Enhancement. A common question is, “Do I need a Breast Lift (Mastopexy) or would a Breast Augmentation be effective?”

   We prefer that perspective patients talk with us early in their process, so they can learn about the proper treatment plan and also ask why we recommend the treatment plan we do. A successful consultation leaves people with the knowledge and confidence to proceed and not second-guess themselves.

3. We are confident—and our statistics bear this out—that once you meet us, you will want to have your surgery at Advanced Aesthetics. Our doctors are personable and attentive, our staff is first rate, our facility is outstanding, and our pricing is very competitive and value-oriented.
4. We welcome patients who already had a consultation elsewhere. Schedule a consultation with us for a second opinion. We are confident that you will feel more confident with us because we spend more time with you, we will inform you more, and we will explain your options better than many other practices, especially if they do not offer the full menu of cosmetic surgical procedure that we do.
5. Many patients need to know the actual cost of a procedure so they can financially plan for it. There may be other outlets to obtain a “ballpark estimate” for a surgery, but after our consultation, you will know exactly which Cosmetic Plastic Surgery procedure is recommended and what the exact price for it is. That is a promise.

Call today to schedule your free Cosmetic Plastic Surgery consultation.

We at Advanced Aesthetics have embraced the Open Rhinoplasty approach, which uses a short, stair-step or chevron-shaped incision across the columellar (the vertical pole of skin that separates the nostrils). The greatest advantage of this technique is that it allows the surgeon to better visualize the nose. The short incision, located in a low-lit area of the nose, is often imperceptible after it heals. This technique, however, exposes the cartilage structure of the lower nose, which allows for greater precision when reshaping the nose. The surgeon can see better to remove tissue and cartilage. More importantly, the surgeon can see with greater precision what structures are left.

The Open Rhinoplasty technique also allows Plastic Surgeons to use non-destructive techniques on the cartilage. We are therefore better able to reshape the nasal cartilage with sutures and to precisely fix grafts (or extra structures) onto the nose with greater precision and strength. These stronger sutures will retain their position against the pull or push of the subsequent scar tissue, meaning the nose will retain its new shape better, reducing complications and the need for additional surgeries.

What all this means is that if we can see the internal structures of your nose better, modify its structure more precisely, and keep the structures in position more securely, then we can achieve your desired nasal appearance with more predictability.

We offer Computerized Photo Imaging during our free Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Consultation to enhance your experience and understanding of what goals are realistically obtainable. This is an excellent communication tool to match your goals with the Plastic Surgeon’s understanding.

Call today to schedule a free consultation with one of our Board Certified Plastic Surgeons to learn more.