Breast Augmentation

“How much do implants cost?” It’s one of the most common questions at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, and it’s not a one-price-fits-all answer. The cost of breast augmentation is going to depend on various factors, such as the type of implant and the placement. For instance, implants can be put on top of the breast muscles or below them. Placing them below the muscles can help achieve a more natural look...

For decades, breast augmentation was the most popular plastic surgery on a global scale (and one of the most popular surgeries at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center). Now, for the first time, liposuction has become the most popular according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) group. It is no surprise considering liposuction is an in-demand standalone procedure, is often paired with other procedures (including breast augmentation), and of course...

Breast augmentation is the enhancement of the breast size and shape via implants. It was the most popular cosmetic surgery around the globe—including at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center—until liposuction surpassed it just this year. Breast implants are still very in demand, both for celebrities and non-celebs alike, but seeing the gorgeous results of your favorite influencer might just influence you to book a consult with the best plastic surgeon in the...

In recent years, many women who were considering breast augmentation (breast implants) put their decision on hold thanks to fear-mongering headlines that allegedly linked implants with a certain type of cancer. If you fall into that category, updated studies should put your mind at ease. In reality, the risk of developing a very rare type of cancer—anaplastic large-cell lymphoma (ALCL)—is also quite rare. The association between “breast implants” and ALCL has actually always referred to...

Many patients are curious about the breast augmentation process and initial recovery period, but what happens after your implants have settled? Thinking ahead is critical for an effective surgery, which is why Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center takes a holistic approach to cosmetic surgery. Implants typically don’t have an “expiration date” and there are many patients who happily have the same implants for several years. However, a lot of patients like to...

What does it actually feel like, emotionally, to get the breast augmentation you’ve always thought about? For four trans women who spoke to Huffington Post, it’s described as simply gender euphoric. “Gender euphoria” is a common phrase in the trans community to describe the combination of elation and comfort that comes when a person feels good and aligned with their bodily identity. As the name implies, it’s the opposite of gender dysphoria, a more commonly...

Before scheduling a consultation with a leading breast augmentation surgeon like Dr. Shaun Parson, it’s a good idea to lay the groundwork for what this procedure entails. There is a lot more to consider than just the size (ccs) of implants. Today’s breast augmentation procedure is highly customizable. One of the first decisions to make is the material: saline vs. silicone implants. Most patients opt for silicone because they think it feels the most natural,...

Breast augmentation, the improvement of breast aesthetics via implants, has long been the most popular cosmetic surgery—both at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center and around the globe. Many patients are pleasantly surprised at the relatively small incisions necessary for most implants and, in turn, the quick healing time. Most patients feel good enough to go about sedentary tasks, including desk jobs, after about 7 – 10 days and can even begin some...

Why do so many people think the “type of person” who gets breast implants is young—usually in their twenties? There are plenty of clients in that age range, but at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center and around the world, there is an increasing number of women in their 40s, 50s, and better opting for breast augmentation. The reason is simple: as women age, their breast profile changes (especially for those who have...

“Having” to shop for new bras, tops, and dresses after a breast augmentation can be either an exciting time or something to dread—it all depends on the patient. However, whether or not you’ll need to update your wardrobe depends on many factors. At Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, we’ve seen an increase in patients who desire smaller, more natural-looking, teardrop-shaped implants in recent years. Still, even for those who opt for larger,...