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Are Gummy Bear Breast Implants Safe?

Gummy bear breast implants, named for their gel-like consistency, are often marketed as a safer and more natural-looking alternative to traditional silicone or saline implants. These highly cohesive silicone gel implants are praised for their durability and ability to maintain shape over time, appealing to individuals seeking natural-looking breast augmentation. However, the truth is that no breast implant is truly safe, including gummy bear implants. Despite claims of safety and longevity, these implants come with risks and complications that cannot…
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Why Are the Bra & Binder Compression So Important After Surgery?

After undergoing surgery, especially cosmetic or reconstructive procedures, your recovery is as important as the surgery itself. To ensure the best outcomes, surgeons like Dr. Shaher Khan recommend wearing compression garments, such as a bra or binder, post-operation. These garments are not just for comfort—they play a critical role in your healing process. At Executive Plastic Surgery, Dr. Khan emphasizes the use of compression garments to promote faster healing and enhance your surgical results. Understanding why these garments are important…
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Do Breast Implants Increase The Risk of Cancer?

In recent years, breast implants have undergone increasing scrutiny because of their potential to increase the risk of numerous conditions. It turns out that breast implants aren’t nearly as safe and harmless as they’ve been positioned to be for decades. They come with a high risk of capsular contracture, implant rupture or leakage, and a whole host of systemic symptoms and autoimmune diseases categorized under the umbrella of the term breast implant illness (BII). But what about cancer: do breast…
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What Is AlloDerm and Dermal Matrix (Cadaver) and What Is It Used For?

AlloDerm and other acellular dermal matrices (ADMs) derived from cadaveric sources represent a significant advancement in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. These biologically derived materials are extensively used to enhance the outcomes of various surgical procedures, offering numerous benefits in terms of tissue integration and healing. What Are AlloDerm and Dermal Matrices? AlloDerm is a type of acellular dermal matrix (ADM) derived from donated human skin. Its creation involves removing all cellular components from the dermis, leaving behind a scaffold composed…
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