Category: Breast Implants

Daniel Careaga, MD
Rafael Ramos, MD

Why More Plastic Surgeons Are Switching to Motiva Over Mentor, Allergan, and Sientra

Posted July 17, 2026 in Breast Implants

Introduction When patients begin researching breast augmentation in 2026, they quickly discover something important: Not all breast implants are the same. For years, most patients focused almost entirely on implant size. The conversation revolved around: But modern breast augmentation has evolved far beyond that. Today’s patients are asking smarter questions: And when you look at […]

How Much Does It Cost if I Need to Replace My Breast Implants?

Posted April 16, 2026 in Breast Implants

After breast surgery with implants or previous breast augmentations, complications could affect the outcome of your results. While these problems could lead to undesirable outcomes, there is a way to fix them and achieve the results you originally hoped for. If you find yourself considering breast implant replacement or breast revision surgery, you may be […]

Bottoming Out Breast Implants: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

Posted April 09, 2026 in Breast Implants, Breast Revision

Bottoming out of breast implants is one of the most common reasons patients seek breast revision surgery. While it can be frustrating and aesthetically displeasing, understanding why it happens and how to prevent it is key to achieving long-term, natural-looking results after breast augmentation surgery. Table of Contents What Is Bottoming Out in Breast Augmentation? […]

Breast Implant Illness (BII): What Patients Need to Know

Posted March 14, 2026 in Breast Implants

Breast implant illness, commonly referred to as BII, is a term used to describe a group of systemic symptoms that some patients associate with their breast implants. While it is not currently recognized as a formal medical diagnosis, it has become an important topic in modern plastic surgery due to increasing patient awareness and ongoing […]

Breast Implants: Above or Below the Muscle?

Posted January 22, 2026 in Breast Implants

For many years, plastic surgeons almost always recommended placing breast implants behind the chest muscle. That approach became the standard, and at the time, it made a lot of sense. But as implant technology has improved, the rules have changed. Many patients are unaware that there are different options for breast implant placement, and the […]

Breast Implant Types: Know Your Options

Posted December 18, 2025 in Breast Implants

Breast augmentation surgery is a popular and successful procedure in part because it allows women to customize their breast implants for a natural, beautiful result. With many options available, women must choose the breast implant type that best suits their body proportions and goals. Saline and silicone are the two main filling materials used in […]

Choosing the Right Breast Implants for a Petite Frame

Posted June 16, 2025 in Breast Implants

Are you a petite woman who wants to enhance your curves with breast augmentation but wonders what will actually look and feel right for your body? If your goal is to achieve a natural look while maintaining balance and proportion, understanding your unique body type and the myriad of breast implant options available is essential […]

Is it Time to Get Your Breast Implants Removed or Replaced?

Posted March 28, 2024 in Breast Implant Removal, Breast Implants

Once you’ve had breast implants for several years, it may be time to consider getting them removed. This blog discusses some of the common reasons you might choose to have your breast implants removed. 5 Min Read: Breast implants are built to be durable and lasting, but did you know you need to consider replacing […]