Is it Safe to Get Pregnant After Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Following tummy tuck surgery, it is completely safe to become pregnant.  Many women have pregnancies after an abdominoplasty, however, some of work on tightening the muscles and flattening of the abdomen area may be undone by the pregnancy.  The procedure could be repeated post-pregnancy, but most women do not want to go through the entire [...]

How Long Does it Take to Recover From Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Recovering from tummy tuck surgery takes time and patience.  Tummy tuck surgery, especially full tummy tuck surgery, is serious surgery.  The abdominal muscles need time to heal without being used for extended periods of time.  It may sound simple, but you’ve probably never realized how often you use your abdominal muscles during every day activities. [...]

Weight Gain After Liposuction

After liposuction, your body will gain weight and store fat differently then it did before surgery.  Provided the weight gain is not substantial, most of the time little to no weight will be gained in the areas where the liposuction surgery was performed.  So what does that mean for the rest of the body?  Here [...]

Botox for facial flushing/blushing

Q: I am interested in having Botox for facial flushing/blushing.  I know a few people that have had it done with outstanding results.  It is very important that it is done by someone that is familiar with this because if the Botox is injected into the muscle serious problems can arise.
A: Facial flushing is a [...]

Are Silicone Breast Implants Safe?

Are Silicone Breast Implants Safe?
The history of silicone breast implants in the US is a long and controversial one.  Many years after their introduction, women with silicone breast implants began complaining of illnesses and ruptured implant.  In 1992, the complaints led the FDA to issue a moratorium which meant that moving forward, silicone gel [...]

What is the Difference Between Silicone and Saline Breast Implants

If you’re considering breast implants, you may already be wondering how to choose between saline and silicone breast implants.  Dr. Anthony Lombardi, a plastic surgeon in NJ explains your options.

Saline and silicone breast implants are similar in that they both are made of an outer silicone shell. The implants differ in material and consistency, [...]

Breast Implants FAQ

With breast implant surgery being one of the most requested procedures, I thought I would take a few moments to respond via my blog to the questions asked most frequently.  Remember, the final answers will ultimately come from your doctor based on decisions that you and your doctor make together.
Q: How much do breast implants [...]

Under the Muscle Breast Augmentation

If you’re considering breast augmentation, you’ve undoubtedly been wondering whether you should have your implants placed over or under the muscle.
In my previous blog, I discussed the pros and cons of over the muscle breast augmentation.  Below, I will discuss under the muscle breast augmentation.
One of the determining factors in deciding where to place a [...]

Plastic Surgeon NJ – Over the Muscle Breast Augmentation

Dr. Anthony Lombardi, a renowned plastic surgeon in NJ and NY, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of over the muscle breast augmentation.
One of the most common questions that arise for patients considering breast augmentation is whether the implant should be placed over the muscle, or under.
There is no universal answer, as each patient and their [...]

How does pregnancy affect breast implants and will I be able to breast feed?

Q: How does pregnancy affect breast implants and will I be able to breast feed?

A: During pregnancy, breasts grow a lot in size. This is due to the growth and development of the milk glands. Fat actually goes away from breasts at this time, as the milk glands “fill” the breast. It’s important that you [...]

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