Will Breast Augmentation Affect Breastfeeding and Shape After Pregnancy?
Breast augmentation Hello Doctor: I am currently considering breast augmentation surgery. Will this procedure affect my ability to breastfeed? Additionally, after the surgery, will significant hormonal changes during pregnancy affect the shape of my breasts? Thank you.
Dr. Luo Qihua reply Plastic Surgery
Breast augmentation surgery, as long as it does not damage the nipple and breast tissue, will not affect breastfeeding after the procedure. Currently, various types of breast augmentation surgeries generally do not impact the ability to breastfeed, and it is advisable to discuss ...[Read More] Will Breast Augmentation Affect Breastfeeding and Shape After Pregnancy?
Effective Treatments for Keloids: Managing Scars and Seeking Care
Keloid Dear Doctor: What kind of treatment should patients with keloid predisposition undergo to make their scars appear more aesthetically pleasing? What should be done if the keloid mass continues to grow larger? Why do red keloid masses also develop in areas that have not been...
Dr. Luo Qihua reply Plastic Surgery
The formation of keloids is due to the persistent activity of fibroblasts that lead to excessive scar tissue production. Currently, there is no effective treatment for this condition in the medical community. The most commonly used method by plastic surgeons today is the intrales...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Keloids: Managing Scars and Seeking Care
Correcting Gum Exposure: Cosmetic Solutions for a Confident Smile
Exposed upper gums Hello Dr. Luo, I have a tear in the frenulum connecting my upper gums and upper lip, which occurred when I fell. As a result, every time I smile, my upper gums are exposed. I would like to know if it is possible to undergo a surgical procedure to correct this.
Dr. Luo Qihua reply Plastic Surgery
The frenulum between the upper gums and the upper lip, if only injured, should not cause gum exposure. It is possible that the exposure of the gums is due to scar contraction pulling the upper lip mucosa upward. A direct consultation with a plastic surgeon is necessary for assess...[Read More] Correcting Gum Exposure: Cosmetic Solutions for a Confident Smile
Understanding Gynecomastia: Surgical Options, Recovery, and Costs
Gynecomastia I have been diagnosed with mild gynecomastia. After researching online, I found that surgical options include liposuction through an axillary incision or excision of glandular tissue and fat through an incision at the lower edge of the areola. I would like to ask: 1....
Dr. Luo Qihua reply Plastic Surgery
The breast is primarily composed of glandular and adipose tissue. The surgical approach for gynecomastia varies depending on the predominant component. Generally, liposuction is more suitable for cases where adipose tissue is the main component, while incisions made at the inferi...[Read More] Understanding Gynecomastia: Surgical Options, Recovery, and Costs
Breast Augmentation: Concerns About Capsular Contracture and Safety
Breast augmentation Hello doctor, my breast size is not very large. Recently, I am considering breast augmentation surgery. However, I undergo regular breast cancer screenings every year. The doctor informed me that there is fibrocystic change in my breasts. I am concerned whethe...
Dr. Luo Qihua reply Plastic Surgery
Currently, breast augmentation methods involve placing the implants either beneath the pectoralis major muscle or beneath the breast tissue. When placed under the muscle, the implants are less likely to be damaged during excision of any lumps. However, if the implants are placed ...[Read More] Breast Augmentation: Concerns About Capsular Contracture and Safety
Can Height Increase Surgery Fulfill Your Dreams? Insights from Experts
Height increase I once saw on a website that the director of your hospital is a magician who can make short people taller. Is this dream achievable with current medical science? I am now forty-three years old, but growing taller has always been my biggest dream since my youth. I ...
Dr. Luo Qihua reply Plastic Surgery
Dr. Wang, the orthopedic specialist, responds: Long Bone Lengthening—this procedure (including the lengthening of the femur and tibia) is currently only used for pathological height disorders, such as dwarfism. The principle involves first performing a complete circumferential di...[Read More] Can Height Increase Surgery Fulfill Your Dreams? Insights from Experts