HOT OFF THE PRESS: TODAY AFTER 14 years of careful study, the FDA approved silicone implants. This approval will allow all patients the opportunity to have either saline or silicone implants. Call or contact the Mandell-Brown Plastic Surgery Center for further information regarding cosmetic breast surgery.

According to a recent study, 80% of women are wear the wrong sized bra. To determine the correct bra : 1) Measure rib cage directly under your breasts 2) Add 4 inches to an even number and add 5 inches to an odd number. 3) Then measure around the fullest part ofyour bust and compare the two numbers. One inch difference = A Cup Two inch difference = B Cup Three inch difference = C Cup Four inch difference = D Cup

There are four ways that cosmetic surgeons determine breast implant size for the patient. Dr 1: Knows everything and will pick the size they want for the patient. Dr 2 : Asks the patient what size cup they want to be (B, C, or D) and promises to make the patient that size. Dr 3: Lets the patient and an assistant look and examine the various sizes, place them in the intended bra size and goes with that implant. Dr 4: Asks the patient to pick out photos of breast size that they desire. Using these photos as a guide the Dr uses a breast sizer in surgery and fills the sizer with air. After filling the implant, the doctor then chooses which amount of air most closely resembles the patient's photos of desired size. The sizer is removed and the closest implant is then placed and then filled with saline or the silicone gel implant closest to the sizer is selected. At the Mandell-Brown Plastic Surgery Center, we prefer Dr 4. We feel this helps us select the breast implant size better than the others. Since bra size varies from store to store (or with the salesperson) going by cup size is not very accurate. Trying on implants helps---but the implants are over your skin and muscle. Not very realistic although it may help you get an idea of the weight of the implant. Over 95% of our patients are extremely satisfied with their breast implant size. If you would like to come in to learn more, schedule a consulation to speak with Dr. Mandell - Brown.

FDA approved for skin improvement, the Fraxel laser helps reduce skin pores, improve skin texture, and help fine wrinkles. The laser treatments also help pigment spots and can be used
on face, hands, and neck. Call 513 984-4700 to find out if Fraxel is for you.