Will Your Breast Implants Last a Lifetime?

Breast augmentation with implants has always been one of the poster procedures for plastic surgery. With approximately 200,000 procedures performed yearly in the US, breast implant surgery remains a top-5 procedure. One of the most common questions breast implant patients ask Dr. Waltzman is how long will their implants last? Will they last a lifetime, or will they need replacing?...

Aging comes with many challenges, including the look of your skin. As we age, our skin starts to sag, wrinkle, and lose fullness. Though these changes are natural, the desire to look more youthful remains valid.Thankfully, you can slow the signs of aging. Facelifts, whether liquid or surgical, can address these skin issues with long-term results. Here are the differences...

The plastic surgery and beauty niche sees some of the most rapid trend changes from any public industry. While social media is the driving force behind many of these trends, such as Kylie Jenner's filler-filled pouting lips, other factors influence people’s decision to consider plastic surgeries earlier in life. Traditionally, the average age of patients who underwent facelift surgery was...

While you may not think that there is an ideal season for plastic surgery, there are differences in our lifestyles and activities throughout the year that make some seasons more advantageous for surgical procedures. For some patients, the cooler autumn and winter months provide an opportune time to stay indoors and wear loose, baggy clothing while recovering from surgery. However,...

You’re considering breast augmentation but haven’t decided on a plastic surgeon. How do you choose a doctor you can trust? One who will understand your vision for yourself and who has the skill and sensitivity to bring it to reality? This is a life-transforming procedure, and you’re right to be thorough as you evaluate potential doctors. Of course, you should...

Plastic Surgery Safety: It is Safe to Combine Procedures?Most plastic surgical procedures target a certain area of the face or body. For example, a blepharoplasty targets drooping eyelids while a rhinoplasty is a surgery performed on the nose. Other types of cosmetic treatments target specific conditions. A dermal filler, for instance, will increase volume and restore contours to the face...

There is no greater joy for women than the joy of being a mother. The beautiful bond between mother and child lasts a lifetime. Unfortunately, pregnancy and breastfeeding can damage her body’s youthful contour, leaving many mothers feeling less alluring and more matronly. Today, there are multiple solutions to the aesthetic problems a woman’s body suffers during pregnancy. The Mommy Makeover is...

The Waltzman Institute is proud to introduce the IDEAL IMPLANT as an option for breast augmentation candidates. Dr. Waltzman is one of the first plastic surgeons to offer this implant in Southern California. It is an exciting time in breast implant technology, as the IDEAL IMPLANT is filled with saline for your peace of mind, but has the natural feel...