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There was a recent New York Times article discussing hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a potential longevity tool, and as a plastic surgeon who uses this therapy routinely, it struck me as an interesting lens on something that, in my world, is already very real, very clinical, and very effective. Hyperbaric oxygen is…

How long do breast reduction surgeries take? In the operating room, the procedure typically runs two to four hours. But your total time at the surgical center is longer, and breast reduction surgery time extends well beyond the day you go home Every reduction mammoplasty is planned around your specific…

Breast reduction recovery time is often longer than patients anticipate. Returning to normal activity too soon can compromise wound integrity, exacerbate postoperative swelling, and interfere with the tissue remodeling required for optimal results. So, how long does it take to recover from breast reduction? In most cases, one to two…

Can breasts look good after implant removal? For most women, that question carries real weight, shaped by stories of deflation and sagging they’ve read online.  Those stories share a common thread: they happened without the right surgical approach. Dr. Cassileth approaches every explant procedure as a sculpting process, not a…

Fat transfer breast augmentation uses your body's own fat to enhance breast volume without the use of implants. By harvesting fat from one area and transferring it to the breasts, this procedure offers a natural alternative that continues to attract women seeking subtle, implant-free results. So, does fat transfer breast…

Many women with tuberous breasts go years noticing their shape looks different without ever having a name for it. So, what are tuberous breasts? It’s a congenital condition in which breast tissue remains constricted at the base during puberty, growing in a narrower, sometimes elongated pattern rather than expanding evenly. …