Case of the Month 2009- Breast Implant Deflation & Replacement
Approximately 12 years ago this patient had saline breast implants placed by another surgeon. She came to see Dr. Ghaderi after noticing a decrease in size in her right breast. Dr. Ghaderi confirmed that her right breast implant had deflated and the patient proceeded with bilateral implant replacement. She is 55 years old. The patient’s […]
Case of the Month 2009- Breast Lift and Augmentation, Tummy Tuck and Lipo
This month’s case is an update from our September 2008 featured case. At that time, our 36 year old patient was concerned about her breast shape and abdominal contour as well as her flank and thigh areas. For her first surgery, Dr. Ghaderi recommended an inverted breast lift without implants as well as a tummy […]
Case of the Month 2009- Breast Implant Removal
This 58-year-old female had a breast reduction followed by gel implant placement approximately 18 years ago by another surgeon. She came to Dr. Ghaderi after noticing changes to her breasts in the past two years. She was diagnosed with bilateral ruptured implants as well as capsular contracture in both breasts. She proceeded with bilateral breast […]
Case of the Month 2009- Facial Reconstruction
Ever since I can remember, I have always been self-conscious about the indentation in my right temple. When I would meet someone for the first time, I wondered if they noticed it. No one ever teased me, so it was easy to rationalize not having surgery. I finally worked up the courage to meet with […]
Case of the Month 2008- Upper Eyelid Surgery
This 50-year-old female was concerned about her upper eyelids making her appear tired and aged. She proceeded with an upper eyelid blepharoplasty and is happy with her results. The after photos for this patient were taken approximately 6 weeks after surgery.
Case of the Month 2008- Breast Reduction
This 20 year old female was having discomfort from her large breast size, which started at puberty and resulted in back and neck pain. She had difficulty with daily activities as well as exercise and finding clothing. The patient’s height is 5’0″. The patient weighed 104lbs and had a preoperative bra size of 32DD. 472 […]
Case of the Month 2008- Liposuction, Upper/Outer Thighs and Flank Area
This 37 year old patient presented concerned about the contour of her thigh and flank areas. She exercises regularly and maintains a good diet, but had areas of localized fatty deposits. She underwent tumescent liposuction to obtain a slimmer, more youthful contour. The patient’s height is 5’6”. 475 cc’s of fat was removed from the […]
Case of the Month 2008- Breast Lift & Tummy Tuck
This 36 year old patient presented concerned about her breast shape as well as her abdominal contour. Her height is 5’7”. The patient weighed 160lbs at the time of surgery. The patient underwent an inverted-T breast lift without implants as well as a tummy tuck. The patient had a preoperative bra size of 36D and […]
Case of the Month 2008- Tummy Tuck
This 40 year old patient presented concerned about her abdominal contour after having children. Her height is 5’3″. Before the procedure, the patient weighed 148lbs. The excess skin and fatty tissue was removed along with tightening of the abdominal muscle wall through a low incision. After the procedure, the patient weighed 145lbs. The after photos […]
Case of the Month 2008- Breast Augmentation After Pectus Excavatum Repair
This 32 year old patient underwent pectus excavatum* repair as a child. She presented concerned about her breast size and requested breast augmentation. The patient’s height is 5’7. Before the procedure, the patient weighed 130lbs. The patient had a preoperative bra size of 34A. 300 cc, round, smooth surfaced, silicone implants were used, giving the […]