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Your Breast Augmentation Journey: From Consultation to Recovery

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Breast augmentation is a powerful plastic surgery procedure that allows women to take control of their appearance and gain the self-confidence they need to live full, happy and productive lives. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, we recognize that this procedure is more than just an operation — it’s a transformative opportunity. Dr. Christopher Schaffer prides himself…

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Breast Augmentation FAQs & Recovery: What to Expect

A breast augmentation is more than just a plastic surgery procedure that improves the shape or appearance of the breasts — it’s a powerful procedure that can restore your confidence and give you the boost you need to truly love the way that you look. Breast augmentation involves utilizing breast implants or fat transfer to…

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Support Systems: Navigating Breast Health with Professional Care

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Whether you are interested in a breast augmentation procedure or you are having breast reconstruction surgery after a mastectomy, support systems are critical to your physical recovery as well as your emotional well-being. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, our team of compassionate and empathetic providers actively works to provide patients with the personalized support they need…

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Managing Expectations: The Realities of Breast Reconstruction

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Women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer or who are at high risk of developing breast cancer at some point in their lives may opt to have a mastectomy performed. A mastectomy is a surgical procedure in which all breast tissue is removed. Not only is this a physically arduous surgery to recover from,…

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Beyond Beauty: The Functional Benefits of Breast Reduction

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One of the most common misconceptions about the breast augmentation procedure is that it is performed for purely cosmetic reasons. While many patients find that they enjoy a renewed sense of confidence and appreciation for their appearance after this procedure, breast augmentation can also offer functional benefits — particularly for patients who opt to have…

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Reconstructive Breast Surgery: Restoring Wholeness After Cancer

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A breast cancer diagnosis is devastating, particularly when patients have to make difficult decisions about their treatment. Those who have to undergo a mastectomy or lumpectomy often find themselves dealing with the emotional and physical repercussions of the surgery, leaving them wondering where to turn next. Fortunately, for many breast cancer patients, reconstructive surgery can…

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Post-Mommy Makeover: Recovery, Results and Maintaining Your Shape

The Mommy Makeover is one of the most sought-after plastic surgery procedures, largely because it addresses several key areas that women are looking to improve or enhance after having children. The Mommy Makeover is a combination procedure that typically includes breast augmentation, tummy tuck and liposuction, though the exact surgical plan can be personalized to…

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What is Breast Reconstruction Surgery?

Breast reconstruction surgery is a plastic surgery that is performed after a mastectomy. During breast reconstruction surgery, the breasts are rebuilt, allowing patients to enjoy both physical and emotional healing after a mastectomy. The Importance of Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy When the breasts are removed as part of cancer treatment or as a preventative measure,…

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The Mommy Makeover: What You Need to Know

The Mommy Makeover is a personalized combination of plastic surgery procedures designed for women who are looking to reverse the physical toll of pregnancy and childbirth, including sagging breasts, excess fat in the abdominal region and lingering stretch marks. Given the fact that each Mommy Makeover treatment plan is personalized to suit the unique needs…

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Get Answers To Your Biggest Mommy Makeover Questions From Schaffer Plastic Surgery 

Pregnancy and childbirth can be one of the most joyous occasions. However, the physical after-effects of pregnancy can be just as life-changing in a less joyous way. Post-pregnancy body changes can involve everything from sagging breasts and stretch marks to the notorious muffin top. Unfortunately, many mothers realize soon after pregnancy that altering these areas…

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