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Breast surgeries are common cosmetic procedures, with an assortment of treatments available to enhance a patient’s appearance and confidence. There are a multitude of reasons why patients pursue breast enhancement surgery, from adding/restoring volume to achieve a larger breast size to addressing changes that have…

Dr. Charles Perry, the Medical Director of Chrysalis Cosmetics, discusses the breast augmentation procedure and answers common questions about implant safety, candidacy, and the recovery process. Sacramento, CA – A recent report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reveals that breast augmentation continues to…

A breast lift, medically referred to as “mastopexy,” is designed to address concerns that millions of women face at some point in their lives: the collection of excess, inelastic skin among the breasts that results in a sagging appearance. Breast lift surgery removes the excess…

Although uncommon, capsular contracture is a real concern for many women. This condition occurs when the scar tissue around a breast implant hardens, making the breast feel solid and potentially distorting its shape. Additionally, capsular contracture can be quite painful. Dr. Charles Perry, our experienced…

One thing in life that’s certain is change. Seasons change, fashions change, and sometimes your preferences in breast size change. If you find that you desire bigger or smaller breast implants, or if you want to remove your breast implants entirely, our board certified plastic…

Also known as a breast augmentation with lift, a breast lift with implants is a multimodality procedure that combines breast augmentation and breast lift. Mastopexy, mammoplasty, or breast lift with augmentation combines all aspects of plastic surgery to create a beautifully shaped breast. Our experienced…

There are many types of breast surgeries, and Dr. Charles Perry, our board certified plastic surgeon, tailors each one to achieve a specific goal. In some cases, there may be an option between two or more procedures. Breast augmentation is designed to enhance the size…

It may not be the first thing you wonder about when considering breast augmentation, but the bra you wear during recovery (and long after) can actually have an effect on your results. Dr. Charles Perry, our experienced plastic surgeon, will discuss the ideal options for…

Many women considering breast augmentation wonder if the procedure could impact their ability to breastfeed. The good news is there is no scientific data that suggests breast implants negatively impact a woman’s ability to nurse. Having said that, however, it’s important to note that certain…

The purpose of breast augmentation is to enhance the size and shape of the breasts. While the lower age limit typically begins around 18, depending on several factors, many individuals wonder if there is a recommended upper age limit as well. Our skilled plastic surgeon,…