Motiva Breast Implants Explained
Haven’t heard of Motiva breast implants? Maybe you have. Motiva implants have been used internationally since 2010. More than ninety countries. Over four and a half million implants. They demonstrate the lowest rates of capsular contracture and rupture of any breast implant. Motiva implants were approved for use in the United States in…
3D Imaging for Breast Augmentation
3D computer imaging allows us to visualize implant options on your own body. The system creates a 3D rendering of your torso. Provides precise measurements of your breasts. Calculates the volume of your breasts prior to and after surgery. Can also assess symmetry as viewed from several different angles and positions. …
Breast Implant Placement Explained
Implant placement is one of the most debated topics in breast augmentation. There are some beliefs and practices in medicine and surgery that transcend time, changes in procedures and technology. A perfect example of this is the practice of preparing skin with antiseptics prior to beginning a surgical procedure. This will always reduce…
How Big Can You Go With Preservé™ Breast Augmentation? What to Know About Sizing
The appeal of breast augmentation is simple: the freedom to choose the shape and volume that makes you feel your best. With Preservé™ breast augmentation, one question often stands out: “How much enhancement is possible?” While larger implants can create dramatic changes, the goal is finding a size that complements your frame and delivers beautiful, natural-looking fullness. …
Breast Implant Shape and Profile Explained
You will often hear terms such as low profile, moderate profile, or high profile. Profile does not refer to implant size. It refers to how far the implant projects forward relative to its width. Think of a low profile being a flatter, less full implant, and a high profile implant being fuller….
How Preservé™ Breast Augmentation Protects Your Natural Anatomy
One of the reasons some women hesitate to pursue breast augmentation is the concern that achieving fuller breasts may require sacrificing the natural qualities they value most. Preservé™ breast augmentation challenges that assumption by focusing on protecting natural breast structures while enhancing shape and volume, helping women achieve results that look and feel more natural. At Mark…
Saline vs. Silicone vs. Motiva Breast Implants
A breast implant is, quite simply, a silicone shell that is filled with either saline or silicone gel. Saline implants are filled with salt water. They tend to feel firmer. They are much more prone to visible rippling. This is especially true in women with thinner breast tissue. Silicone gel implants are also…
What Really Determines Breast Augmentation Results
One of the biggest misconceptions about breast augmentation is that implant size alone determines the final result. This could not be further from the truth! In reality, your outcome is shaped by many factors working together. Implants do not exist in isolation. They interact with your body. Your anatomy plays a central role….
How Childbirth and Aging Affect the Labia (and How Labiaplasty Helps)
Many women notice changes in their bodies after childbirth or as they get older—but what happens when those changes affect one of the most sensitive and personal areas? Stretching, asymmetry, or discomfort in the labia can impact daily activities, clothing choices, and confidence. Many women come to Dr. Mark Epstein’s Long Island practice to discuss the…
