Soaring Popularity of Silicone Breast Implants
A common priority for our cosmetic surgery patients is natural looking results. When it comes to breast surgery on Long Island, our patients also want natural feeling results. After re-approval by the FDA almost 3 years ago, silicone breast implants are a clear favorite among women visiting us for breast augmentation surgery. In fact since their renewed availability for women age 22 and over, 85% of Dr. Romanelli's breast augmentation patients have chosen silicone breast implants.
Feeling is Believing
While thousands of women are quite satisfied with their saline breast implants, many chose saline because it was the only type available. Others are reassured by the fact that saline is a benign, natural substance. However, these days Dr. Romanelli has noticed a definite shift. When patients hold saline and silicone implants side by side, they consistently describe the silicone implants as feeling more like natural breasts. Silicone implants offer a pleasing, doughy feel that especially benefits women with little of their own breast tissue. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in countries that have both options available, almost 90% of women choose silicone.
Reassurance through Rigor
Another reason silicone has gained popularity is because women have been reassured by the years of rigorous FDA testing and study. These modern implants are made from cohesive silicone gel, which retains its shape even when cut or punctured. The risk of silicone leakage, which was a cause of concern in the past, has been virtually eliminated. Dr. Romanelli has first-hand experience in the study of these implants as an investigator in three different silicone gel implant studies. He is one of the privileged few U.S. surgeons chosen to participate in the ongoing post-approval FDA study of the "gummy bear" implants.
The implant decision essentially comes down to personal preference, and Dr. Romanelli is pleased to be able to offer his patients a choice. When you visit him for a private consultation, he will review your cosmetic goals and help you determine which type is right for you. To meet with him and learn more about your breast implant options, including the modern silicone breast implants, request a free consultation at Romanelli Cosmetic Surgery or call our office at (631) 424-3600.
No Body's Perfect - Corrective Breast Surgery Can Help
While most women are not born with perfectly symmetrical bodies, being self-conscious about your breasts can cause considerable distress. When performed by a skilled specialist like Dr. Romanelli, breast enhancement surgery can effectively improve the appearance of chest wall imperfections and breast asymmetries, such as differing breast sizes or misshapen nipples.
Improving Breast Appearance
You might think your breasts look out of balance, but you're not exactly sure why. Have your breasts always differed significantly or did they become that way after losing weight or having children? Dr. Romanelli has the aesthetic eye and practical experience to determine the reason for the asymmetry and devise a plan to correct it. For example, you might think that one breast is larger than the other, when in fact, the asymmetry is caused by uneven breast sagging. He can address this concern in a variety of ways, such as using an implant on one side, or performing a breast lift on Long Island.
Dr. Romanelli uses customized corrective techniques to restore or achieve an attractive breast appearance. He will analyze your asymmetry and then recommend a surgical plan that is right for you.
Restoring the Breasts
If you are facing mastectomy, there are numerous surgical options for reconstructing the breasts. Determining the right option requires the expertise of an experienced breast reconstruction surgeon. Dr. Romanelli and his staff provide a caring, supportive environment in which mastectomy patients can make their way through the many important decisions that they face. He will help you decide whether to undergo immediate reconstruction or delay it until you are physically or emotionally ready. He will also help you decide whether to use an implant or your own tissue when restoring your breast.
If you would like learn more about corrective breast surgery from a specialist, request a free appointment at Romanelli Cosmetic Surgery or call our office at (631) 424-3600.
Trust Your Breasts to a Specialist
All across Long Island you don't have to look far to find a cosmetic surgeon who offers breast enhancement surgery. When you need a doctor for your knee, eyes, or skin, it makes sense to choose a specialist. Don't your breasts deserve equally specialized care? Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. James Romanelli has devoted significant training and practical experience specifically to enhancement and reconstruction of the breasts. His dedication to this area of specialty is demonstrated by his new specialty Web site, www.longislandbreast.com.
Focused Training and Experience
There are unique intricacies involved with breast enhancement surgery that are best addressed by a specialist. Dr. Romanelli has over 18 years of cosmetic surgery experience and has served as Chief of Surgery at Huntington Hospital since 2000. During his surgical training, Dr. Romanelli worked alongside the inventors of the modern breast implant, Dr. Frank Gerow and Dr. Thomas Cronin. He understands that while breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed, achieving natural looking results is not a simple task. Performing combined breast enhancement procedures, such as a breast lift and augmentation, requires specialized skill and experience as well.
Supportive and Caring Personality
Because he has performed such a variety of breast procedures for an equally diverse population of patients, Dr. Romanelli has the wealth of experience to support his patients through the entire cosmetic surgery process, from the initial consultation through recovery and beyond. Patients appreciate his warm, personable style and the way he takes the time to get to know them and listen to their goals. He strives to give each patient a satisfying experience and help them achieve the results they desire.
To meet with Dr. Romanelli in person, request a free appointment online or call our office at (631) 424-3600.
