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Best Breast Augmentation Surgeon in Beverly Hills

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Best Breast Augmentation Surgeon in Beverly Hills

By: Norma Wes

Many patients search the internet for the “Best Breast Implant Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills“. There are 100′s of surgeons vying for that title. Some go as far as paying Google to place their ads at the top of the page for over $25 per click. The advertising dollar is mighty, but the surgeon’s skill, credentials & reputation should always be the mightiest. I believe that the average patient should not look at the Google ranking, the billboards or Television image ads… I believe the proof is in the work.

Take a look at these cases below. The “body” of work will show that time after time Dr. Ivan Thomas, Breast Augmentation Specialist, in Beverly Hills, creates a naturally beautiful look. He appeals to the women who wants to enhance their breasts and look natural. Breast implants are used to make the breast larger not lift breast. <<Read More on Breast Lifts>>. Some lifting may occur with implants but the sole purpose of Breast Implant should not be to lift, only to enhance.

When performing Breast Augmentation, Dr. Ivan Thomas’ goal is to create as much symmetry as possible, a natural fit, and help build self esteem in an ever deflating situation.

Dr. Thomas’ patients can chose from both Saline and Silicone breast implants. Silicone breast implants are gaining more and more popularity since they where re-released in the US market about 5 years ago. The are deemed safer than the Silicone implants of yesteryear and have been called things like: “Gummy Bear Implants”and Memory Gel.

Dr. Thomas has been in practice for 29 years and continues to provide impeccable care and results for his patients.

Case 1: Saline Breast Implants

A-cup to a C-Cup

Breast Augmentation Saline – 46 year old Female patient. Saline breast implants. Patient has an A cup wants to be a C-cup. Examination reveals the left breast is larger than the right breast. Implants were placed through the areola. The right breast does not have a distinct inframammary fold. The larger size was augmented and filled to its maximum capacity of 300cc the right smaller side was augmented and filled to its capacity of 325 cc.

Case 2: Saline Breast Implants

Boob Job

Breast Augmentation Saline – 44 year old Female patient. Saline breast implants. Patient was a B-cup and requested to be a D-cup. Implants placed through areola. Smooth saline Mentor implants using 400 CC on both the left and right sides.

Case 3: Saline Breast Implants

Breast Augmentation Saline – 39 Year patient is a B-cup and requested to be a full C-cup. Patient has considerable amount of breast tissue with mild to moderate sagging. Right side was lower. Implants are placed subglandular with 325 cc smooth, round saline moderate-profile implants, filled to maximum capacity of 375cc.

Case 4: Silicone Breast Implants

Boob Job

Breast Augmentation Silicone – 28 year old Female patient. Silicone breast implants placed under the muscle. 250 cc smooth silicone moderate-plus profile implants on both the left and right sides.

L.A. Breast Enhancement Seminar – Huge Success

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Los Angeles Breast Enhancement Seminar was a huge success!

Thank you to all our attendees for a fabulous seminar.

It was held at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Lancaster, California. Friday, February 26th, 2010.

Hampton Inn Suites

Hampton Inn Suites

Everyone who attended received a $500 Gift Card Towards a procedure of their choice.

Plus!
Congratulations to our $1,500 Winner:
Tracy A.

Highlights from the…
Everything you want to know about Breast Enhancements
Seminar.

Read on to see what Dr. Ivan Thomas discussed during the seminar…

Who is Dr. Thomas?

Dr. Thomas has been in practice for 29 years and is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). His level of expertise and surgical skill are widely known among his colleagues and appreciated by thousands of his patients whose lives have dramatically changed.

Handy Tips for Choosing a Plastic Surgeon:

1. Check certification, not any certification will do. American Board of Plastic Surgery.
2. Check if there is any disciplinary action history with the California Medical Board.
3. Always ask to see many before and after photos.
4. Never price shop over the phone.
5. Check out the office environment and the staff.
6. Be sure you feel safe and that all of your questions are addressed.
7. Know the ins and outs of your procedure; recovery time, surgeon’s technique, etc.

Botched Surgery on the Rise

The rate of botched surgery is increasing each year. As cosmetic surgeries are becoming more socially acceptable, more MD’s are practicing cosmetic surgery. General surgeons and practitioners are performing Plastic Surgery procedures with little or no formal training and proper certifications. Read More…

(Pictured:Doughnut Lift Stretched Scars, Irreversible)

Dr. Thomas’ Breast Enhancement Procedures Includes:

* Breast Augmentation

* Breast Lift

* Invisible Breast Lift Internal Lift in conjunction with Breast Augmentation

* Correction of Inverted Nipple

* Nipple Protrusion Reduction

<<SEE MORE BREAST PHOTOS>>

Breast Augmentation

* Saline or Silicone.

* Implant Moderate profile.

* Measure the breast pocket to determine the right fit.

* Implant inserted through nipple or infra-mammary.

* Implants are placed sub-glandular or sub-pectoral.

* Ideal for patients who have minimal sagging.

* Recovery Time 5 days.

<<BREAST AUGMENTATION PHOTOS>>

Breast Lift Things to Know:


* We do not perform the doughnut or the crescent lift. We perform the anchor incision.

* We do not perform the anchor breast lift and implant at the same time.

* If you have a lot of breast tissue you may only need a lift and not an implant.

* Aesthetically pleasing nipple size and location.

* Addresses asymmetry.

* Recovery time 7-10 days.

“Invisible Breast Lift” Breast Augmentation w/ Internal Lift


* No additional scar.

* Must be performed with an implant.

* Candidates have minimal breast tissue, minimal sagging.

* Recovery time 5 days.

<READ MORE ON INFO ON INTERNAL LIFT>>

Nipple Reduction

* Reduces the length, height & width

* No visible scarring

* Incisions are not close to the ducts or erectile muscle

* Looks, feels and reacts natural. Still will be able to breast feed

* Local anesthetic

* Sutures are removed one week later

* Pain managed with prescribed pain medication

* Two weeks healing time

Nipple Correction – Inverted Nipple

* Absence of nipple stimulation & difficult to breast feed

* Tight or short ligaments

* Appears flat small and sunken without the ability to pop out and stay firm

* Mild cases can correct itself temporarily

* This surgery disconnects the ligaments

* Minimal incision, no visible scar

* Local anesthetic

* Pain managed with prescribed pain medication

* Quick recovery 2-3 days

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Subpectoral Breast Implants Beverly Hills – A Cup to C Cup

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Subpectoral Breast Augmentation Beverly Hills – Saline Breast Implants

Saline Breast Augmentation or Saline Breast Implant Surgery. Age 27. After patient had children and breast fed, breast deflated and sagged. Subpectoral (under the chest muscles) augmentation was performed. Patient was an A cup and is now a full C or small D. The right side has a 420 cc and left 390 cc.

Breast Implants – Inframammary Incision A cup to a C cup.

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Breast Augmentation with Saline Implants - Inframammary Incision

Breast Augmentation. Age 24. The patient wanted to be a C-cup. Inframammary incisions were made (under the breast line). Patient had some asymmetry (right breast larger than the left). Subpectoral augmentation (under the muscle) was performed with saline breast implants. The left side was augmented with 310 cc and the left 270 cc.

Ruptured Breast Implants – Removal of Breast Implants

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Removal of Breast Implants & Lift

Before                                                                      After

Breast Lift with Removal of old encapsulated Silicone Implants. Age 57. Patient had Silicone imlants since 1980. Patient had capsular contracture (hardening of the breast due to scare tissue forming around the implant), sagging and right silicone implant was ruptured. The patient was experiencing pain on the right side, with hardening and deformity. The left side also shows deformity in the form of sever sagging of the breast tissue over the contracted implant. The breasts were lifted and the shape and symmetry of the breasts is noticeably corrected.

Bevelry Hills Breast Reduction Surgery

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Breast Reduction Beverly Hills

Before                                      After

Breast Reduction. Age 44. Female Patient suffering from neck and back pains due to enlargement of her breasts. Before the reduction patients was wearing a D cup on left side and double D on the right side. Patient had asymmetry. 346 grams of tissue was removed form the right and 280 grams from the left. The breasts are now symmetrical in size and shape.

Nipple Sensation after Nipple Reduction

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Will I loose nipple sensation after nipple reduction?

The answer is no. Dr. Thomas’ advanced technique is performed so that the nipple will not only remain sensitive but you will also be able to breast feed. Read on…

Dr. Thomas’ Nipple Reduction Technique

Nipple Size Reduction - Protruding Nipple CorrectionOver the past 20 years I have used a technique which not only reduces the length and height of the nipple but also the width, with no visible scarring. This method achieves a very normal looking nipple without violating the erectile, sensory or lactating ability. This is because the incisions are no where close to the ducts or the erectile muscle. Sensation is kept intact through three skin sensory pathways. The nipple looks, feels and reacts natural to stimulation.

Healing & Pain of Nipple Reduction

Dr. Thomas’ method is an is performed under local anesthesia. You can return back to work the next day. Sutures are removed one week later and post operative discomfort is easily managed with prescribed pain medication. The nipple should be completely healed in two weeks. <<Read an article on Inverted Nipples>>

Plastic Surgery Informational Seminar – FREE to the Public

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FREE Plastic Surgery Seminars with Dr. Ivan Thomas
Lancaster. 2 Dates. Open to the Public. Limited Seating.

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon!

Voted the people’s choice for best Plastic Surgeon in the Antelope Valley several years in a row and in 2009. Dr. Ivan Thomas has been practicing for 29 years. His flawless track record, his commitment to quality care for his patients and advance technique is what makes him stand apart from the rest. Join Dr. Thomas as he explores the latest in Plastic Surgery procedures. Don’t miss this chance to meet with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Learn and ask questions about the procedures you may be considering.

Lancaster – Hampton Inn Suites – 5:00 – 6:30 PM

Seminar #1 – Friday Feb. 26th, 2010 – Breast Enhancements – Implants & Lifts

Enhance your Breasts – Breast Implants or Breast Lift? Are you unhappy with your Breasts? Come to this highly informative Seminar and Dr. Thomas will answer your questions regarding everything you would like to know about Breast Enhancements. Find out about the new and safe Memory Gel Silicone Implants. In this seminar Dr. Thomas will explain advanced and safe techniques for Breast Implants. Also learn about his beautiful Breast Lift procedures. Including his “Invisible Breast Lift” – which leaves no additional scars. You will get a good understanding of who makes an excellent candidate for Breast Implants versus a Breast Lift. PLUS! Complimentary implant sizing.

Seminar #2 – Friday Apr. 2nd, 2010 – Exoderm Peel & Lift a Non-Surgical Facelift

Non-Surgical Face Lift – Exoderm Peel and Lift
The extreme weather conditions and elements of the dessert can be
harsh on the skin, causing signs of premature aging, wrinkled and dry
skin. In just one treatment Non-Surgical Exoderm will lift the skin and erase hyper-pigmentation, sun damage, age spots, fine lines and old deep wrinkles. If you have ever considered a face lift but didn’t want the scars or stretched appearance, Exoderm is the revolutionary solution. Find out how Exoderm can also treat old & deep acne scars.

Registration is FREE! Everyone who registers, receives a goody bag and a $500 gift card to use towards any procedure!

<<Click Here to Register Via Email>>
Or Call 310.203.8297 or 661.203.8297

Please be advised that registration fills quickly.

Plastic Surgery Service Announcement – Botched Plastic Surgery

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Plastic Surgery Public Service Announcement – How to Avoid Botched Plastic Surgery

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Surgeon, Ivan Thomas M.D., releases this Public Service Announcement to help Plastic Surgery Patients Avoid Botched Plastic Surgery

The Holiday Season is a time when many patients undergo Plastic Surgery procedures. The reasons are due to more time off work, kids are not in school and the household budget is coming to a close and discretionary income can be more freely spent. We want you to know of recent developments that our offices have discovered through speaking with many of our patients, their family members and of our own observations. It’s important that if you choose to have a procedure done this Holiday Season you are aware of how to choose a surgeon and what pitfalls to avoid.

“DEALERSHIP” PRICING

TUMMY TUCK!

$3995

Time and time again you hear advertising on the radio for Tummy Tucks and Breast Augmentations for nominal fees. Fees are advertised as pricing ending in “$99” or “$95”.  This type of pricing is structured to be enticing. In actuality this is the type of pricing you would find at a car dealership. When choosing medical procedures you want to look for practices that base their pricing on an individual’s needs, time in surgery, years of experience and proper qualifications.

BOTCHED PLASTIC SURGERY ON THE RISE

The rate of botched surgery is increasing each year. As cosmetic surgeries are becoming more socially acceptable, more MD’s are practicing cosmetic surgery. Inadvertently you will now find general surgeons and practitioners performing plastic surgery procedures with little or no formal training and proper certifications. You should always choose a plastic surgeon who is Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

SURGERY SHORTCUTS

Stretched Scars from the Donut Lift

Stretched Scars that will not heal from "Donut" Lift

Shortcuts may result in irreversible financial and physical losses. Be aware of shortcut procedures that are passing trends and make unrealistic promises. We have seen patients who were made unattainable promises such as: Breast Lifts with out scaring (Donut Lift, Beneli Mastopexy), non-invasive Face Lifts that take less time to perform, shorter healing time with long lasting results. Other practices will prey on overweight patients and will perform Tummy Tuck or Liposuction on a patient without having them take the proper measures for weight loss. Without the proper weight loss Liposuction and Tummy Tuck will produce less than desirable results.

“TRICK” PHOTOGRAPHY

Inconsistencies in photography on a Dr.’s website may lead many patients to believe that the work produced is accurate and esthetically pleasing. The trained eye knows what to look for.

Distance – The distance between the before and after can be farther apart tricking the eye to think the patient looks smaller. Lighting – Brighter lighting after shots can portray better results and may not show irregularities. Arms Up & Down – Patients may have their arms up for the after picture making Breast Lifts & Tummy Tucks appear better.

QUALITY, EXPERIENCE & PRICE

Dr. Thomas cares about his patients and wants you to get the best results possible for your one and only face & body. No matter the fee you can be confident that you will love your results and receive only the best of medical care from Dr. Thomas and his staff. To inquire about our newly reduced fee schedule, we urge you to contact our staff for support. If you did happen to choose another physician we hope you are 100% satisfied with your results and wish you all the best.

Beverly Hills: 310.203.8297 – Lancaster/Antelope Valley: 661.949.0404

Dr. Thomas is certified with the American Board of Plastic Surgery

and has been performing Plastic Surgery for 28 years with a flawless history.

Beverly Hills Mommy Makeover – Tummy Tuck & Breast Implants

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Mommy Makeover after ChildbirthBeverly Hills Tummy Tuck, Breast Implants & Breast Lift is what makes up a Beverly Hills Mommy Makeover

The desire to become a mom is such a strong emotional feeling. This most precious gift can create changes for a mother’s body which can be undesirable.  The process of pregnancy leaves permanent effects on the breasts and abdomen. The breasts and abdomen become enlarged and then can become deflated and saggy. Dr. Thomas performs a duo-combo of Breast Enhancement and Tummy Tuck procedures on Patients coined  “Mommy Makeover”. When combining these procedures Dr. Thomas can turn back the hands of time and give Patients back their pre-pregnancy bodies.

Components of a Mommy Makeover

Breasts Enhancements – Implants & Lift

Pregnancy and breast feeding often take a toll on the breasts causing a loss of substance and severe sagging. This overall deflation is mainly due to a loss of baby weight and breast tissue, and an inability of the overstretched skin to shrink. A Mommy Makeover can include two types of Breast Enhancement: Breast Lift (Mastopexy) and Breast Augmentation (Silicone or Saline).

Mastopexy (Breast Lift) -  Dr. Thomas performs anchor incision Breast Lifts which removes the excessive loose skin and lifts the breasts and nipples to their original youthful position. Stitching is done underneath the skin with absorbable sutures, so there are no stitches to be removed.
Breast Augmentation (Breast Implants) -  When Dr. Thomas performs Breast Augmentation, whether with silicone or saline implants, his goal is to restore the youthful breast size, shape, feel and prefers the implants be placed under the chest muscle as this creates a more natural shape and feel.

Tummy

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) – As the baby grows, it stretches the abdominal skin and also thins out and weakens the abdominal muscles pushing out the inner organs, creating the typical after pregnancy tummy bulge. Abdominoplasty is the procedure which removes the excess skin and tightens the overstretched and weakened muscles restoring the pre-pregnancy figure. Dr. Thomas performs an advanced technique of a Tummy Tuck he named “High Lateral TensionTummy Tuck” which creates a tighter, shapelier, and more feminine abdomen and waistline.

Mommy Makeover Before and After Photos:

Breast Implants

Breast Implants

Breast Lift & Tummy Tuck

Breast Lift & Tummy Tuck