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South Bay Plastic Surgeons
3640 Lomita Boulevard #306
Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: (310) 784-0644
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

The Spa at South Bay Plastic Surgeons
3640 Lomita Boulevard #309
Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: (310) 784-0670
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Category Archives: Breast Augmentation

Is Breast Augmentation With Fat Transfer a Win-Win?

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Most women opt for breast surgery to improve their appearance and self-confidence. But just as there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to choosing a bra, you also have choices regarding breast augmentation. This procedure has truly evolved over the years, and today we can offer you options like natural breast augmentation with fat transfer vs. breast implants.  What is unique about breast augmentation with fat transfer? What is recovery like? Are you a good candidate? Let’s explore how and why a fat transfer breast augmentation could be …

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How To Sleep After Breast Augmentation: 3 Tips for Resting Well

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After breast augmentation—or any surgery, for that matter—rest is paramount. But getting the sleep you need during recovery can be tough. Our breast augmentation patients have taught us a thing or 2 about the recuperation process—and we’re sharing their tips for how to sleep well after breast augmentation here. Why Sleep Is Vital During Recovery Resting with your eyes closed can feel nice, but it’s simply not the same as sleep. When you fall asleep, your body undergoes a series of physiological changes and enters …

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How Soon Can I Exercise After Breast Augmentation & Other Recovery Tips

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If your breasts have lost volume, changed shape, or started to sag due to pregnancy or weight loss, breast augmentation is a great option for you. You probably did a ton of research and planning before your breast augmentation, but what should you expect after the procedure? Patients often worry about getting back to their regular routines, asking, "How soon can I exercise after my breast augmentation" and "When can I travel again?" If you're planning for breast augmentation, here are some helpful tips for …

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What to Look for in Breast Augmentation Before and After Pictures

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Thinking about breast augmentation? It’s no secret that looking through before and after photos by plastic surgeons near you will play a big part in your research. Before and after pictures offer an unfiltered look into what a surgeon is capable of and what awaits you on the other side of surgery. But do you know what you should be looking for as you click through each transformation? Read on to learn more about great things to see in a surgeon’s photo gallery, red flags to …

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What to Expect at Your Breast Augmentation Consultation

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You’ve decided to have breast augmentation, and your next step is to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. But what exactly will that consultation include? Scheduling that first appointment can seem intimidating, but you don’t have to worry. Knowing what to expect is a great way to put your mind at ease so you can focus on the excitement of taking your first steps toward the body you’ve always wanted. In this blog post, we’ll share some tips we give our Manhattan Beach-area breast …

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Can You Breastfeed With Implants?

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Women from all walks of life are interested in breast augmentation. Some younger patients plan to have more children in the future and worry that implants will impact their ability to breastfeed safely. Good news: Most women who get breast implants in Los Angeles can safely breastfeed, even without customizing their surgery. However, there are ways that you can be extra careful by working with your surgeon. Do breast implants affect breastfeeding?  Most women have nothing to fear when it comes to breast augmentation and …

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Bra Shopping After Breast Augmentation: What You Need to Know

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Breast augmentation patients at our Los Angeles-area practice love to celebrate their new bodies. For many women, the first to-do after recovery is to plan a shopping spree. Bra shopping after breast augmentation can be an exciting (if overwhelming) experience. With so many new options to choose from, you may be unsure of where to begin. When adapting to a new body after breast augmentation, we offer our Redondo and Manhattan Beach plastic surgery patients a few helpful guidelines. Here are some ways to smoothly …

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Breast Augmentation Recovery Tips: 4 Emotions You’ll Feel

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When we consult with people considering breast augmentation, we want them to know we’re here to support them every step of the way. That support includes providing plenty of information about what to expect throughout the surgical process and recovery. Breast augmentation can be a highly rewarding decision that leaves you feeling more confident in your skin, but that’s not to say the journey doesn’t include a few highs and lows along the way. Between the anticipation ahead of the procedure and the challenges that …

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Breast Lift, Breast Augmentation, or Both?

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Many women interested in enhancing their breasts aren’t sure which procedure will help them achieve the best results. Breast lifts and breast augmentation are among the most popular procedure options at our Torrance, CA, practice, but they offer very different solutions to common breast concerns. The choice between these surgeries can be a confusing one. That’s why we’re here to help. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at what each procedure can and can’t achieve. Plus, we’ll explain why taking a combined …

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4 Things to Know Before Your Breast Augmentation

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You've got your doctor selected and your implants picked out—you might have even booked your surgery date—but are you fully prepared for your breast augmentation here in Long Beach? We wanted to use this month's blog post as an opportunity to share some of the lesser-known effects of breast augmentation, so that you can plan ahead and know exactly what to expect. You'll probably need another surgery. Not right away, though. It's a good idea to consider the fact that breast implants don't last forever …

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