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What to Do If Your Saline Breast Implant Ruptures?
If your saline breast implant ruptures, you’ll notice right away. Learn why it happens, how common it is, and how long you have to replace it to maintain your results.
Pre-Surgery Carb Drinks: A Simple Way to Boost Recovery
Learn how pre-surgery carbohydrate drinks can improve your plastic surgery recovery by supporting hydration, reducing nausea, and stabilizing blood sugar — plus what to do if the standard drinks aren’t right for you.
Choosing the Best Breast Implant Plane for You: Subglandular, Subfascial, or Submuscular?
Choosing the right placement for your breast implants — above the muscle, under the fascia, or below the muscle — is one of the most important steps in breast augmentation. Each option has unique benefits, from recovery and appearance to exercise considerations and long-term risks. This guide explains the differences in plain language so you can feel confident making the choice that’s right for you.
Why I Wear UPF Clothing (and You Should Too)
UPF clothing is one of the easiest ways to protect your skin from UV damage—especially while driving or spending time near windows. Dr. Victoria Aimé shares how she uses UPF sleeves, gloves, and hats daily, and why this sun-smart habit is a must for long-term skin health.
Does Submuscular Breast Implant Placement Affect Pectoralis Muscle Function?
Curious how placing breast implants under the muscle affects chest strength? Dr. Victoria Aimé explains what happens to the pectoralis major during submuscular breast augmentation, what functional changes to expect, and who might notice the difference.
How to Prevent Pneumonia After a Tummy Tuck: Why I Give Every Patient an Incentive Spirometer
Pneumonia is a preventable but real risk after tummy tuck surgery. In this post, Dr. Victoria Aimé explains how and why she gives every patient an incentive spirometer to support healthy breathing and reduce complications during recovery.
What Does “Half Under the Muscle” Mean in Breast Augmentation?
“Half under the muscle” breast augmentation is trending in pop culture—but what does it actually mean? In this post, Dr. Victoria Aimé explains the surgical reality behind the phrase, breaking down the dual plane technique, who it’s for, and why it matters for natural-looking breast augmentation results.
What Causes Gynecomastia? Understanding the Most Common Reason for Male Breast Enlargement
Gynecomastia, or the enlargement of male breast tissue, is a common condition that can affect boys and men at various stages of life. This blog post explains the key causes, along with when it tends to occur, how often it resolves on its own, and how it can be treated.
Do You Really Need to Wear a Post-Op Abdominal Binder or Compression Garment?
Wondering if you really need that post-op binder or compression garment? Learn what they actually do, the evidence behind them, how long to wear them, and how to choose one that fits your recovery needs and budget.
Why Exercise Alone Can’t Restore Your Body After Childbirth
Discover why exercise alone can’t fix postpartum changes like muscle separation and loose skin. Learn how a tummy tuck can repair diastasis recti and remove excess skin to help moms restore a flatter, firmer abdomen.
How Your Own Fat Can Improve Your Face, Breasts, Butt, Hands, and More
Learn how fat transfer uses your own natural fat to enhance and rejuvenate the face, breasts, butt, and hands. This versatile technique offers natural-looking, long-lasting results while contouring donor areas.
Medical Tattooing for Scars: An Effective Option for Natural-Looking Results
Learn how medical tattooing can effectively camouflage scars and hypopigmented areas. Ideal for tummy tuck scars, breast lift scars, or post-reconstruction areolas, this treatment blends pigment naturally for more confident, seamless results.
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