Category Archives: Choosing a Surgeon

Is 400 cc enough?

by Terrye Tebbetts Question: So ladies I need ya’ll with experience! I am a 34 A right now, and the docotor said 400 cc would be a good look for me.  I really am afraid that I am going to … Continue reading

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Saggy Breasts? Is Dual Plane an alternative to a Breast Lift?

by Terrye Tebbetts I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving break – I know we did and we were very thankful for the time off with our daughter!!  During the holiday I recieved a note from a patient I had … Continue reading

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High Five Success Story!

by Terrye Tebbetts I think sometimes patients are afraid to ask their surgeon about other surgical methods.  Please don’t be afraid to ask them!  They should be happy to answer your questions about other surgical techniques – even if they … Continue reading

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Unnecessary Pain ~ Why is it so hard to believe there is a better way to have breast augmentation?

By Terrye Tebbetts I popped onto an implant forum this morning and saw another post about all the pain and restrictions after breast augmentation surgery.  The post was titled 7 Hours Post op…  “Hi Everybody. Well, I made it through … Continue reading

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Back to the Basics – Q&A Breast Implant Manufacturers

by Terrye Tebbetts Many cosmetic surgery websites have a helpful list of questions for you to have available when you go to your consults.  I thought it would be helpful to provide you with some answers ahead of time too!  … Continue reading

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Traveling for 24 Hour Recovery – a patient’s account of her time in Dallas, Texas

By Terrye Tebbetts This is a note from a recent patient who is a very busy lady – she runs her own business and family and never stops!  She came to Dallas by herself to have breast augmentation surgery with … Continue reading

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Breast Implant Sizers – it’s like playing dress up

by Terrye Tebbetts Do you remember when you were little and you liked to play dress up?  Digging out clothes of your Mom’s or older sister that did not fit  but you couldn’t wait to put it on and then … Continue reading

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Breast Implants and the Trouble with Hindsight

by Terrye Tebbetts I have had the pleasure of talking with a young woman – 25 years old, no babies – about her BA consults and decisions – her ps has started her thinking 350 and the ladies in that … Continue reading

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Death and Breast Implants

by Terrye Tebbetts Question – I finally scheduled my consultation for the 27th. I am pretty excited but scared. I am not scared of the pain or discomfort. I am not scared about anything. I am actually really excited to … Continue reading

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Breast Implant Surgery – Which Anesthesia Type is Best?

by Terrye Tebbetts Question – I have a consultation for BA fast approaching and my biggest concern is anesthesia. OPTION 1: My surgeon will perform the procedure in his suite while Im awake but numb. (I believe it’s called local … Continue reading

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