Breast Surgery Resources
This page contains some of the best resources available on the Net and elsewhere on breast augmentation surgery and corrective surgery. Feel free to use all of the resources provided to learn as much as you can about breast augmentation or breast reduction surgery.
Food and Drug Administration - Breast Implants Page
http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/breastimplants/index.html
Here you will find any information pertaining to breast implants provided by the FDA. Included is information on silicone gel implants and clinical trials and studies involving breast implant surgery.
FDA Consumer Affairs
http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/breastimplants/fdacontacts.html
The FDA created a site where consumers can call in and ask questions about breast surgery. The consumer affairs division also offers a handbook on breast augmentation surgery that is non-biased. You can also call 1-888-463-6332 to request this information. If you prefer to speak to a live specialist, call the same number and follow the directions for reaching an advocate when prompted.
WebMD Breast Enlargement Information Page
http://women.webmd.com/Women-Medical-Reference/Breast-enlargement
WebMD has compiled a comprehensive review of breast enhancement and augmentation surgery. You can link to other valuable resources from this page. You can also research patient centers and use the links provided to find a qualified plastic surgeon in your area. You can also research your choices on anesthesia used for breast surgery.
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
http://www.plasticsurgery.org/patients_consumers/procedures/AugmentationMammoplasty.cfm
This page takes you directly to the ASPS page on breast augmentation. You can also visit http://www.plasticsurgery.org/ and click on the patients tab to find links to information on other types of plastic surgery. The ASPS provides a gallery of pictures from patients that have had plastic surgery including breast augmentation and breast reduction. You can even review videos at this website, or use the site to find out if your doctor is a member of the ASPS. Most people recommend you work with a doctor that has a membership and is in good standing with the ASPS. The society is well recognized for its quality services and commitment to educating the public and public awareness.
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
http://www.surgery.org/public/procedures/breast_augmentation
This page from the ASAPS has answers to some of the questions commonly asked about breast augmentation surgery. The site also has a photo gallery with before and after pictures of patients who have gotten breast implants, plus a searchable database you can use to find a plastic surgeon near you.
BreastImplantSafety.org
http://www.breastimplantsafety.org/
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) joined together to create the first authoritative source of information regarding breast implant and safety issues for the general public. This web site offers factual, scientific information on the pros and cons of saline implants, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of silicone implants. The site also covers medical research, safety information, clinical trials, plus much more.
Yahoo! Plastic Surgery Center
http://health.yahoo.com/topic/cosmetic/treatment/article/healthwise/tf2202
This article provides a general overview of plastic surgery, including breast augmentation surgery and information on mammography. You can also find links with information about breast lifts and other related surgeries. Yahoo also has a wide support network including forums and groups you can join and talk with other patients and professionals about their experiences with breast augmentation or reconstructive surgery.
Yahoo! Reconstructive Surgery
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/OSSG_Reconstructive_Plastic_Surgery
This is a group membership only board provided by yahoo for individuals interested in talking about reconstructive surgery including breast reconstruction surgery. You may have to sign up for a membership to participate in this group. Some recently answered questions include topics on insurance for breast surgery and anesthesia for surgery.
Mentor Company Silicone Gel Page
http://www.mentorcorp.com/breastsurgery/augmentation/index.htm
This link takes you directly to Mentor Corporation's page on silicone breast implants, and information on their new MemoryGel breast implants. You can find out if you are a candidate for this new implant and review the results of studies published by Mentor about their silicone gel implants. You can also look for a plastic surgeon in your area that performs surgery using Mentor implants using their easy Plastic Surgeon Finder. They even provide you with a link to other clinical trials currently taking place involving breast implants, primarily silicone gel implants.
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