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February 15, 2013

When breast augmentation results in a displaced breast implant, the complication is sometimes referred to as bottoming out. Bottoming out occurs when the breast implant descends downward, below the crease formed beneath the breast.

This breast augmentation complication is quite obvious and can be devastating. Bottoming out pushes the nipples higher on the breast mound, and often creates the appearance of a second bulge beneath your breast mound.

The risk of bottoming out may be increased by:

  • Relatively heavy breast...
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January 24, 2013

The African American nose is generally wider with a flatter nasal shape, wider bridge, and flared nasal base. In addition, the skin is typically thicker and the cartilage of the nose is thinner and less defined. In many instances, this appearance enhances and compliments your other natural features but, as with any ethnic group, your nose can detract from your features and leave you feeling self-conscious and unhappy.

Double board-certified Fort Lauderdale ethnic rhinoplasty surgeon Dr. Jon Harrell has over two decades of experience helping African Americans in our community bring...

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January 10, 2013

In order for your Fort Lauderdale rhinoplasty to compliment your natural features, your ethnic background will need to be taken into consideration. The physical features of Asians are unique and your rhinoplasty procedure should honor and celebrate your specific physical characteristics.

Double board-certified Fort Lauderdale rhinoplasty surgeon Dr. Jon Harrell understands the unique needs of our Asian patients. Working with you on an individual basis, he will make the adjustments necessary to ensure you rhinoplasty produces natural-looking and complimentary results.

No Two Noses are the...

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December 18, 2012

As with any surgical procedure, rhinoplasty comes with risks and complications such as infection, bleeding, negative reactions to medications, and improper wound healing. Double board-certified Fort Lauderdale rhinoplasty surgeon Dr. Jon Harrell takes every care to help guard against these potential surgical issues. You can further reduce your risks by closely following all of Dr. Harrell’s postsurgical advice.

Rhinoplasty Risks

Risks and complications specific to rhinoplasty include:

  • Difficulties breathing through your nose
  • Loss of sensation around the nose...
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December 13, 2012

The goal of ethnic rhinoplasty is to provide natural-looking results that enhance your appearance and honor your ethnicity. Every face is different and the needs of each patient are entirely unique. During your ethnic rhinoplasty consultation with board-certified Miami plastic surgeon Dr. Jon Harrell, your desires will be discussed in full. Dr. Harrell will also assess your natural characteristics and, applying his 25 years of experience, help you determine what rhinoplasty options will best compliment your features.

Ethnic Rhinoplasty Considerations

The...

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December 11, 2012

When you are considering breast augmentation in Fort Lauderdale, you may want to know how breast enhancement will impact your fashion choices. First and foremost, it is important to remember that fashions change. This season’s fashions will be different in three months and there is no telling what next year will bring. Fashion is temporary, changing both with the months and your personal tastes. Style, however, is permanent.

Breast augmentation is not about fashion; it’s about style. When your breasts are proportional to your frame, shaped and sized ideally to meet your unique curves, you can pull...

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December 06, 2012

Breast implants placed by Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon Dr. Jon Harrell do not have an expiration date. Some women find the results of their initial breast augmentation procedure remain consistent for 20 years or more. Others, however, may need to have their breast implants removed and replaced within just a few short years. This varies from woman to woman and should be discussed with Dr. Harrell during you breast enhancement planning phase.

Breast Implant Rupture

One of the most common reasons to have implants removed and replaced is rupture. While there is no guarantee...

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December 04, 2012

Breast implants may last for a very long time, but they are not intended to be a lifetime device. In fact, until recently it was often recommended that implants be replaced every ten years just to be safe. Breast augmentation and implant options have come a long way and scheduled replacement of implants is no longer necessary. However, there may come a time when your implants need to be replaced. Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon will discuss potential complications with implants during your breast augmentation consultation.

Why Breast Implants May Need to be Replaced

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November 29, 2012

Hematoma is the medical name for a collection of blood in the surgical area. Following your Fort Lauderdale breast augmentation procedure you can reduce your risks for this complication by avoiding blood thinners such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and supplements such as Vitamin E and garlic. During your initial consultation, board-certified Fort Lauderdale breast augmentation surgeon Dr. Jon Harrell will discuss the best ways to help reduce your risk for hematoma and other potential breast augmentation complications.

Hematoma Symptoms

When the flow of blood is excessive, it can...

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November 27, 2012

While not common, it is possible to develop an infection following your Fort Lauderdale breast augmentation procedure. Dr. Jon Harrell is a board-certified plastic surgeon who takes every care to help you avoid infection, but your willingness to closely follow all of his postoperative advice will also play a role.

To help prevent infection following breast augmentation:

  • Keep your incisions covered until Dr. Harrell advises you otherwise
  • Keep your incisions clean
  • Avoid touching or scratching your incisions
  • Do not submerge your breasts in a tub until advised...
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