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“Side boob” has entered the fashion lexicon as a term for outfits that reveal the sides of the breasts — and it has been a hot trend for the past few years. It’s the new cleavage, shifting the peek from the center to the sides. Look back at pictures of Reese Witherspoon in a Jason Wu for Hugo Boss dress at the 2014 Vanity Fair Oscar party, or Gwynneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lawrence in their Oscar dresses. Since then, other stars and personalities have jumped on the trend, notably Kate Hudson, Kendall Jenner, Rihanna, Bella Hadid, and Kim and Chloe Kardashian.

How do they pull it off? And could you?

Side-Boob Dressing Tips

The side-boob look can be super sexy if you do it right. But you’ll need to be careful if you want to keep it tasteful — and avoid a wardrobe malfunction. Here are some of the secrets:

• Buy a cut-out dress with a classy side reveal. These are hot right now, and many designs give you a chance to show a sliver of breast without the worry of too much exposure. 
• If you’re not ready for open side exposure, wear a blouse that’s sheer on the sides and solid in front. You’ll have the feel of fabric all around you while giving a subtle but sexy side-boob peek.
• Try a muscle tee with deep-cut armholes. As long as the armholes aren’t too big, you’ll be safe from showing too much.
• Buy a trusty roll of fashion tape — the celebrities’ secret security prop. (Hollywood Fashion Tape is a popular brand.) This double-sided tape sticks to your skin and the inside of the outfit to keep everything in place. It’s the best protection against embarrassing clothing mishaps.
• Look at yourself in a mirror from every angle before you go out. Turn around, bend down, and raise your arms to see what shows with every move.

When doing a top reveal, whether it’s deep cleavage or a side boob, it’s a good idea to keep the rest of your outfit conservative. You don’t want to overdo it and distract from the effect by showing too much leg, for example.

3 Ways to Enhance Your Silhouette

The other key to pulling off the side-boob look, of course, is your breasts. Some women have the natural curves for an alluring side-boob peek, while others don’t. If you need a bit more volume or less sag to rock with this look, consider a breast lift or breast augmentation with implants or fat grafting.

Breast Lift

A breast lift gets rid of the droop and gives your boobs a younger-looking projection. An outfit with side-boob exposure is going to show how your breasts have sagged with age, weight changes, or motherhood, or how their volume has shifted from top to bottom. A breast lift raises and reshapes your breasts so you’ll feel confident about that peek.

Breast Augmentation With Implants

Breast implants enhance the size and shape of your breasts for a sexier look. A successful side-boob look doesn’t require huge breasts — it can be a knockout with B cups — but it does look better with a noticeably round shape. The goal should be to choose a size and form that fits naturally with your body, and that looks great with a bit of reveal.

Fat Grafting

Fat grafting is another, subtler way to enhance your silhouette. A talented plastic surgeon can remove excess fat from a donor area of your body using liposuction, then processes and injects the fat cells into parts of the breasts that need a volume boost. The results are long-lasting and use only your body’s fat tissue. Fat grafting has a double advantage of slimming with liposuction, while simultaneously building more roundness in your breasts.

Combining two procedures — a breast lift with either type of augmentation — can be a great way to sculpt your breasts for optimal effect. 

Imagine feeling so confident about your body and so secure in your sexy silhouette that you delight in turning heads with a stunning side-boob outfit!

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Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery have developed an impeccable reputation for their stunning, natural-looking results and high patient satisfaction. Contact them today at 310-746-5475, or send an online request to schedule a consultation.

Women who are unhappy with the results of their breast enhancement or those who suffer from breast implant complications may be good candidates for saline or silicone breast implant removal plastic surgery. In case the original breast enlargement was not performed properly, this procedure might become necessary. 

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides breast implant removal to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities. 

 

Choosing between Implant Removal and Replacement

Prior to the breast implant removal surgery, the surgeon will understand the reasons for the implant complications and advise patients on a suitable course of action. 

If the patient decides to undergo breast implant replacement, this procedure will be undertaken during the implant removal procedure. But if the patient needs only breast implant removal, the surgeon will advise them on cosmetic surgery options such as breast lift surgery. These can be performed in combination with breast implant removal surgery.

The surgeon will assess the implants and the adjacent tissue for swelling, leakage, rupture, and infection before the surgery.

 

Offering the Patient In-depth Information

During the pre-op consultation, a committed surgeon will educate the patient on all aspects of breast implant removal to allow her to make a judicious decision. The surgeon will discuss the breast implant removal surgery benefits, risks, procedure steps, and the approximate recovery duration after the procedure. 

The surgeon will also make sure that the patient is seeking this procedure without any pressure or influence from external sources. Patients who have detailed information on breast implant surgery usually make a well-considered decision on the procedure as well as attain higher levels of satisfaction.

 

Good Candidates

A key goal for the surgeon during a breast implant removal consultation will be to determine the patient’s candidacy for this procedure. The surgeon will undertake a general medical examination and evaluate the structure of the breast as well as the skin texture and elasticity. 

The surgeon will assess the surgical and medical history of the patient and may order medical tests if necessary. They will include the patient’s cosmetic goals into the personalized breast surgery plan.

 

Instructions for Preparation and Recovery

Patients who smoke will need to refrain from smoking for several weeks before and after the breast implant removal cosmetic surgery. Pertaining to this, the surgeon may change the patient’s schedule for prescription drugs, blood thinners, and herbal supplements in discussion with the prescribing physician. 

 

Creating Reasonable Expectations

At the time of the pre-operative consultation process, certain surgeons may display before and after breast implant surgery images of past patients to help her develop realistic expectations from the procedure. Patients with reasonable expectations are usually more satisfied with the final results and feel more confident. 

In regards to this, the surgeon may also show the patient testimonials of previous patients to learn more about the surgical procedure from the standpoint of another patient. The patient may also request a brief office tour to familiarize herself with the surgeon’s practice which can help build confidence that the surgeon runs a tight ship and cares about their patients and practice. 

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for breast implant removal.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

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You’re happy with your lean runner’s body, but wish you had more of a figure up top. If you’ve dismissed breast augmentation as a change that would get in the way of your fitness goals, think again. With the right choices, you can have it all — a more feminine figure and a commitment to healthy physical activity. A significant number of competitive runners and cyclists have had breast augmentation surgery for the same reason, and carried on with their push for faster times. 

In this article, we’ll discuss some key choices and answer some commonly asked questions.

Freedom of Movement

Size and shape matter in breast implants, both for your looks and for your ability to run with comfort. To avoid any interference with your arm movement while you run, you’ll want to minimize “spill-out” to the sides of your breasts. You also want to avoid adding too much weight to your chest with overly large implants to avoid back strain and chafing, not to mention slowing your uphill pace. 

If your body is lean from running, you’re probably not looking for a big increase in breast size anyway — it could give you an unbalanced appearance. So you might think C cup rather than D cup. That’s in keeping with an overall trend of more modest augmentations. If you do go for a larger size, a well-fitted sports bra can help you stay comfortable on the road and track.

Talk with the surgeon, too, about the shape of the implants. A higher-profile implant — one with a narrower base and more forward projection — will have less spread to the sides than will a lower-profile implant — one with a wide base. Of course, the choice of implant size and shape should be whatever provides the most natural fit with your anatomy.

Placement

A surgeon can place breast implants either beneath the chest wall muscles (subpectoral placement) or above them (subglandular placement), and each choice has its advantages. 

If you lift weights or are a competitive sprinter, subglandular placement is probably the better choice. When implants are below the muscles, the intense contractions involved in building upper-body strength can distort the implants or shift their position.

If you’re like most runners, with a slender upper body profile and no plans for a more muscular chest, subpectoral placement may be more comfortable. But either placement option should be fine. Your plastic surgeon can explain which of the options will give you the most natural breast look and feel.

Silicone or Saline?

The choice of silicone or saline implants is another decision with several factors to consider. If you are very thin, with little body fat or breast tissue, the softer silicone implants may produce a more natural look and feel than saline implants. But neither option has an absolute advantage for all runners.

Will Implants Hold up Under the Stresses of Running?

Some female athletes are concerned about the durability of implants. Remember, these are medical devices designed to withstand significant trauma, such as hitting the steering wheel in a car accident. So the movement of running won’t affect the implants themselves. To avoid stretching the skin of your breasts when running after augmentation, it’s a good idea to wear a well-fitting sports bra.

Timing

The timing of the procedure is the final consideration. You will need to have some downtime to heal. That means at least two weeks with no strenuous exercise, then a gradual buildup to your normal training and competition routine. 

Many runners schedule the procedure soon after their most important race of the year, when they will have downtime for physical recovery anyway. Or, they plan the procedure for the winter months, when they would ordinarily be on a lighter training routine.

As you begin to resume your running routine, get a professional fitting for a sports bra with extra support. With appropriate care, and without pushing yourself too hard or too fast, you should be back in your normal routine in a few weeks.

Get a Free Professional Consultation

Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery have developed an impeccable reputation for their stunning, natural-looking results and consistently high level of patient satisfaction, and they have experience working with athletes. Contact them today at 310-746-5475 or send an online request to schedule a complimentary consultation.

After the breast augmentation procedure, a woman may seek breast implant removal surgery at any stage due to a variety of causes, including cosmetic, emotional, and medical reasons. It is vital for women considering a breast implant removal to be in suitable health. She should also not be pregnant or nursing. 

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides breast implant removal to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Removal due to Improper Implants

The primary breast augmentation cosmetic surgery may not always offer outcomes that are satisfactory for the patient due to various reasons, such as inappropriate implant shape, size, or type. 

Sometimes (in rare cases), the woman may feel that she felt happier with her natural breast shape, or that the bigger breasts are adversely affecting her ability to perform certain tasks. 

Patients experiencing such problems may be good candidates for breast implant removal surgery. The woman may, at times, be unhappy with the size, type, or shape of her implants. 

A woman may feel that the implants are excessively large or too small. She may find the shape or profile unsuitable to her. Such women may be good candidates for breast implant removal surgery, as well. Sometimes the patient may choose to get new, more appropriate implants after implant removal.

The FDA approved silicone breast implants a few years after saline implants were approved by the FDA. Some patients may decide to have their saline implants replaced with silicone ones. 

 

Surgical Complications Requiring Removal

A woman may also experience complications associated with breast implants after her breast enlargement plastic surgery, which may occur at any time after the primary procedure. 

The risk of complications is significantly reduced when an experienced and skilled breast surgeon undertakes the procedure. However, complications may still occur, even years after the primary augmentation surgery.

Capsular contracture refers to the hardening of the scar tissue around the implant. In such cases, the patient will need to undergo scar tissue or implant removal surgery to correct this condition. 

Furthermore, they may decide to receive implant replacement after the removal procedure. The implants may rupture, leak, or deflate due to a defective implant or natural wear and tear. 

Implant rippling may occur due to the thinning of the skin across the breasts or hormonal changes. At times, the breast implant may move from its original placement to create a lop-sided appearance. In such cases, the patient will require breast implant surgery.

 

Other Candidates for Breast Implant Removal

Breast removal surgery may be performed for other reasons as well, such as a cancer diagnosis. In such cases, breast implant removal will be required to ensure the efficacy of cancer treatment. Some women seek breast implant removal because of changing aesthetic preferences or lifestyle. 

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for breast implant removal.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

Serving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and surrounding areas.

Saline or silicone breast implant removal cosmetic surgery may be an appropriate solution for women who are unhappy with the results of their primary breast augmentation. 

If the original breast implant procedure was done improperly, it may be necessary for the patient to undergo breast implant removal. Breast implants may become hardened or displaced due to incorrect placement or pressure from scar tissue.

Correlating with this, the procedure may also be necessary if the implants rupture or deflate due to a defective implant or an injury. In case an infection develops, breast implants may also need to be removed. plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides breast implant removal to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities. 

 

What does Breast Implant Removal Surgery involve?

Before proceeding with the breast implant removal process, the surgeon will evaluate the causes of the implant complications and recommend a course of treatment to the patient. If the patient chooses to have her silicone or saline implants replaced with a different type or size of breast implant, the replacement can be performed as an independent procedure.

If the patient, however, decides to have her implants removed, the surgeon will advise her about options such as breast lift plastic surgery, which can be performed simultaneously with the removal procedure. 

The surgeon will likely undertake the procedure using general anesthesia or intravenous sedation. To attain access to the implant, the surgeon will place an incision in one of the following areas:

• Right underneath the armpit
• Around the areola
• Under the breast fold
• Rarely, through the navel

The incisions involved in breast implant removal are usually the same as the ones made during the original breast augmentation surgery. The surgeon will typically also remove scar tissue as well as the breast implant during this procedure.

 

Saline Breast Implant Removal

The surgeon may deflate the implant before removing it during saline revision surgery to allow easier removal. Once the implant has been removed, the surgeon will remove scar tissue from the previous breast enlargement procedure. 

As soon as the original implant is removed, the placement of new implants or breast lift surgery will take place. It takes between 30 to 45 minutes to complete the surgery. Following the procedure, the patient will remain in the hospital for a few hours under observation.

 

Silicone Breast Implant Removal

A silicone implant that ruptures may go undetected. Therefore, the surgeon will perform a manual exam to check the implant for any signs of distress or rupture before removing it during silicone revision surgery. This minimizes any risks related to the breast implant procedure.

Implant removal may be more complicated than the primary enhancement procedure, especially when the outer shell is textured or foam covered. Sometimes the adjacent tissue and muscle may also need to be removed in addition to the implant.

During the removal, the patient may also receive a breast implant replacement, breast lift, or scar revision. The time taken to complete the implant removal procedure depends on whether other procedures are being undertaken simultaneously. It usually takes less than one hour to remove silicone breast implants. 

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for breast implant removal.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

Serving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and surrounding areas.