“The only thing constant is change,” say the sages. While your breast implants may have given you years of increased confidence and swagger, attitudes and trends change. The up to 20 years they last have surely seen shifts in your fashion choices, habits, and opinions on your best figure. You have every right to go through the next phase of your life with a sleek, new profile. Modern implant removal and breast reconstruction techniques make now better than ever to remove your implants. While many women choose the breast lift or fat transfer to the breast, leaving the implants to their past, you also […]

More women than ever are undergoing breast augmentation—and with good reason. In 2018 alone, over 300 thousand American women chose to enhance their curves and live in a body they adore. Surgical techniques are more advanced and safer than ever, and they offer patients a huge degree of customization to make their desires reality. Though the stigma around plastic surgery is (thankfully) waning, many of our patients still feel uncertain about how to talk about their breast augmentation with family and friends. There is no time of year more anxiety-provoking when it comes to unwanted questions and judgments than the holidays. […]

Few medical devices have been studied as thoroughly as breast implants. Since their introduction in the 1960s, silicone breast implants have been subjected to numerous studies assessing their safety for long-term use. The vast majority of these studies have shown that breast implants do not cause any serious illnesses, including cancer. However, in recent years, concerns over one specific type of implant have arisen owing to its possible link to BIA-ALCL. Before you get breast implants, it’s important to review the latest health and safety information. Debunking myths surrounding breast implants and cancer will help you select the right implants to […]

People who have stubborn fat usually try anything and everything they can to lose it: They modify their diet, work out, and sometimes even consider surgery. However, while liposuction is both quick and effective, not everyone feels comfortable using an invasive procedure to tackle unwanted pounds. For individuals like these, CoolSculpting—a revolutionary FDA-approved cryolipolysis treatment—provides the perfect compromise, offering a blend of comfort, convenience, and effectiveness. What is Cryolipolysis? Cryolipolysis is the medical term for “fat freezing,” an innovative process that uses extreme cold to destroy fat cells. During CoolSculpting, cold is delivered directly into subcutaneous fat cells via a hand-held applicator […]

Welcome to our new website for Parkins Plastic Surgery and Dr. Maida Parkins. Dr. Parkins is excited to introduce this new website for her practice as an educational resource for information on plastic surgery. Take a look around and let us know what you think! Here are a few quick links to browse on the site: Meet Dr. Parkins Read our Reviews Our Facility Resources Schedule a Consultation Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you soon! […]