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Which type of breast implant is right for you?

Not all implants are created equal, and you should know your options prior to choosing an implant. Different implants can achieve a different appearance; some may be better suited for you than others. At Bruno|Brown, we have four ways to achieve your desired look:

• Fat grafting
• Saline implants
• Silicone implants
• Ideal implants

When deciding which approach is right for you, your doctor will discuss what you want your breasts to look like as well as your lifestyle to ensure it’s the right option.

How do I make a decision for the best breast implants in Chevy Chase, MD?

The decision to undergo Breast Augmentation is not a light one, and every aspect of it should be weighed heavily before being decided upon. Of the many things to consider, the right Doctor should be your primary concern. You want someone who is Board Certified and has extensive experience, someone whose patients have had successful results, and most importantly, someone that you feel comfortable with.

There are many reasons people decide to undergo Breast Augmentation and these reasons are personal and oftentimes carry with them emotional ties. Our qualified plastic surgeons understand the sensitivity of the subject and want to ensure that you get the results you are looking for. In your consultation, you will discuss the changes you desire, “try on” different options, and participate in deciding with the Doctor every aspect of your operation.

If you are ready to schedule your consultation today, follow the link to our Contact Page. We look forward to hearing from you and assisting you on this life-changing journey!

Many people, men and women alike are dissatisfied with their noses. This dissatisfaction can come from many different aesthetic and functional reasons. Some people have noses they feel are too small or too large. For some it is the tip of the nose or perhaps the profile of the nose which may reveal bumps or indentations. Still, for others, their dissatisfaction is purely functional. Problems like having a deviated septum can make it very difficult to breath. In many cases, it is a combination of both aesthetic and functional goals which bring a patient in to our office.

Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown have helped countless men and women achieve the nose they desire through Chevy Chase Rhinoplasty. Rhinoplasty, more commonly known as Nose Surgery or a Nose Job, is a surgical procedure to improve nose imperfection both inside and outside the nose. If you are unhappy with your nose, contacting our office to schedule your confidential consultation is the best way to determine if Rhinoplasty surgery is right for you.

Dealing with the loss of one or both breasts due to cancer or other illness is a loss no one can prepare you for. Suddenly, something you’d taken for granted would always be there, isn’t and just as with the loss of a limb or loved one, you grieve. The healing process is a slow one. Everyone deals with the loss differently and finds their own way to move forward in life. For some, that means Reconstructive Breast Surgery.

Our Plastic Surgeons consider it the one of the most rewarding procedures to perform because of the opportunity to give women something of themselves back and watch their transformation as they heal and the self-confidence that grows from it. Every patient that comes in for a consultation presents unique goals, desires and challenges which are then discussed in detail with the patient to design the most ideal coarse of treatment for them.

There are three kinds of reconstructive procedures: Implant-based reconstruction, TRAM flap reconstruction and Latissimus flap reconstruction. If you are interested in discussing your reconstructive options, we invite you to schedule a consultation today.

There are a few reasons people may be considering an Arm Lift Surgery, also known as Brachioplasty. The effects of dramatic weight loss often leave people with excess, sagging skin on their body, including the underarm area. Sometimes, due to genetic reasons or aging the underarm can have excessive hanging skin and/or fat deposits which can be resistant to diet and exercise. Improvements to arms in these states can be made through Chevy Chase Brachioplasty.

Brachioplasty is a procedure which removes the excess sagging skin from the arm. The incision will be made in as inconspicuous position as possible to reduce the visibility of a scar after surgery. Often Liposuction may be done in conjunction with the Arm Lift surgery for optimum results. Other Body Contouring procedures may also be performed depending on the need of the patient such as a Breast Lift, Tummy Tuck, or Face and Neck Lift for the best overall results. Contact our office today to find out what your Body Contouring options are.

 

We are all pre-destined to have different trouble zones- parts of the body that are more difficult to impossible to lose weight and tone, despite our best diet and exercise efforts. Theses trouble zones vary person to person, but some common areas are the stomach, arms, hips, thighs, buttocks, and back. Board certified plastic surgeons Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown have helped countless Chevy Chase area patients, men and women alike, improve these trouble zones or pockets of stubborn fat from their body to create a more contoured, balanced body shape.

The liposuction procedure works by utilizing a long skinny tube which literally sucks the fat out. This tube is inserted into the trouble zones through tiny incisions. Often liposuction is used in conjuncture with other body contouring procedures such as abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to create the most optimum results. It should be noted that while liposuction does remove fat- it is not a weight loss treatment and is best suited for those in otherwise healthy conditions to remove isolated pockets of fat.

View before and after photos of actual patients who’ve undergone liposuction.

If you are tired of battling your trouble zones, contact our office today to set up an appointment for your confidential consultation.

Everyone has different trouble areas or parts of their body which are difficult to tone. For many people this area is the thigh and buttocks. After dramatic weigh loss, excess sagging skin can occur in the thighs, buttocks and elsewhere which can only be removed surgically. Genetics can also play a huge role in where we have difficulty losing weight. For whatever the reason, Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown may be able to achieve the results you seek through Chevy Chase Thighplasty.

A Thighplasty, or Thigh Lift procedure, is a procedure which removes the excess hanging skin from the thigh. Often this procedure may be performed in conjunction with a Buttock Lift and/or Liposuction, which is used to removed any excess fat deposits. It is important to note that a Thighplasty procedure is not a weight loss solution, nor is liposuction. These are body contouring procedures best designed to help patients who are already in the healthy weight range.

To find out if a Thigh Lift may be right for you, contact our office and schedule your consultation today.

The condition of overdeveloped breasts in men is more common than you may think. While most men out grow this condition, known as Gynecomastia, some men never do. This condition can have a very negative implant on the self esteem of the men suffering from it. They are often teased and taunted and shy away from any situation in which they may have to remove their shirt. Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown have helped countless men restore their confidence through Male Breast Reduction surgery.

During a Male Breast Reduction procedure the incision is generally made around the areola and excess skin and glandular tissue is removed. In some cases liposuction may also be used to remove excess fatty tissue. Male Breast Reduction is an extremely successful treatment for gynecomastia’s physical and emotional side effects. A confidential consultation will help you decide if male breast reduction surgery is right for you.

Contact our office today to schedule your consultation.

Men who have overdeveloped breast tissue causing their chests to look more feminine than other men, is actually a much more common condition than you might think. The condition, known as Gynecomastia, often develops during puberty and while 90% outgrow the condition, the remaining 10% will have it for the rest of their lives unless corrected surgically.

Men who have Gynecomastia often feel self-conscious and deal with low self-confidence. Our Plastic Surgeons have helped many men achieve a flatter, more masculine chest and gain a new found confidence through Male Breast Reduction surgery. During the Male Breast Reduction procedure, an incision is made around the lower portion of the areola and the excess glandular tissue is removed. In more extreme cases, excess skin may also be removed or liposuction may be used to excise any excess pockets of fat. The procedure usually takes about an hour and a half.

Follow the link to learn more about Male Breast Reduction. If you have any further questions or would like to schedule a consultation, we invite you to contact our office.

Both women and men choose to get Tummy Tucks, also called Abdominoplasty, for many reasons. Chief among these reasons are due to weight loss or pregnancy causing excess hanging skin and lose abdominal muscles. Having a concentrated area of fat deposits in the abdomen, causing it to extend out further from the body than is in proportion with the rest of your figure, is another reason people may opt for Abdominoplasty.

In the procedure, a incision will be made, generally along the underwear line. Next, the excess skin and fat is removed and the abdominal muscles are sutured together. As the remaining skin is closed over them it will create a tighter, more toned looking stomach as well as a more defined waistline. Abdominoplasty can often be done in conjunction with other body contouring procedures such as liposuction. Discuss these options with your doctor.

We feel our results speak best when they speak for themselves, so take a look at our Tummy Tuck Before and After Gallery. Contact our office to schedule your consultation today!

Having thick and dimpled thighs are a tender source of self-consciousness for many people, both men and women. The not-so-affectionately called “Thunder Thighs” can torment otherwise sane people into developing a real fear of wearing shorts in public. It’s no way to live and unfortunately, oftentimes it’s genetics that have predisposed us to having either thick or thin thighs so that no matter how many legs lifts you may do, or how many miles you run, your thighs will only ever naturally be a certain size.

Thankfully we now live in tech-filled world full of options. No longer are you bound ’till death do you part to the thighs your great-grandmother passed down to you from the old country. Now you get to have a say in the body you walk around in and you can finally achieve the thighs of your dreams. It is, however, important to keep in mind that even in Thighplasty, you will not be able to suddenly achieve the legs of Gisele Bundchin, simply a leaner version of your own.