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When considering breast augmentation, prospective patients often have a number of questions regarding the recovery process. In my experience, some of the most common inquiries typically pertain to how long recuperation will take, how much pain or discomfort may be involved, how quickly normal routines can be resumed and various other questions of a similar nature. While personalized answers to these questions will differ on an individual basis, there are certain commonalities that the majority of breast augmentation patients can […]

In this day and age, breast augmentation patients have a vast array of implant options to choose from, all of which are intended to help women enhance the size and shape of their breasts with beautiful results. While saline and traditional silicone implants have certainly proved to provide natural-looking outcomes for countless individuals, anatomically shaped cohesive gel implants are widely considered to create the most natural look for ideal candidates. Also called “gummy bear” or “form-stable” implants, anatomically shaped cohesive […]

Behzad Parva, MD discusses why cosmetic surgery patients should seek a physician who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Leesburg, VA — When considering cosmetic plastic surgery, choosing the right plastic surgeon is essential to receiving the safest, most effective treatment for one’s unique needs and goals, states Dr. Behzad Parva, a board certified plastic surgeon in Loudoun County. For individuals who are in the process of finding a physician to conduct their cosmetic procedure, he notes […]

When selecting a plastic surgeon for any form of surgical or nonsurgical cosmetic enhancement, ensuring that your prospective surgeon has obtained board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) is essential. While a physician who performs cosmetic surgery may be board certified in other medical fields, that does not make him or her a board certified plastic surgeon. ABPS is the only recognized Board of Plastic Surgery that examines and certifies plastic surgeons. In order to become certified […]

Behzad Parva, MD reveals how breast cancer patients interested in breast reconstruction can greatly benefit from consulting a plastic surgeon before undergoing lumpectomy or mastectomy. Leesburg, VA — According to Dr. Behzad Parva, a plastic surgeon should be included in the initial planning stages of lumpectomy or mastectomy surgeries in order to optimize the chances for better outcomes. “A coordinated surgical approach in which the plastic surgeon is involved at the outset of the planning process provides the best opportunity […]