Category: Breast Enhancement

The Difference Between a Breast Lift and a Breast Augmentation

When deciding to undergo any kind of cosmetic surgery, the first step is to consult with a plastic surgeon. During this consultation, tell the surgeon what your goals are. A surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons is better equipped to answer any... More »

Satisfaction Rates of Breast Augmentation Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is a heavily debated hot topic in our society, and breast augmentation tops the list when it comes to most popular and most talked-about plastic surgeries. Many tout the benefits of breast augmentation, but can all the praise be trusted? After all, breast augmentation, and other breast enhancement surgeries, most often require incisions,... More »

Choose NuVista Plastic Surgery for cosmetic procedures

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

With so many different people advertising cosmetic procedures and so many plastic surgery horror stories out there, it can be difficult to know who is qualified to do your plastic surgery. The American Board of Plastic Surgery has a rigorous process for evaluating candidates for board certification. The highest standards for education and performance are... More »

Deciding When to Get Breast Augmentation

There are many things to consider when deciding the best time get implants. We recommend that anyone considering breast augmentation consider their health, finances, life plans, and current lifestyle before making a final decision. Making the decision at the right time can make all the difference. That’s why we suggest that anyone considering breast implants... More »

How To Prepare For A Breast Augmentation Procedure in Utah

There are a lot of things you can do to make the big day of your breast augmentation less stressful. Good preparation can also help you have a quicker recovery time, and be more satisfied with the overall process. Here are some tips from Salt Lake City’s Dr. Petersen. 1. Figure Out Transportation Find someone... More »

Read about breast feeding with breast augmentations

Breast Feeding With Implants Salt Lake City, Utah

Is it possible? Written by J. Dayne Petersen According the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast augmentation is the No. 1 surgical cosmetic procedure in the United States. Whether it’s to increase self-confidence or just to feel comfortable in your own skin, thousands of women each year elect to enhance their figure. Naturally, the discussion... More »

See Yourself from a New Perspective

We have all heard that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. As a plastic surgeon I have learned that the most important beholder is one’s self. When my clients feel comfortable in their own skin, they stand a little differently, speak a little differently, make choices a little differently. When they feel beautiful,... More »

Types of Breast Lift

Written by J. Dayne Petersen There are several possible factors that cause breasts to sag. Unavoidably, over time, gravity and the aging process cause the breast tissue to lose elasticity and to stretch the ligaments that attach the breast to your chest muscles. Breasts enlarge during pregnancy and breast feeding, causing the skin to stretch.... More »