May 8, 2008 - Reports from Dallas describe a new procedure that allows patients to stay awake during breast implant surgery.

Dallas cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert True describes how tumescent fluid, normally used for liposuction procedures, is used to provide the anesthetic for this innovative new breast implant technique.

CBS 11 News in Dallas followed the patient through her surgery for the report, saying that she felt a “little pinch” and watching through her entire surgery.

Because anesthesia is not required for this procedure, it may cost less than traditional breast implant surgery, but may not be right for everyone.

Fox News reported in February of 2007 that women in the UK may soon be able to undergo a breast augmentation using stem cells and fat from a woman’s own body.

This technique, pioneered in Japan, causes the stem cells to enable the fat located in the breast tissue to grow their own blood supply and become a part of the breast.

Stem cells have the potential to change into any cells in the body, and are found most often in the fat cells. According to this Fox News report, doctors in the UK find the technique “appealing” and are enthusiastic about further testing and clinical trials.

The stem cell procedure may also be used for breast reconstruction following mastectomy. The treatment relies on a scientific process developed by the California company Cytori - which has mechanized the process for extracting and concentrating stem cells from adipose tissue.

In this video, Boston Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Fouad Samaha discusses a frequently asked question asked of him by his patients. Do silicone breast implants cause cancer? This instructional video is for the benefit of those patients who are considering breast augmentation in the Boston Massachusetts area.

In this video, Dr. Samaha discusses breast augmentation and the affects it can have on breast feeding. Dr. Samaha specializes in breast augmentation in the Boston Massachusetts area. Dr. Samaha would be happy to discuss the benefits and limitations to breast augmentation with you. To schedule your consultation contact Boston Plastic Surgery today at (617) 786-7600.

In this video, Dr. Samaha discusses what the differences are between silicone gel and saline filled breast implants. He also discusses how each type will affect a woman’s breast augmentation outcome.

In this video, Dr. Samaha discusses the question of how weight gain affects breast augmentation.

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Stop by our office today, to purchase your gift certificates in time for Valentine’s Day. If you are unable to stop by, feel free to call us at the office, (617) 786-7600 and we can process your payment over the phone and mail the certificates to you. And, to show you our appreciation, when you purchase a gift certificate between today and February 14, 2008, we will give you a Valentine from all of us, good for $15 off your next product purchase or service.

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Boston Plastic Surgery is proud to announce that we have moved to our new office in Quincy, MA, located at

2300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 101

We are looking forward to welcoming you to our new Surgical Suite and Skin Wellness Center! We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the services we provide and would love to give you a tour of our new space.

*Please don’t hesitate to call our office at (617) 786-7600 and schedule a time that is more convenient for you.*

Dr. Fouad J. Samaha, is a board certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years experience in breast augmentation, liposuction, and other body-contouring procedures. He and his talented, caring staff are well-known for the personal bond they create with their patients, delivering a level of service that has earned them outstanding patient loyalty and a practice almost solely dependent on referrals.

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