A Bit About Bruises Bruising is very common and expected following surgery. Here’s a rundown of what a bruise is, how it happens, how it heals, and what we can do to help speed up the process. What is a Bruise? Definition: Bruising, or ecchymosis, is the discoloration of the skin that occurs when blood vessels under the skin are … Read More
Most Common Breast Augmentation FAQs
Breast Augmentation Before & After Photos
All About Lymphatic Massage
Lymphatic massage Facial massage, lymphatic drainage, and lymphatic massage have enjoyed increasing levels of popularity despite being traditional techniques performed with minimal to no tools. Lymphatic massage is the practice of massaging the skin manually to stimulate the circulation of the immune system, which in turn helps to remove waste and toxins from the body. The technique of Manual Lymphatic … Read More
How to massage your breast implants
How to massage your breast implants Following the implantation of any medical device – pacemaker, hip implant, or breast implant – your body will form a capsule, which is a smooth sheath of scar tissue around the device. The capsule consists of collagen fibers, which in a small number of cases can organize into firm and painful scar tissue which … Read More
Free the Girls
I am thrilled to announce that my practice is now an official drop-off location for Free the Girls, an international 501(c)(3)non-profit organization devoted to freeing women and girls from sex trafficking. Free the Girls collects new and gently used bras and then ships them to ground partners in El Salvador, Mozambique, and Uganda, who then empower girls and women to … Read More
Guest Blog: Sarah Smith on Sunscreens for Acne Patients
5 Sunscreen Lotions for People with Acne Problems If you have acne, then you know that direct sunlight can worsen this condition. It makes your skin even redder and can cause pain and itchiness. A proper sunscreen lotion can protect you from the harmful UV rays. Also, it can prevent it from getting out of hand. Here’s a list of … Read More
Breast Augmentation Implant Shapes
Dr. Naidu has created an infographic on breast implant shapes to help you make an informed decision about which type of implant to select for your breast augmentation. The two available implant shapes are round implants and teardrop or anatomic implants. Dr. Naidu describes the differences between the two implants in this informative infographic. Read more about these different implant types, … Read More
LEAP International Disaster Relief Program – Mission Trip
In August 2016, LEAP’s International Disaster Relief Program sent a group of three plastic surgeons and one anesthesiologist to Beirut to provide care for Syrian and Palestinian refugees at al-Hamshari Hospital located in Saida, Lebanon. I was privileged to be one of the plastic surgeons selected for this mission, which was also my first encounter with international relief work. My … Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Body Contouring
The Ultimate Guide to Body Contouring Dr. Naidu has created the Ultimate Guide to Body Contouring to help her patients understand the process of body contouring procedures. The guide includes the right questions to ask your surgeon in a consultation, how to choose a surgeon that best fits your needs, and a detailed explanation of body contouring procedures, the associated … Read More
NON-INVASIVE ENHANCEMENT OF THE BREASTS? BUYER BEWARE
NON-INVASIVE ENHANCEMENT OF THE BREASTS? BUYER BEWARE