Gynecomastia surgery is on the rise: is it right for you?
More and more men are opting for male breast reduction, also known as gynecomastia surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has reported the number of surgeries is up 5% from last year. And, for the first time, men makeup 40% of breast reduction patients nationwide. But why are more...
First of all I would like to say that my experience with Dr. Gerstle and his staff has been a blessing! Dr. Gerstle was very detailed in his consultation with me. The before/after images that were done during my consultation was the deciding factor, and helped making my decision to go through with my procedure easier. Dr. Gerstle has walked with me every step of this life changing journey. I highly recommend Dr. Gerstle. Great doctor!!
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5 stars; from a review on January 7, 2016 of Dr. Gerstle on healthgrades.com
Pros and Cons of Saline Breast Implants
Dr. Gerstle performs a number of breast enhancement procedures in Lexington, KY using saline breast implants. Silicone can be a great alternative for a variety of reasons, but here we will focus on the pros and cons of saline breast implants. A saline breast implant is an implant composed of...
Pros and Cons of Silicone Breast Implants
There are two main types of breast implants for use in augmentation and reconstruction: silicone breast implants and saline. Breast implants generally have an outer shell and are filled with either saline or silicone. The silicone in a silicone breast implant is a synthetic material that is thick and mimics...
Beyond Botox for Migraine Treatment: New Options on the Horizon
For treatment and management, Botox for migraines is one of the few therapies that improves the patient’s condition. Botox for migraine treatment is the only FDA-approved preventive treatment for patients suffering from chronic migraines. But, according to American Headache Society (AHS) a new class of drugs may change all that....
New Gel Implant Options for Breast Augmentation
Medical device manufacturer Allergen recently received FDA clearance for a variety of new breast implants for use in breast augmentation and breast reconstruction. The newly approved breast implants, called Natrelle Inspira, offer a high fill ratio that allows for more shaping options. These gel-filled implants are round style implants and...