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Pousti Plastic Surgery offers their patients silicone and saline breast implant options from Mentor. After decades of research and development, Mentor breast implants were approved by the FDA in 2006 and are available to board certified surgeons such as Dr. Tom Pousti of Pousti Plastic Surgery. The Mentor implant is traditionally used for breast augmentation surgery, breast revision and reconstruction surgery.

Mentor’s silicone implant is developed using MemoryGel, which are available in either textured or smooth surface shells and are available in a wide range of sizes and profiles to fit every patient’s unique body type and individual goals. Advantages of Mentor’s MemoryGel breast implants offered by Pousti Plastic Surgery include:

• FDA approval;
• Natural look and feel;
• Crafted using a cohesive gel which holds together uniformly;
• Set fill-volume for predictable results; and
• Offered in a wide variety of profiles and surface options for a custom fit.

Pousti Plastic Surgery is proud to offer their patients Natrelle® silicone and saline breast implants by Allergan. For nearly three decades, Allergan’s Natrelle® gel and saline breast implants have been available to women worldwide for breast augmentation, breast revision, and reconstructive surgery.

Allergan breast implants offered by Pousti Plastic Surgery offers patients a wide range of safe and high quality saline and silicone breast implant options. The technology behind the implant’s design offers a custom shape and appearance including options for smooth or textured surfaces, varying shapes and projections (including low, moderate and high-profile) and a range of volumes. With these technologies, Pousti Plastic Surgery is able to offer the most custom and individualized aesthetic result based on each patient’s unique body type and individual goals.

Sientra implants are leak resistant and are available only to board certified plastic surgeons such as Dr. Tom Pousti.  Advantages of Allergan’s silicone and saline breast implants for Pousti Plastic Surgery patients include:

• Custom look and feel for each unique body type and surgical goals.
• Leak-resistant for increased safety and peace of mind.
• Natural look and and feel with the most realistic breast implant available.

Pousti Plastic Surgery is now offering the recently FDA-approved Sientra silicone breast implants to all breast augmentation and breast implant revisionary patients. The new implant is an excellent option to compliment the innovative implant options Pousti Plastic Surgery currently provides.

The revolutionary implants are crafted using a high-strength cohesive gel that offers the natural look and feel of actual breast tissue. Sientra implants are leak resistant and are available only to board certified plastic surgeons such as Dr. Tom Pousti.

Sientra’s Intelligent Design

The revolutionary implants are filled with a form-stable silicone gel which retains form and shape even after being twisted, pulled or cut in half without leaking. Patients can select from a variety of implant options including smooth or textured outer surface, a round or anatomical profile, and a variety of implant configurations that determine a custom degree of outward projection from the chest.

Advantages of Sientra’s breast implants for Pousti Plastic Surgery patients include:

• More custom shape and profile options for personalized results.
• Leak-resistant gel for greater safety and peace of mind.
• A natural look and appearance, offering a more realistic breast enhancement.

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Testimonial:

At age 25 I decided to have breast augmentation and had sub muscular implants put in.  I remember my reasoning being that I needed to be better proportioned.  I felt I had a large behind and even though I had fairly decent sized breasts of my own I wanted them bigger to counter balance my behind.  About twelve and a half years later, while pregnant one of my implants ruptured.  There wasn’t a specific incident.  I believe it was just the added weight and pressure, plus they had reached what I guess is considered shelf life.  It was a scary experience.  I wasn’t sure what had happened and I had mild pain shooting down my stomach.  It of course made me concerned about my baby.  After realizing what had happened I called Dr. Pousti’s office.  They were very kind and helpful and explained there shouldn’t be an issue and I could have something done after I gave birth.  I’m sure glad they were saline!  Well anyway, I gave birth to my beautiful baby girl and that became one of my many concerns in having something done.  I love her and I didn’t want anything bad to happen to me.  I didn’t want to have a procedure of any kind done.  I hoped the other would just rupture and I wouldn’t do anything about it.  I didn’t want to have to make a decision to have them removed or replaced.  I was concerned about recovery and how I would handle my baby.  I had many bills still from having my daughter and I didn’t want to take on any additional debt.  Not to mention, I remembered the initial procedure as being extremely painful.  I didn’t want to go through that again.

I met with Dr. Pousti a little after a year later.  He and his staff were very comforting and helpful.  We discussed my options of having them removed and replaced or just removed.  Needless to say, I was undecided and continued to put it off.  Again, I just hoped the other one would rupture.  Finally, after two years of being lopsided I decided to have a procedure.  It was a tough decision as to what to do.  I was contemplating having them removed, but was afraid I wouldn’t be happy with my appearance.  I didn’t want to spend any money at all though, so of course the less expensive route was alluring.  That coupled with the fact that I didn’t want to be faced with this dilemma again were the defining reasons in why I ultimately decided to have them removed.

I just had my procedure done and so far I am happy with my results.  There is a sense of freedom in being just me.  Dr. Pousti and his staff were amazing.  I felt special.  I felt like they cared about me.  As nervous and anxious as I was about the whole thing prior, when I went into the operating room I felt comfortable and knew I was in good hands.  The procedure was quick and easy on me.  To my delight and surprise I have felt very little, if any pain.  Dr. Pousti of course told me that would be the case, but I doubted it some considering my memory of my initial recovery.  The office and Dr. Pousti have continued to be in touch with me and I appreciate that.  I should be fully recovered soon and I’m looking forward to it.  I’m looking forward to buying some new bras!  Probably going to have to buy some push ups!  Ha!  Good luck to those of you considering this procedure!

Testimonial:

When I was eighteen I underwent breast augmentation because I was insecure about my body. I felt that breast implants would give me the confidence I lacked and ultimately make me happy. Bra shopping was a nightmare and when wearing a sports bra or bikini I was flat as a pancake. To my eighteen year old self I felt I was lacking something. Now eight years have passed and I am not the same person I was at eighteen. I am still young, but I feel fortunate to have discovered who I am and what I believe in, and what ultimately matters to me. I have been married for four years to a man who loves me for me. And just six months ago we had a beautiful baby girl. I had been thinking of having my implants removed for the last three years and being pregnant with them and breast feeding solidified my decision. I had my implants removed three weeks ago and I feel liberated! Not only was my husband supportive of my decision, he also was encouraging throughout my appointments, surgery and the outcome of my body without implants. I would encourage any woman who is toying with the idea of implant removal to do your research and come visit Dr.Pousti He is honest, professional and more than certified.

Testimonial:

Dear Dr. Pousti and staff:

In 1995, when I was 25 years old, I had my first set of saline breast implants put in.  Because I was always barely a size A cup, it was something that I had wanted to do as long as I could remember.  I was pleased with the results until the day I was in a car accident and one of my breast was damaged.  Because of this, in 1998 the implants had to be removed.  I had originally wanted them just removed without replacing them, however, the doctor at the time (not Dr. Pousti) talked me into removing and replacing the implants instead of removing them only.  I had a very difficult surgery as well as recovery.  I have regretted ever since then that I let the doctor talk me in to new implants.  They have since been uncomfortable; I have not been able to sleep on my stomach; as a runner, it has been hard running with the implants, they have been in the way; and I just have not been able to wear anything that I wanted without it being too tight in my chest and too big in my waist.  I was just a different person when I got the implants, and implants were not fitting in with my lifestyle any longer.  I had been beyond ready to go back to my natural body for a long time.  Finally, fourteen years later, when we were finally in a position where I could have them removed, we began to research and pray that we would find a great surgeon.  Due to the fact that I had such a horrible experience with my last surgery, we wanted to find a doctor that we could trust and one in which we would feel comfortable.  In Dr. Pousti and his staff, we found much more than we could have ever imagined or hoped for.  We have been so blessed that we found Dr. Pousti.

I would like to thank Dr. Pousti and his staff so much for all that they have done and continue to do for me even though my surgery is over.  While I was researching and looking around for the best surgeon that could perform my surgery, I kept coming back to Dr. Pousti.  I was impressed with the extremely large amount of positive comments that were on many websites. Fact is, honestly in all of the many reviews that I read through, I did not come across even one negative comment.   Also, his own personal website was amazing and filled with so much information about any surgery that you could possibly think of.  Once I went in for my first appointment, I knew for sure, no question that I wanted Dr. Pousti to perform my surgery.   Dr. Pousti, from the very first appointment made me feel beyond comfortable.  He and his staff explained everything and answered any question that I had, and I had many.  I had such a negative experience due to a very bad surgery in the past, and felt very very anxious.  Dr. Pousti took so much time to help my husband and me to feel as stressed free and relaxed as possible.  This amazing Dr. and his staff has called me everyday since my pre-op appointment just to check in on me, making sure that everything was ok and to rest any worries that we may have had as they knew that I was extra anxious. Since my surgery, they have continued calling and checking in on me to make sure that all was well.  They even called on both Saturday and Sunday.  From my first appointment until today, which is a week today since my surgery, Dr. Pousti and his staff have just gone above and beyond what they needed to do; way more than I have ever experienced from any other doctor’s office.

If Dr. Pousti and his staff were not enough, the Surgery Center where he preforms his surgeries is absolutely top of the line.  Again we were astonished and amazed at the treatment that we received there.  Dr. Pousti shared with them my concerns, and the staff from the Surgery Center went above and beyond what they needed to assure me and help make sure I was comfortable. They called me the night before and listened to my concerns.  The next day they were perfectly punctual, and everything went according to schedule.  Dr. Pousti and the staff from the Surgery Center were there by my side the whole time.  They even held my hand as I drifted off to sleep.

My husband and I will always be thankful and blessed that we found Dr. Pousti to perform my surgery, and we would not hesitate for even one second to refer anyone who is looking for a plastic surgeon to Dr. Pousti.  He is truly a one of a kind Dr. with a one of a kind staff.  We searched form many other doctors, and Dr. Pousti was like night and day compared to the others that we visited.  We are absolutely sure that anyone who does choose him will be extremely satisfied, thankful, and blessed.

Extremely Grateful

Spouse Testimonial:

PS:  A side note from my hubby –

It was very important as we searched for a doctor that we found one in whom I could feel safe in trusting my wife’s care too.  Dr. Pousti and his staff were very professional with high quality and standards which exceeded our expectations.  Thanks for taking care of my wife.

Testimonial:

When I was eighteen I underwent breast augmentation because I was insecure about my body. I felt that breast implants would give me the confidence I lacked and ultimately make me happy. Bra shopping was a nightmare and when wearing a sports bra or bikini I was flat as a pancake. To my eighteen year old self I felt I was lacking something.
Now eight years have passed and I am not the same person I was at eighteen. I am still young, but I feel fortunate to have discovered who I am and what I believe in, and what ultimately matters to me.  I have been married for four years to a man who loves me for me.  And just six months ago we had a beautiful baby girl. I had been thinking of having my implants removed for the last three years and being pregnant with them and breast feeding solidified my decision.
I had my implants removed three weeks ago and I feel liberated! Not only was my husband supportive of my decision, he also was encouraging throughout my appointments, surgery and the outcome of my body without implants.
I would encourage any woman who is toying with the idea of implant removal to do your research and come visit Dr.Pousti He is honest, professional and more than certified.

Testimonial:

To make a long story short, I came to Dr. Pousti to have breast implants removed. After seeing numerous reconstructive cases he had done I knew he was the Doctor for me. Initially he suggested I have the current ones replaced with a different size, at which time he could correct the deformities I was experiencing from the implants and their placement. I told him I just wanted them removed and not replaced.. Given that this is not a very common request, he urged me to give it a lot of thought and be sure this is what I really wanted to do. After a few meeting with him, we agreed that this was the route to go. I scheduled a surgery date and he removed them (breast implants) a few weeks later… It’s been about 2 months now and I am very happy with my decision. I’m very glad I choose Dr. Pousti to perform the surgery and I only wish I had met with him before having my initial breast implant surgery. I know things would have turned out differently. I speak from experience when I say you must put out a lot of consideration into the Doctor you choose to perform surgery on you. Dr. Pousti and his staff are kind, caring people and will you will feel right at home from the moment you walk right through the door. They don’t treat you like a number or pressure you into anything. Even if you think you settled on another surgeon, you owe it to yourself to at lease meet with Dr. Pousti.

Testimonial:

On August 5th, 2004 I had breast augmentation surgery – performed by Dr. Pousti. The results were fantastic. When my husband got his first look at my new breasts he said, Dr. Pousti really knows what he’s doing, doesn’t he. A few years later, I started exercising more and more and started running. For me, having large breasts and running didn’t go together. I wanted to run more seriously and maybe even do a triathlon and I started to feel that the implants weren’t going to fit into my new lifestyle. I struggled with the decision of getting smaller implants, but ultimately decided to have my implants removed – along with a breast lift. There was never a question about where I would have the surgery done. My husband and I called Dr. Pousti, Dr. Perfect. In early November 2009, he gave me exactly what I asked and hoped for and I’m very happy with the results. My new breasts are lighter and perky – much better for running. I feel like I’m in my 20’s again. For a 42-year-old that’s pretty awesome. After spending some time recovering, I’m starting to run again and planning my all of my running for the year. Thank you to Dr. Pousti and his staff for taking good care of me. You’re the best.

Testimonial:

Dr. Pousti and his staff were professional, caring and delightful. Upon my initial consultation the decision to have Dr. Pousti as my surgeon was made instantaneously. He is not only a top-notch doctor but is friendly and charismatic as well. I love my results and would do it all over again in a heartbeat.

Testimonial:

I grew up very insecure with my focus on fixing physical flaws, rather than working on my inner confidence and strength. I was 17 years old when I found a solution to what I thought was a problem. Throughout this journey I have had a spiritual awakening and came to the realization that I was born with all the necessary tools to live an abundant and more holistic life. These implants have been like training wheels and helped me love myself and I am ready to let go of them.

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Testimonial:

Hi Everyone!!

I just wanted to let everyone out there know what a brilliant doctor Dr. Pousti is. I am sure I had probably one of the most difficult problems any doctor who does plastic surgery has ever encountered.

My problems started when I had my initial implants done in 1997. They looked great but I soon developed a problem with encapsulation on my left side. Within a year or so I became pregnant and my surgeon didn’t want to do anything extreme because of the pregnancy so his plan was to temporarily remove the implant until after I delivered my daughter. Unfortunately in the intervening time, he suffered a massive heart attack and died.

Here is where my problems began. I sought the advice of my family doctor and was referred to a general plastic surgeon in our area. I am sure she thought he would easily replace the implant that had been removed and what could really go wrong from there? The answer? Everything! From day one after the surgery, I complained that the implant felt like it was “falling”. I saw the doctor several time after the surgery with the same complaint but he never paid much attention to my concerns and retired shortly thereafter. A few months later, I noticed what I could only describe as a scab on the underside of my breast that had the implant replaced. I had no idea what it was. I went to my GP who again referred me to another local plastic surgeon. He saw me immediately and upon examination told me that the implant was quite literally “falling out” of the skin and would have to be removed right away. Time was required to heal the damage before I could have the implant replaced and was left with one side much larger then the other for several months. Because of the considerable scar tissue that I now had, after the implant was replaced I was left with a enormous dent on the underside of my left breast. The local plastic surgeon who did my surgery said he was pleased with the results, and although not perfect, he was not comfortable doing further surgery himself to improve the general contour.

After searching the internet, I found another plastic surgeon a few hours away from where we lived. He looked very promising as he did a lot of reconstruction work on other women and I had my fingers crossed. Three surgeries later with him and and I was still left with a deformed breast and him at a loss about what more he could do for me.

Many, many more hours of research later on the internet we found Dr. Pousti. We read hours worth of testimonials from his patients and his website provided many pictures of every type of surgery he performed. I think what impressed us the most is that not every result was perfect but every patient praised the fact that Dr. Pousti had been very honest with what he thought he could do for them. I called his office and requested a consultation. His reception staff were exceptional and we booked our flights to see him.

We first met with Dr. Pousti in December 2008. What can I say? His entire staff was fabulous and he was just as great. He reviewed my problem and was very patient answering all the questions my husband and I had. He never said that he could make me look perfect but definately said he could improve the look and contour of my breast significantly and assured me that I would be very happy with the results. I also wanted to increase my implant size but had been told by two previous surgeons that this would not be a wise idea. Dr. Pousti assured me he could perform the reconstruction and also increase my breasts to the size I wanted. I booked my surgery for March 2009.

After careful consideration with Dr. Pousti, we decided to break the procedure into two stages. Because of the distance we had to travel, my husband and I really wanted to do everything in one surgery but decided that doctor knew best and took Dr. Pousti’s advice. In March he repaired my “dent” and did a lift. We flew home and gave the first surgery time to heal and returned approximately 7 months later to have the implants replaced from the current 500 ccs to 1200 ccs. You can see from the pictures that the results are phenomenal. I am now about two weeks post op and am loving my new breasts!!! The pictures really do not do them justice. He seemed to be able to do what no one else would even attempt.

After both surgeries, Daisy and Vanessa followed up every day or two to see how I was doing and if I had any questions or concerns about the procedures.

All and all, both my husband and I are thrilled with the outcome and considering the distance we had to travel, we still think it worth every mile. Dr. Pousti and his staff met and exceeded our expectations. They are all wonderful people and Dr. Pousti is very friendly and genuine in his concern for the well being of his patients. Because my problem seemed to be so rare, it was important to seek the best possible plastic surgeon out there and we have not a doubt that we found him. We think that you would be hard pressed to find anyone better and who also had a staff to match. If you are like my husband and I, you will research and read testimonials until you are sick to death of reading ”what a great surgeon Dr. Pousti is and what a great staff he has” but every word of it is true. Again, he doesn’t promise perfection all the time but you can trust that he will do what he promises and have your needs and desires in mind.

Thanks to everyone! You made a very difficult time much easier to deal with. I don’t know what else to say other than if you are looking for a plastic surgeon with superior skills, your search can end here. You have found the best there is.

Friend from Canada

Testimonial:

On August 5th, 2004 I had breast augmentation surgery – performed by Dr. Pousti. The results were fantastic. When my husband got his first look at my new breasts he said, Dr. Pousti really knows what he’s doing, doesn’t he A few years later, I started exercising more and more and started running. For me, having large breasts and running didn’t go together. I wanted to run more seriously and maybe even do a triathlon and I started to feel that the implants weren’t going to fit into my new lifestyle. I struggled with the decision of getting smaller implants, but ultimately decided to have my implants removed – along with a breast lift. There was never a question about where I would have the surgery done. My husband and I call Dr. Pousti Dr. Perfect. In early November 2009, he gave me exactly what I asked and hoped for and I’m very happy with the results. My new breasts are lighter and perky – much better for running. I feel like I’m in my 20’s again. For a 42-year-old that’s pretty awesome After spending some time recovering, I’m starting to run again and planning my all of my running for the year. Thank you to Dr. Pousti and his staff for taking good care of me You’re the best