When women come into Dr. Glenn Lyle’s Raleigh office , one of the first things they ask is, “What’s the best implant for me?” Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC, has years of experience helping women achieve natural, beautiful results. He knows that implant selection is one of the most personal…
Category: Breast Augmentation
What is Dual Plane Breast Augmentation?
One of the most effective techniques for breast enhancement is dual plane breast augmentation, a sophisticated approach that blends the benefits of different implant placements to achieve natural, long-lasting results. If you’re looking for a breast augmentation technique that offers a natural appearance, improved implant positioning, and a balanced look, dual plane breast augmentation may…
Why Is a C Cup Boob Job the Most Popular Choice?
A Popular Choice for Breast Augmentation As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC, I have helped countless women enhance their confidence through breast augmentation. One of the most common choices among my patients is the C cup boob job. But why is this size so popular? Let’s explore the reasons behind this widespread preference…
How Much Does a Boob Job Cost in NC?
Breast augmentation is one of the most transformative procedures I perform at my practice in Raleigh, NC. Many women come to me with one big question: How much is a boob job in NC? Of course- we don’t refer it by that term! It is called breast augmentation or augmentation mammoplasty. Cost is important,…
Is My Breast Implant Ruptured? Symptoms and Solutions for a Ruptured Implant
At my practice in Raleigh, NC, I, Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon, have worked with countless women who have faced concerns about their breast implants. Whether you received your implants years ago or have recently undergone augmentation, it is natural to worry about potential issues, especially when changes in breast shape or discomfort…
What Causes Small Breasts? Surgical and Non Surgical Solutions
By Dr. Glenn Lyle, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, Raleigh, NC As a plastic surgeon specialising in breast and body surgery, I’ve had countless conversations with women who feel self-conscious about having small breasts. For many, breast size is more than just an aesthetic concern-it’s deeply tied to confidence, femininity, and self-expression. If you’re struggling with…
Breast Implant Rupture Rates are Decreasing As Devices Improve
Breast implants have been around since 1962 when they were developed by 2 Houston plastic surgeons. The design and manufacture have come a long way. After a number of design flaws with the earlier devices, implant manufacturers improved the silicone gel devices. At one point however the shells of the implants were not very durable…
Can You Have a Breast Augmentation After age 50?
Hi, I’m Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience helping patients in North Carolina achieve their aesthetic goals. One of the most common questions I get from women in their 50s and beyond is, “Am I too old for breast augmentation?” Breast augmentation continues to be one of the…
How Long Does It Take to Recover from a Mommy Makeover?
For women who want to restore their pre-pregnancy figure, a mommy makeover can provide life-changing results. This comprehensive body contouring procedure typically involves a combination of procedures – such as tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast augmentation – to address areas affected by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Even women who have never had children but have…
Chest wall asymmetries and deformities and Breast Augmentation
Preoperative photograph showing pectus excavatum deformity Breast augmentation with symmetric breasts is a fairly routine procedure. The plastic surgeon must take account of asymmetries which are very common. Careful measurements of the sternal notch to nipple distance and breast diameter are part of a thoughtful preoperative plan. These asymmetries must be pointed out to the…
