Losing weight with medications like Ozempic can be life-changing. Many women in the United States, including right here in Raleigh, NC, have discovered new levels of health, energy, and self-confidence thanks to this groundbreaking treatment. Yet, alongside these remarkable benefits, some women also experience physical changes that feel less positive. One of the most common…
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What Is Breast Explant Regret?
As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC, Dr. Glenn Lyle has supported many women through the empowering yet complex decision to remove their breast implants. While explant surgery is often motivated by health, lifestyle changes, or personal choice, some women may experience emotional challenges afterward – commonly referred to as breast explant regret. This…
Mastopexy and Abdominoplasty for the Perfect Mommy Makeover
Pregnancy, weight changes, and ageing can profoundly impact your body. Breasts may lose their youthful shape, becoming deflated or saggy, while the abdomen can develop excess skin, stubborn fat deposits, and weakened muscles that do not respond to diet and exercise. These changes can significantly affect a self-esteem and, confidence and comfort. Dr. Glenn Lyle…
Explantation/Mastopexy with tummy tuck; Mommy Makeover Variation in Raleigh
Breast implant removal or explantation has become a more popular procedure in the last decade. Many women wish to remove the breast implants without replacement. Frequently patients have developed significant drooping or ptosis of the breast after long-term implant placement. Removal and breast lifting is a fairly common procedure. The implants can be removed with…
What is a Lollipop Lift?
As a board-certified plastic surgeon at my Raleigh, NC practice, I, Dr. Glenn Lyle, have had the privilege of helping countless women regain confidence in their bodies through breast lift procedures. One of the most popular techniques I offer is the lollipop lift, a procedure designed to reshape and lift the breasts for a more…
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…
Breast Asymmetry and Tubular Breast Deformity Treated with Mastopexy
Breast asymmetry is very common, affecting over 50% of women. This can be as subtle as just a slight amount of volume difference or perhaps the nipple position being lower on one side. The condition can also involve marked asymmetry with underdevelopment of one breast compared to the other or significant shape changes. Tuberous breast…
Top 5 Reasons for Breast Implant Removal in North Carolina
Many women decide to remove their breast implants without replacement. I do a large number of explantations and had found that the reasons for my patient’s decision varies. Although there are a number of more recent concerns about implant safety, the majority of women choosing explanation do not have those as a primary concern. The…
Do I Need a Breast Lift or a Breast Reduction?
Dr. Glenn Lyle is a Board Certified plastic surgeon in Raleigh, NC, and an expert in Breast Surgery. Patients often come to his practice with a particular procedure in mind only to discover that, after an evaluation, they are better suited for a different procedure. Breast lift surgery and breast reduction surgery are very similar,…
