Plastic surgery is a very popular option for individuals who want to enhance their appearances, and Birmingham plastic surgery patients have a number of great options. However, it’s important to maintain reasonable expectations about your results. My staff and I are committed to making sure each person is thoroughly educated about his or her procedure. We begin with a comprehensive consultation that involves a methodical, multimedia approach. We also make ourselves … Read more
Breast Augmentation and Pricing: How Much Should You Pay?
If you’re researching cost of breast augmentation, you’re likely finding a number of different price ranges. You’ll find that many factors contribute to the variance in price, including where the practice is located. Breast augmentation in Huntsville, AL may have an average price tag that is less than in Birmingham or Mobile, but many patients find it worthwhile to travel for the right surgeon. Granted, cost is important, but focus less … Read more
How Long Do Breast Implants Last?
One of the common questions I hear from patients when choosing breast implants in Birmingham is, “How long will my implants last?” Whenever this question comes up, I tell my patients that breast implants do not have an expiration date. The lifespan of breast implants varies from patient to patient based on factors including: The type of implant you choose Your overall health and lifestyle Reasons for Exchanging Implants I … Read more
Twice as Nice: How Implants Enhance a Breast Lift
A lot of women who consult with me for breast augmentation in Birmingham are also good candidates for a breast lift. This dual procedure can be beneficial for many reasons and is particularly advantageous for those who have had children. If you have been considering either procedure, here are some reasons why you may want to combine the two: Restored Volume and Better Breast Position Usually, women who want breast … Read more
Plastic Surgery: Not Just for Drastic Changes
Many people falsely believe that men and women choose plastic surgery as a way to drastically alter their appearance. Although plastic surgery can create significant, worthwhile changes, it can also be used for subtle improvements. At my Birmingham plastic surgery practice, it’s more common for patients to request small alterations than major modifications. For example, I have noticed that female patients are gravitating towards smaller-sized breast implants. In the past, … Read more
A More Comfortable (and Comprehensive) Breast Reconstruction
In addition to performing plastic surgery for Birmingham patients, I also perform a number of breast reconstruction surgeries. In fact, I developed the Alabama Breast Cancer Institute, a branch of my Breast Surgery Center of Alabama, to provide women facing breast reconstruction with a more comfortable and comprehensive experience. One-of-a-Kind Care I expanded my Breast Surgery Center to include a cancer-focused element to provide women facing breast cancer a place … Read more
Nipple Areolar Tattooing the Way it Should Be
Nipple areolar tattooing is the final stage of breast reconstruction. Many plastic surgeons use micropigmentation or tattooing to reconstruct the nipple areolar, where other still use skin grafting to accomplish this. Dr. Michael Beckenstein, a Birmingham breast reconstruction specialist has written several textbook chapters on this subject. ” Micropigmentation creates the most natural appearing nipple areolar complexes. There is no comparison to the pale looking skin grafts. A good artist can recreate the natural … Read more
Birmingham Plastic Surgeon Provides Only Dedicated Personal Care…Always!
Imagine waking up, from surgery, and finding out a fellow or resident, who is training with your Birmingham plastic surgeon, actually performed your surgery. Without the presence of the plastic surgeon who you thought was to do the procedure! How would you feel, if you had a question, and when you called your Alabama plastic surgeon, you were speaking with the doctor in training? Would you not want your surgery and and all … Read more
What a Birmingham Plastic Surgeon Does for the Holidays
“The Holiday Season is a particularly busy time for me” states Birmingham plastic surgeon Michael S. Beckenstein, M.D. “People want to get their plastic surgery completed by year’s end.” Cosmetic surgery, in Birmingham is very busy during this time as patients want to be healed after their holiday breaks and they can return to work or school with their new look. Tummy tucks, breast enhancements and breast lifts are the most common … Read more
A Difference Between Plastic And Cosmetic Surgery? Part I
The terms “plastic” surgery and “cosmetic” surgery are often interchanged and confused. The field of plastic surgery, that performed by real board certified, plastic surgeons, used to be known as plastic and reconstructive surgery. The name was changed to further alleviate confusion in the field, intended to simplify things. With the evolution of” cosmetic surgeons”, those not truly board certified in plastic surgery, the current confusion has arisen. The public must … Read more
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Michael S. Beckenstein, MD, FACS is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. He has years of experience and training performing both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, body and breast, and is dedicated to quality care and patient education.
