Melvin A. Shiffman (Editor)

2009

Principles and Practice

Breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed. Women who are concerned about the size of their breasts will seek an improved appearance with augmentation to conform to their own body image. Despite the prolonged litigation and settlement of lawsuits concerning silicone breast implants and their possible association with autoimmune disease, there has been a resurgence in the frequency of breast augmentation.