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By inserting an implant behind each breast, Dr. Niessen is able to increase a woman’s bust line by one or more cup sizes. Breast enhancement is usually done to enhance the body contour of a woman who, for personal reasons, feels her breast size is too small, to balance a difference in breast size or [...]

Dr. Marcus P. Niessen obtained his Medical Degree from the University of Western Ontario in 1991.
He completed his residency in plastic surgery at the University of Western Ontario. He then completed a fellowship at University Hospital in London, ON.
Dr. Niessen is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, with a [...]

Silicone gel implants are made of a gel filler that acts as a solid unit rather than a liquid. The gel holds together uniformly, while retaining the natural “give” that resembles actual breast tissue.
Gel-filled breast implants use gel that is cohesive, safe and aesthetically pleasing.
Silicone Gel-Filled Implants are offered in either a round style gel [...]

We receive many questions about placement of breast implants from our patients.
When a patient has breast augmentation surgery, the breast implant can either be placed partially under the pectoralis major muscle (submuscular) or on top of the muscle and under the breast gland (subglandular).
Let Dr. Niessen help you decide which placement would be best for [...]

Many women with breast implants have successfully breast fed their babies.  A peri-areolar incision is more likely to affect this ability.  Some women experience mastitis, inflammation of the breast ducts, during this time, which can also cause capsular contracture.  Taking antibiotics when symptoms first appear may minimize the potential of this problem.

Dr. Niessen asks that women wait 2 months before wearing an under wire bra, after having had either breast implant or breast lift surgery. Your body is forming scar tissue around the breast implant for this period.   During this time, the pressure from the under wire bra could cause irritation to your incision, and we suggest [...]

We offer breast implants that are manufactured by Mentor Canada.  Your decision to use Mentor breast implants for your breast augmentation is a personal, long-term decision.  Because breast implants may not last your entire lifetime, Mentor supports your decision by strongly standing behind their Lifetime Product Replacement Policy.  Should you have a problem with your [...]

Smoking causes the blood vessels to constrict, reducing the blood supply and the oxygen carried by the blood to the surgical area. The tissues need this blood supply and the oxygen that the blood carries in order to heal. When the blood supply is reduced the tissues heal more slowly.
Whether you are having a breast [...]

Can I go to the tanning salon or sunbathe if I have implants?
Tanning at salons or sun bathing will not hurt your breast implant, but it may make your scars unfavourable. You should cover your scars with sunscreen, should you choose to tan, until your scars have faded.