Michael S. Beckenstein, MD
800 St. Vincent's Drive
North Tower Suite 610
Birmingham, AL 35205
Phone: (205) 933-9308
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Breast asymmetry can be caused by genetics, hormones, breastfeeding, or surgery, and most women have differently-sized breasts. In fact, some estimates suggest that up to 88% of women have some degree of breast asymmetry. But that may be little consolation if you're unhappy with or self-conscious about how your breasts look. As a board-certified plastic …
Getting breast augmentation is exciting, but you may feel uncertain about the recovery process and what to expect. If you've chosen a board-certified plastic surgeon, they should ensure you have a safe and smooth recovery, but it always helps to be prepared. Remember, not everyone will have the same recovery process, but understanding what you …
Breast lifts and breast augmentation with implants are popular procedures for patients seeking to improve their appearance, but the procedures are suited to different needs. Here's what you need to know about breast lifts versus implants. What Are the Differences Between the Procedures? It's natural to wonder how a breast lift and implants differ and …
The choice to get breast implants is exciting and often made after months—sometimes years—of thinking about the decision. Once you've decided to get a breast augmentation, the next step is scheduling consultations with plastic surgeons. Many patients aren't sure what to expect at their breast augmentation consultations. At my Birmingham practice, I approach consultations as …
Getting mommy makeover surgery at our Birmingham, AL, practice represents an investment of both time and money for women who believe it's worth the stunning, transformative results. The surgery restores their confidence after having children or losing significant weight. Once a patient sees the outcome of a mommy makeover procedure, she's motivated to take the …
What do you think is the most searched plastic surgery procedure in Alabama? If you guessed liposuction, give yourself a pat on the back. Of course, liposuction happens to be one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed throughout the U.S. At our Birmingham plastic surgery practice, liposuction is definitely in the top 5 of …
Something I tell patients considering breast augmentation and breast implants at my Birmingham, Alabama, practice is not to be shy about asking questions. Frankly, I would rather my patients get their answers from me than a less authoritative source on the internet. And the truth is that even though there are some very helpful online …
Whether a woman is thinking about getting breast augmentation at our Birmingham, AL, practice or already has breast implants, questions about their ability to breastfeed with breast implants are fairly common. In this blog post, I'll explain some factors to consider if you're going to breastfeed after getting breast augmentation surgery. It is important to …
Women considering breast augmentation at my Birmingham, Alabama practice have a range of very personal reasons for wanting the procedure. In general, most want to gain a sense of confidence in their bodies. Besides that, breast augmentation patients want breast implants for one of the 4 reasons described in this blog post. It's also important …
Women considering breast augmentation at my Birmingham, Alabama, practice are much less likely to want overly large breasts than they were 10 years ago, with more women choosing a subtle increase to their breast size. The "natural look" is trending and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Beckenstein, who specializes in breast enhancement surgeries, expects that …