Allure magazine reached out to Dr. Karen Horton for her professional opinion on a peculiar story involving the resale of breast implants. A woman in Texas recently posted in the Facebook Marketplace advertising used breast implants for sale. There is...
Learn MoreIn my practice, I prefer to place breast implants ON TOP of the muscle, both for breast augmentation and breast reconstruction after mastectomy for breast cancer. Why keep implants on top of the muscle? Let me count the ways: Implants placed...
Learn MoreThe last few years have seen some major advances in the types and styles of breast implants available to women in the U.S. While other devices are commonly available in other countries like Canada (where I trained) and Europe, the...
Learn MoreUPDATED 9/1/24: Here are the most recently updated facts about ALCL and textured breast implants: Data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons BIA-ALCL Global Network shows that there are currently 1687 known cases of BIA-ALCL and 59 deaths...
Learn MoreBreast implant shells and dimensions All breast implants have a shell made out of an inert polymer called silicone, which is an inert (non-reactive) substance. Breast implant shell surfaces can be smooth or textured. Smooth walled implants roll around subtly...
Learn MoreFirst of all, capsular contracture is a somewhat rare condition after breast augmentation that can be treated effectively, so don’t panic! Because my practice teaches patients to massage their breasts and to get to know what is normal for their...
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Dr. Karen M. Horton
2100 Webster St UNIT 520
San Francisco, CA 94115
Phone: 415.923.3067
We are located in the Pacific Heights District in the Pacific Professional Building.
Monday-Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Monday:
9 AM to 5 PM
Tuesday:
9 AM to 5 PM
Wednesday:
9 AM to 5 PM
Thursday:
9 AM to 5 PM
Friday:
9 AM to 5 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Dr. Karen M. Horton
2100 Webster St UNIT 520
San Francisco, CA 94115
Phone: 415.923.3067
We are located in the
Pacific Heights District
in the Pacific Professional Building.
*Please note: Our office is no longer a Participating Provider for insurance. We can provide a financial quote for what anticipated surgical fees will be after your consultation.