Cosmetic Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation or enhancement is one of the most commonly performed procedures in the United States today. This procedure is used to enlarge small breasts, underdeveloped breasts, or breasts that have decreased in size because of having children. Breast augmentation can dramatically improve the appearance of a woman’s
breasts.

Is Breast Augmentation Right for You?
During your consultation, you will be discussing any questions, concerns, goals and expectations you have with the surgery.Your surgeon will assess the nature of your breasts and your goals.Your surgeon will then explain the probable outcome of the procedure. During the consultation, your surgeon will show you several before and after photographs of patients with breast similar to yours.Your surgeon will explain the treatment expectations. Also, you will have the opportunity to try some different size implants in a bra to give you realistic expectations of the size you desire. Before the procedure is performed, a mammogram (X-Ray) will be required.

Is Breast Augmentation Safe?
Breast augmentation and implants are safe. There is no evidence proving that breast implants increase the risk of breast cancer or any other health risk. In fact, most women can safely breast feed after augmentation surgery.

Your Procedure
Breast augmentation usually takes about two hours to perform and is performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia. One of the most frequent techniques used today requires an incision under the lower part of the breast. The incision is made either near the chest wall or under the lower portion of the areola (darker area under your nipple). After the incision, a pocket is made under the breast tissue or beneath the chest wall muscle. The implant is positioned securely in the pocket and small sutures are used to close the incision.When inflatable implants are used, your surgeon will adjust the amount of the inflation.

Your Recovery
Recovery after surgery usually consists of a few days of rest. For several weeks after the surgery, a post-surgical bra will be worn. Most discomfort with the surgery can be controlled with oral medication that is prescribed by your surgeon. There is a possibility that antibiotics will also be prescribed. Most women will experience bruising. swelling and some tenderness. These experiences will subside within a short time.Your surgeon will prescribe a proper schedule for returning to your normal activities. However, vigorous physical activity can resume in 4-6 weeks. Following your breast augmentation surgery, you will be able to enjoy new, more pleasing shaped breasts that are more comfortable and in better proportion with your physique.

If you are considering breast augmentation, please call our office to arrange a private consultation to learn more about the procedure.