Breast Augmentation

General Information: breast augmentation or augmentation mammoplasty is a procedure to make the breasts larger, fuller and in some cases more youthful looking. It is accomplished by placing an implant, either a silicone bag filled with salt water or silicone gel, behind the breast and/or the pectoralis major muscle. The implants can be placed via one of 4 incisions. One along the bottom fold of the breast called the inframammary incision, one that parallels the inferior border of the nipple-areola complex called the peri-areola incision, one in the arm pit or axilla called the axillary approach and finally one through the umbilicus or belly button called the umbilical approach. In all cases my goal is to use that incision and implant that will give the most natural result. As this is real surgery there are potential complications and these will be discussed at your consultation. Thousands of women each year choose to enhance their breasts through augmentation mammoplasty so this is a very popular and safe operation.

Length of Surgery: 1 to 2 Hours

Location: Accredited Surgery Center or Hospital

Anesthesia: General

Recovery Time: The patient can unusually return to work a few days following surgery depending on the individual. Exercise and strenuous activity may be done at 3 to 4 weeks after the operation.

Post Operative Results: Each patient heals differently: however, most patients say the first day is the most uncomfortable. Following the surgery, some patients experience temporary swelling, soreness, change in nipple sensation and possible bruising.

Helpful Hints: Be in good mental and physical health. Do Not Smoke. Help improve healing by taking pre and postoperative vitamins. Improve the appearance of small scars with topical gel.