New York’s Breast Augmentation Experts

+ WHY UNDERGO BREAST AUGMENTATION?

The plastic surgeons of Doctors Plastic Surgery of New York commonly hear women express their desire to feel more confident with their figures. The breasts are the most feminine feature of the body, and a lack of curvature can negatively impact a woman’s self-image. Breast augmentation patients often seek a higher level of confidence in swimsuits, strapless dresses, or even to enhance their silhouette when fully covered. Women have an innate desire to feel sexy and confident in their own skin, and they can reach their aesthetic goals through breast augmentation. Our doctors notice a newfound confidence in patients who have undergone a breast-enhancing surgery.

+ WHAT IS BREAST AUGMENTATION?

Breast augmentation enlarges the size of the breast while creating a more desirable overall shape through breast implants. The implants, which are composed of a saline solution (sterile salt water) or silicone gel, are available in a variety of models to best suit each patient’s needs. The surgery is completely customizable from the implant construction and material, to how they are surgically placed in the chest. Breast augmentation offers a permanent solution to patients who may have a naturally small cup size but desire a shapelier figure. A consultation with Doctors Plastic Surgery is the most beneficial first step to learning more about enhancing your bust. Procedures that may complement breast augmentation are Breast Revision and Breast Lift surgeries. Breast revision is a corrective surgery for patients who may have undergone a breast surgery (such as breast augmentation, breast lift or reduction, or breast reconstruction) elsewhere but are dissatisfied with the results. During a Breast Lift surgery, breasts are repositioned and often reshaped to appear higher on the chest and perkier in shape.

+ CANDIDATES FOR BREAST IMPLANT SURGERY

Adult women seeking to permanently add volume to the breasts who are in good health may be eligible for breast augmentation. Typical requirements are that a patient is not currently pregnant or breastfeeding a child, she seeks the results that breast implants can provide, and has a realistic idea of the surgical outcome. Breast augmentation can create better symmetry among the breasts and enhance the size and shape of the bust.

+ BREAST AUGMENTATION – HOW IT’S PERFORMED

A patient will begin the procedure with a visit with the surgeon, who will mark the breasts for placement. This allows the doctor to know how the tissues of the breast will appear when the patient is upright, as breast augmentation is performed while she is laying down. Prior to the surgery, the patient will first be provided with either general anesthesia or twilight anesthesia (intravenous sedation), depending on the preference of both the patient and doctor. General anesthesia will render a patient completely unconscious for the procedure, while twilight anesthesia will provide sedation. These options will be discussed beforehand, typically in the consultation meeting. Next, a small incision is created in the first breast to be augmented. The surgical cut is typically one inch in length or less, and can be disguised under the breast, in the underarm, or even within the bellybutton. The implant may be inserted either under or over the muscle of the breast (pectoralis major), which is often dictated by a woman’s anatomy. Each step is repeated with the second breast. Breast augmentation is commonly performed in under an hour. If the patient elects to undergo additional procedures, such as breast lift, the procedure may be extended accordingly. Most patients are free to return to their regular activities one week after breast augmentation.

+ HEALING AFTER BREAST IMPLANT SURGERY

Breast augmentation patients may be fitted with a surgical bra following the operation to provide support to the newly enlarged breasts. Drainage tubes may also be left in place to ensure that fluid accumulation does not interfere with the healing process and can be properly expelled from the surgical site. The surgeon will restrict certain activities, like heavy lifting and workouts, for several weeks postoperatively. Medication will be prescribed and filled prior to the surgery to ensure patient comfort throughout the healing process.