Breast AugmentationPlastic Surgery in Latham, New York
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In some cases, a breast lift (mastopexy) or breast augmentation combined with a lift may be more suitable for patients who wish to correct the appearance of sagging breasts by improving upon their contour and elevation.
Candidates for breast augmentation should be physically healthy and developed, as well as realistic in their expectations for the operation, which may include:
- Making naturally small breasts larger
- Balancing breasts that are uneven in size
- Restoring breasts to the size and shape they were before pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging, and/or weight loss
- Augmenting the appearance of cleavage
- Improving confidence and appearance across a range of clothing
What Does a Breast Augmentation Entail?
The breast augmentation procedure itself typically takes about an hour to perform, as long as there are no complications, along with an additional one to two hours spent in a post-surgery recovery room.
The implant may be placed either directly underneath the breast tissue itself, or underneath the pectoral muscle. They are then centered beneath the nipples, and the incisions are sutured closed.
Dr. Lloreda prefers to place the implants under the muscle, as this gives the augmented breast a much more natural appearance and feel. Placing the implants under the muscle also makes them much less likely to interfere with mammograms.
There are a number of choices for a patient to consider before receiving a breast augmentation, including implant type and size, whether to use the patient’s own fat to transfer, and where incisions should be made. As an experienced surgeon who has performed many breast-related procedures, Dr. Lloreda walks each patient through every aspect of the procedure, and helps them to make informed, educated choices that address all concerns.
Breast augmentation may be performed in a surgeon’s office-based facility or an outpatient surgery center. Dr. Lloreda performs this cosmetic procedure as an outpatient surgery at The New England Laser and Cosmetic Surgery Center. Breast augmentation can be done under either Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) or with general anesthesia.
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Breast Implant Options
With the range of implant options available to enhance breasts, from the many materials and structures of breast implants to grafting their own fat, patients can successfully achieve the size, shape, and consistency they want.
Some of the most frequently used implants in breast augmentations include silicone gel implants, saline implants, and fat deposits collected from selected portions of a patient’s body. Silicone gel implants are what many patients prefer because of their more natural look and feel, as well as their reduced likelihood of rippling.
Saline implants are relatively safer in the event of a leak and easier to replace. Fat transfer breast augmentation uses liposuction to remove fat from parts of patient’s bodies and inject it into their breasts. This is a good option for women who are looking for a small increase in breast size. Fat deposits that are synthesized and transferred to the breasts, have a very low chance of rejection and are suitable to be used for either a more modest increase in size or an addition to a silicone or saline implant.
The choice of implant may play a role in which incision options are best suited for the procedure.
Incision Options
Dr. Lloreda will make an incision in one of three possible areas: around the areola (periareolar), in the armpit (transaxillary), or underneath the breast in its crease (inframammary). All three areas ensure that any scarring after the surgery is as inconspicuous as possible.
As each patient has different physical characteristics and aesthetic goals, a consultation with a surgeon is the only way to determine which one may be appropriate.
Once the incisions are made, the breast tissue is lifted and a pocket created for insertion of the implant.
Risks & Potential Complications
Breast augmentation is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic surgical procedures in the United States, with hundreds of thousands of women choosing to receive breast implants every year. As with any medical operation, there are certain risks involved, making it very important to select a board-certified, experienced plastic surgeon to perform the procedure.
The potential complications associated with breast augmentation include adverse anesthesia reactions, bleeding, capsular contracture, changes in nipple or breast sensation, implant deflation or rupture, infection, mammography interference, and removal and/or replacement of the implant. These can be discussed in detail at the time of the consultation.
A Final Note on Breast Augmentation
A skilled and licensed plastic surgeon can recommend the best possible course of action for a patient who is straightforward about her hopes and expectations, upfront about her medical history and health concerns, and committed and diligent in following all pre- and post-surgical instructions provided by the surgeon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Interested in having Breast Augmentation surgery, but have some questions? Find answers to the most common questions our patients have during their consultation.
Schedule Your Consultation
Call us today at (518) 786-7000To request a consultation for breast augmentation, contact the Williams Center for Plastic Surgery.