Breast Augmentation

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Breast enlargement uses implants to make the breasts larger and more shapely. It's for women who want fuller breasts or who have one breast that is noticeably smaller than the other. Through a small incision at the edge of the areola or under the breast, the surgeon places a saline or silicone implant either under the breast tissue or under both the breast tissue and the chest muscle. It's done as outpatient surgery under general anesthesia. Patients go home in an elastic bra, stitches usually come out in 7 to 12 days, and aerobic exercise can usually start in about 3 weeks. A breast lift is often added when the breasts are saggy as well as small.

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Breast Augmentation Before & After Photos

Before and after photos of a breast augmentation in a woman, front view with larger, more lifted breasts.

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Hector Salazar-Reyes, MD, FACS

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John Smoot, MD, FACS (retired)

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Breast Augmentation FAQs

Who is a good candidate? Toggle

Women who want larger breasts. Women who have one breast that is noticeably smaller than the other.

What are the intended results? Toggle

Larger, more shapely breasts. A more positive self-image.

Can you tell me more about the procedure? Toggle

Breast enlargement is done as outpatient surgery under general anesthesia. A small incision is made at the edge of the areola or under the breast. A saline or silicone implant is placed either under the breast tissue or under both the breast tissue and the underlying chest muscle.

What is the recovery process like? Toggle

Patients go home wearing an elastic bra, which helps hold the breasts in the correct position. Early discomfort is controlled with oral pain medication. Stitches are usually removed in 7 to 12 days. Light activities can resume as tolerated. Aerobic exercise can usually start in about 3 weeks.

What procedures are frequently combined with Breast Augmentation? Toggle

A breast lift (mastopexy) may enhance the result if the breasts are saggy as well as small.

Can you give me an overview of the risks? Toggle

The specific risks of this procedure, and whether it is right for you, can only be determined at a consultation. All surgical procedures carry some degree of risk. Minor complications that don't affect the outcome happen occasionally. Major complications are unusual.