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- The Breast Augmentation Procedure
- Candidates For Breast Augmentation Surgery
- Breast Implant Options
- Benefits Of Breast Augmentation
- Breast Augmentation Recovery Process
- Choosing The Right Breast Implant Size
- Combining Breast Augmentation With Other Procedures
- Maintaining Your Breast Augmentation Results
- What Are The Risks Of Breast Augmentation Surgery?
- Schedule A Consultation
Breast augmentation, also known as breast implant surgery or augmentation mammoplasty, near Dearborn and West Bloomfield is performed to increase breast size and fullness. It’s often combined with a breast lift in patients who also have sagging breasts. Uneven breast volume may also be improved using different volumes in each breast implant. The exact breast size cannot be guaranteed. The breast size depends upon the amount of tissue available to cover the implant, the patient’s stature, and the judgment of your trusted plastic surgeon.
Which Breast Procedure Is Right For Me?
Dr. Marissa Baca explains the different types of breast procedures that patients at the Straith Clinic may be interested in.
The Breast Augmentation Procedure
An incision is made in the fold of the skin below the breast. The breast tissue is elevated from the rib cage, a surgical “pocket” is constructed under either the breast tissue or pectoral muscle, and the implant is placed into this “pocket”.
Candidates for Breast Augmentation Surgery
The ideal candidate for breast augmentation surgery is any individual in good overall health seeking to improve the appearance of their breasts. You must maintain realistic expectations and are not pregnant or breastfeeding if you choose to undergo breast augmentation. Most women will have this procedure done because of shape or volume loss in the breasts due to pregnancy, weight loss, or aging. Other reasons that someone may seek out a breast augmentation are because they are unhappy with the fullness at the top of their breasts, or they have asymmetrical breasts.
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What to Expect with Breast Augmentation
- How do I prepare for breast implants?
- Does insurance cover breast implants?
- Can fat be transferred to breasts?
- How long do breast implants last?
Breast Implant Options
When it comes to choosing the type of breast implant for your breast implant procedure, there are three main options. The first is the saline breast implant. Saline implants are filled with a sterile saltwater solution that the body will reabsorb in the event of a rupture. They are uniform in shape, firmness, and feel.
The next type of implant to be aware of is the silicone breast implant. Silicone gel implants feel the most like natural breast tissue of all implant types. If you experience a silicone breast implant rupture, it will not cause a collapse in the appearance of the breast.
The last option is a gummy bear breast implant. These implants are thicker and heavier than traditional silicone gel but will retain their shape even if the silicone implant shell is broken. They have a distinct shape, with fullness at the bottom and more tapered toward the top.
Benefits of Breast Augmentation
The main benefit of breast augmentation is to create a fuller, rounder, more youthful appearance to the breasts. Breast augmentation can increase volume for women who have always had smaller breasts and restore volume for women who feel that their breasts have deflated after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. For many women, breast augmentation can bring about a significant confidence boost, as clothing fits better, your natural figure is accentuated, and proportions are restored. Finally, breast augmentation can even correct noticeable asymmetry between breasts.
Breast Augmentation Recovery Process
The majority of the discomfort with the breast augmentation recovery process lasts for 1-2 weeks, with most swelling and bruising peaking within 2-3 days. Most patients can return to work within 5-7 days, depending on the nature of their job. Your board-certified plastic surgeon will give you instructions to follow, including what garments to wear and what activity restrictions to follow. Within six weeks, most of the swelling will fade, and you can begin to enjoy your results. Keep in mind it takes several months for the implants to soften and scars to fade.
Choosing the Right Breast Implant Size
Choosing the right implant size requires a knowledgeable plastic surgeon. Breast implant sizes are not analogous to bra sizes, and our board-certified plastic surgeons will discuss more during your consultation. Breast implant size is best determined based on factors like your chest width, overall frame, and cosmetic goals.
Combining Breast Augmentation with Other Procedures
Breast augmentation is commonly combined with a breast lift. This combination procedure is recommended when you have sagging tissues or a lower breast position, typically as a result of pregnancy, breast feeding, weight loss or aging. Breast augmentation is also a common addition to the mommy makeover, paired with a tummy tuck. Our board-certified plastic surgeons can help you determine the best combination procedure for your goals.
Maintaining Your Breast Augmentation Results
Breast augmentation comes with some additional steps to ensure the safety and longevity of your implants. It is important to monitor your breast implants over time – sometimes with a physical exam and sometimes with imaging. Your plastic surgeon will help you understand the right timeframe and methodology based on your chosen implant type.
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ScheduleSaline or Silicone Implants
At the Straith Clinic, both silicone and saline breast implants in a variety of shapes are utilized. Our board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Sabbagh and Dr. Baca, will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each type, ensuring the right implant for your needs.
Subglandular Placement
Subglandular placement of breast implants means the implant is placed under the breast tissue in front of the muscle. The muscle is not stretched or disturbed when the implant is inserted. This placement is best for those wanting a faster recovery and a more natural look. It is also a better placement for highly athletic or active women, as the pectoral muscles are manipulated during surgery.
Submuscular Placement
Submuscular placement means that the breast implant is inserted under the pectoral muscles. This is recommended for particularly thin or lean women, as the chest muscle is more able to conceal the implant’s characteristics. Because the implant is placed under the muscle, upper body movements and aggressive exercise can lead to breast implant movement or “animation.”
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How long is recovery from breast augmentation?
During recovery from breast augmentation surgery, patients can often return to work within 5-7 days, resume physical contact with the breast after 3-4 weeks, and resume strenuous activity after 3-6 weeks. Recovery can be discussed during your breast augmentation consultation with Dr. Sabbagh or Dr. Baca.
What are the Risks of Breast Augmentation Surgery?
No surgical procedure is risk-free, and that includes plastic surgery like breast augmentation surgery. During your consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons, they will review the risks so you can make an educated decision.
Schedule a Consultation
With an established track record of over 90 years, an accredited facility, and thousands of satisfied patients throughout Dearborn, metro Detroit, Michigan, and the U.S., the Straith Clinic has earned an excellent reputation for cosmetic surgery of the face and body. Call us today at 248-270-5272 or send us an email to schedule a consultation during which you can discuss our facial and body services and tour our facility, including our on-site operating facility.