Breast Procedures

Procedures like breast augmentation and breast lifts are universally popular among women.  Breast augmentations rank as the most popular plastic surgery procedure in the country.

Breast Augmentation

Implants made out of silicone or saline are implanted into the breast in this procedure. The implants are sized based on the patient’s preferences, and the doctor will take time before surgery to make sure he understands what the patient expects from the surgery.

Both kinds of implants – saline or silicone – are safe to use. If ruptured, the saline is naturally absorbed in the body, which is one reason why this implant type may be preferred, but it does not produce as perfect a result as silicone if used in patients with naturally small breasts or those who have had reconstructive surgery. Silicone implants are more natural feeling and produce great results on all kinds of patients, which is why they are extremely popular.

The incision can be made in a number of places, such as the armpit, the crease of the breast, in the navel or next to the areola. This decision is made by the surgeon after examining the patient, the size of the implant and weighing in other factors. Once inserted, the implants can be placed just under the breast tissue or under the chest muscle as well. Again, this decision is made after examining the patient and discussing both options with them.

Implants come in different shapes. Round implants are the most commonly seen ones, but there are also teardrop implants that provide a more natural slope to the breast.

Breast Lift

For women who have lost the natural elasticity in their breasts, either due to aging, weight loss or pregnancy, the breast lift procedure is the perfect answer. During the surgery, the surgeon will remove extra skin and tissue and tighten the bust-line once again. It is also possible to change the shape of the areola in this surgery.

Breast Reduction

For women who have overly large breasts, a breast reduction surgery is the perfect solution. This surgery will help them achieve a balanced figure with smaller breasts, with the surgeon removing extra fat, skin and tissue and tightening the remaining breast.