A Breast Augmentation, has the ability to improve the shape and, increase fullness and size of your breasts. The most popular of cosmetic procedures, Breast Enlargement is also used for treat breast asymmetries and is often combined with a Breast Lift during Mommy Makeovers, Post-Bariatric Plastic Surgery or other combination procedures involving the breasts. Breast Augmentation uses saline or silicone-gel breast implants to increase the size and shape of the breasts, or to reconstruct one or both breasts.
If you're considering a Breast Augmentation to increase the size of, or to restore volume and shape to your breasts, you should discuss your interest with a plastic or cosmetic surgeon experienced with performing Breast Augmentations. You can start by locating a plastic surgeon "in my area" using our provider directory and you can Request a Consultation with one or more plastic surgeons right here from our site. Here's some important facts and a quick summary of Breast Augmentation:
Procedure Names: Breast Augmentation, Breast Enlargement, Breast Enhancement
Actual Procedure Name: Augmentation Mammaplasty
Average Length of Procedure: 1 - 2 hours
Anesthesia Type: General Anesthesia
Surgery Location: Certified Outpatient Plastic Surgery Center or Hospital
Most Commonly Combined with: Breast Lift, Liposuction, Tummy Tuck
Breast Augmentation Recovery:
- Compression or Sports Bra required: At least 3 weeks
- Return to work/driving: Usually 1 week
- Restricted activities: At least 3 weeks (no strenuous activity or heavy lifting)
- Healthy, Non smoker with no medical conditions that can affect wound healing
- In relatively good physical shape and health
- Not pregnant or nursing
- Possessing realistic goals and expectations
- Unhappy with the size and shape of your breasts
- Looking to improve or restore volume or fullness to the breasts following pregnancy or weight loss
- Wishing to balance breast asymmetry
- Looking to refine or balance breast to body proportions
- Seeking reconstruction of one or both breasts following an injury or mastectomy
Other notes:
- Breast Augmentation Patients can try on sample breast implants or try the "Rice Test"
- Breast Augmentation results are typically long-lasting
- Certain Breast Implants can be inserted through the armpit or belly button
- Breasts begin to take on their new shape 6-8 weeks into Breast Augmentation Recovery
- Regular mammogram screenings and Breast Implant MRI screenings are recommended
Average cost for a Breast Augmentation: $3,816