Breast Augmentation

Question 1

How Do I Prevent Unnecessary Sagging After Getting Breast Implants?

Accepted Answer

One of the natural effects of getting breast implants is having sagging breasts at some point. Having sagging breasts is nothing to be concerned about since it’s completely normal if you’ve had breast implant surgery. William Bruno Plastic Surgery is always available to help enhance and restore your natural beauty, and can easily do so with a breast lift. When you work with Dr. Bruno, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing your breast implants will be successful and can easily be enhanced as needed when your body changes over time.

Question 2

How Can Breast Implants Enhance My Self Image?

Accepted Answer

Women should get breast augmentation because they want to enhance their bodies, not because societal pressures force them to. When women get breast implants for their own reasons, they tend to feel more satisfied with the results and have an increased sense of self-confidence.

Question 3

Breast Augmentation Incision Locations

Accepted Answer

There are two types of incisions patients must decide between when getting a breast augmentation: the inframammary incision and the areola incision. Both incisions provide great results, so the decision ultimately comes down to the patient’s personal preference. The inframammary incision can be completely hidden if the breasts have deep folds. The areola incision is hidden more easily since the location allows the areolar tissue to make it less visible.

Question 4

4 Physical Considerations to Keep in Mind When Getting Breast Implants

Accepted Answer

Women have many things to think about when it comes to getting a breast augmentation. It’s easy to only think about how others will perceive their new appearance, but there are personal physical considerations to keep in mind when getting breast implants. Proportionality Having proportional breasts can boost a woman’s self-esteem and help her be happy with her body in general. The breast size should match the size of the body closely for the optimal results. Select the Right Size The choice of breast size is completely personal. However, bringing along a family member or trusted friend can ensure the right size is chosen by listening to their opinions. Think About the Incision Location The incision location is important because it determines how visible it will be following the procedure. Dr. Bruno discusses incision locations thoroughly with his patients. Consider the Recovery No two women recover the same way following breast augmentation. Dr. Bruno will set a specific recovery plan, so be sure to follow it completely.

Question 5

What Causes Breast Implant Rippling and How Can I Reduce the Risk?

Accepted Answer

Rippling occurs when the implant shows through the skin, appearing as visible ripples near the bottom of the breast. This can affect the natural appearance of your breast augmentation.

Common Rippling Factors:

Implant type: Saline implants ripple more than silicone
Placement: Over-the-muscle placement increases rippling risk
Size: Larger implants have greater rippling chances

Dr. Bruno’s extensive surgical background and meticulous technique help minimize rippling risk from the start. He takes time to ensure optimal implant selection, placement, and sizing for each patient’s unique anatomy, delivering natural-looking results that meet your expectations.

Question 6

What Are the Most Popular Implant Sizes?

Accepted Answer

Many patients often know they want a breast augmentation, but they don’t know what size their implants should be. The reality is the size of the implants is completely dependent upon the patient’s preference. For comparison purposes, the average size of breast implants is between about 350 cc to 400 cc. This is equivalent to a small-to-large C cup. Of course, since every woman has a different body type, the average implant size may or may not be proportionate to the body.

Question 7

What Is the Relationship Between Incision Size and the Breast Implant Type?

Accepted Answer

Patients who are looking for breast implants often have concerns about the scar shape and size. It is simply a natural consequence of having surgery that there will be scars wherever the skin is cut. Dr. Bruno can discuss with patients during a consultation all options available to them and show directly what a certain scar may look like and how it can have its appearance minimized.

Question 8

How Do I Get More Cleavage with My Breast Implants?

Accepted Answer

The natural placement of breasts is important in achieving good cleavage. If a woman’s body places her breasts close together, then noticeable cleavage is as simple as wearing the correct bra. Breast augmentation doesn’t need much help here, and a larger size will do most of the work. Breasts that sag may necessitate a breast lift to improve the appearance of cleavage. But breast augmentation, by increasing the fullness of the breasts, can help improve the appearance of cleavage to a certain extent.

Question 9

Are Silicone Breasts FDA approved?

Accepted Answer

Silicone implants used today had their approval in 2006. They use a silicone shell and come pre-filled with a thicker silicone gel. They are perfectly safe for use, and the implant provides a more natural feel that is similar to normal breast tissue. Cohesive Gel implants come with a thicker shell and are quickly becoming the most popular type of implant available. They received their FDA approval in 2013 and are popular for their natural feel.

Question 10

What Are the Psychological Benefits of Breast Augmentation?

Accepted Answer

Many women seeking breast augmentation focus almost entirely on the physical gains of breast implants. However, the psychological effects are inextricably linked to the physical gains. Augmentation can give these women their female identity and help them feel like they have a ‘normal’ body. Asymmetry occurs when one breast develops differently than the other. Breast augmentation can give these women are more natural look, allowing women to feel confident in their bodies. Post-pregnancy, a woman’s body can change drastically, and breasts can become misshapen after nursing. These patients want their bodies back, and breast augmentation can give them that.

Question 11

What Is Capsular Contracture and How Can I Avoid It?

Accepted Answer

Capsular contracture is the term for hard scar tissue that can form around breast implants. This occurs in about 10% of all patients who undergo breast augmentation. The implants can feel hard to the touch and may look asymmetrical or distorted in severe cases. It happens more often with implants inserted through the areola and implants placed in front of the pectoral muscle. In addition to massaging your implants after surgery, there are some medications Dr. Bruno can recommend to you to help reduce capsular contracture.

Question 12

Can I Get Mammograms After Breast Augmentation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There is a special mammography protocol for women with breast implants. It is actually performed routinely at all outpatient imaging centers since so many women now have breast implants. Rest assured, even if you have silicone or saline breast implants placed, you will still undergo yearly mammography screenings for breast cancer once you reach the appropriate age.

Question 13

Can I Still Breastfeed after Having Breast Augmentation?

Accepted Answer

Most patients can still breastfeed after having breast implants depending on the incision and the location of the implant. Just remember, you’ll want to avoid that incision around the areola if you plan to breastfeed in the future. Dr. Bruno will discuss this in more detail during your consultation.

Question 14

How Can You Tell if a Silicone Implant Is Ruptured?

Accepted Answer

The only definitive way to know if a silicone breast implant is ruptured is by way of a specialized imaging study called an MRI. The FDA recommends getting an MRI three years after breast augmentation surgery in order to evaluate the state of the breast implant. Deflation or rupture with a saline implant is much easier to detect as you’ll instantly notice that the breast has deflated.

Question 15

Are There Different Shapes of Breast Implants?

Accepted Answer

There are different shapes and surface textures of breast implants used during breast augmentation. The most commonly used implants have a smooth surface and a round shape. The anatomic or “teardrop” shaped implants tend to rotate out of position, which may require surgery to correct. Especially since most breast implants are placed in a subpectoral (under the muscle) location during a breast augmentation, round, smooth implants are preferred. There are also different “profiles” of implants such as high profile and moderate profile breast implants. The profile refers to how far the breast implant sticks out.

Question 16

What Is Recovery Like and How Much Time Should I Take Off from Work?

Accepted Answer

A surgical bra is provided after surgery, which is similar to a sports bra, and is worn for four weeks. This type of bra has no underwire and is much more comfortable during the immediate postoperative period. Pain medication and occasionally muscle relaxants are taken for a few days after surgery to keep you as comfortable as possible. Most patients can return to work and drive a car in about three days. There is typically one stitch that is removed one week after surgery. Patients are instructed to avoid heavy lifting (including small children) or strenuous activity with their upper body for approximately four to six weeks after breast augmentation. Patients are instructed to massage their implants after breast augmentation, as this helps reduce the formation of hard scar tissue (capsular contracture). Breast massages should be performed several times a day by moving the breasts up, down, in, and out. The breast implants may at first appear high and firm to the touch for the first few weeks. By around the second or third month after a Beverly Hills and Hollywood breast augmentation, the implants may look and feel very natural.

Question 17

Where Will the Incision Be Located and How Noticeable Will The Scar Be?

Accepted Answer

The two most common approaches to breast augmentation incisions are through the lower border of the areola or in the breast crease, called inframammary fold. It’s difficult to determine if one incision is better than another for breast augmentation since each patient’s anatomy and needs are slightly different. Both scars tend to heal quite well, especially with the help of silicone gels and silicone tape used after surgery. However, women who think they may want to breastfeed in the future should avoid the incision around the areola as it can cut through milk ducts, making it difficult for you to breastfeed future children.

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What Is a Breast Augmentation?

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Is a Breast Augmentation Right For You?

Breast Augmentation Before and Afters

Breast Augmentation Implant Options

Silicone Implants

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Breast Augmentation Incision Options

Inframammary (Breast Crease)

Periareolar (Around Nipple)

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Recovery & Aftercare

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First 24-48 Hours at Home

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Breast Augmentation FAQs

How To Prevent Breast Sagging?

What Causes Breast Implant Rippling?

What Is the Most Popular Implant Size?

What Is Capsular Contracture and How Can I Avoid It?

Can I Still Breastfeed After Having Breast Augmentation?

What Are the Signs of Breast Implant Rupture?

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