Breast Augmentation

What are the benefits of breast augmentation?

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What are the benefits of breast augmentation?

  • Feel and look more feminine and more attractive
  • Be able to wear a wider variety of clothes (from swimsuits to evening gowns)
  • Reverse droopiness caused by pregnancy, aging, or weight loss
  • Improve symmetry between the two breasts

Types of Breast Prostheses

  • All breast prostheses have a silicone plastic outer envelope. The envelope contains either saline (salt water of the same concentration that bathes all our body tissues) or silicone (more like the feel of natural breast tissue).
  • Most breast prostheses are round, although some are teardrop-shaped, with more fullness in the lower part
  • Most breast prostheses are “moderate profile,” although some women choose “moderate plus” or “high profile” implants. These have a narrower diameter, more projection, and more upper fullness

Breast Augmentation

The biggest problem is capsular contracture (firmness of the breasts from tight scar tissue around the implants). I modify the commonly used techniques, and have a lower rate of capsular contracture than reported by most studies.

For example, most surgeons place the implants below only the pectoralis muscle. I place it under all four muscles in the breast area. In this way, the implants rest directly on the rigid chest wall, so scar tissue cannot tighten behind the implants. I also use drains to remove any oozing. They stay in place about five days, and decrease swelling, bruising, and pain. The lack of blood around the implants probably also decreases the risk of capsular contracture and infection. Although it takes more time and effort to use the drains, I feel that they are in the patient’s best interests.

I usually place the scars around the lower areola. These are the best quality scars, and allow easy positioning of the implants and excellent control of bleeding. If breast reshaping is desired in the future, these scars are part of all standard reshaping techniques. For larger implants, it may be best to place scars in the folds under my patient’s breasts.

Cosmetic Surgical Procedures for Breast Implants

Breast Reduction or Reshaping

I use short scar techniques whenever possible. However, oftentimes, longer scars are indicated for optimal reshaping and nipple repositioning. Choices often need to be made after the patient is told about the benefits and limitations of different procedures.

Aesthetic surgery must be performed within the context of general health. Accordingly, I started the first multi-disciplinary breast disease panel in Contra Costa in 1985 where breast health experts discussed care options directly with patients.

For more details and to find out if you are a candidate for a breast augmentation, please contact our office at 925-820-3633 and schedule a consultation with Dr. Lavey.

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