Breast augmentation creates fuller, more shapely breasts through the use of saline or silicone-filled implants.   Women choose to have this procedure for different reasons.  Pregnancy, breast-feeding, and weight fluctuation are all factors that can change breast volume, firmness, and symmetry over time, causing a woman to feel self-conscious and dissatisfied  with the appearance of her breasts.  Others  feel that their breasts are under-developed and wish to have them appear fuller and more attractive.  During your consultation with Dr. Newall, he  will discuss your preferences regarding size and breast implant type, and you will have the opportunity to try on different sizes of  implants with a special bra in order to help you determine the  size you want.

 

In a breast augmentation procedure,  an incision is most commonly made in the crease below the breast.  The incision may be slightly longer if silicone implant are used because they are prefilled, whereas  saline implants are filled after placement.   Implants are  inserted either above the muscle, or more commonly, below it (sub-pectoral).  Dr. Newall prefers the sub-pectoral placement for most cases because it creates a more natural appearance and feel, and breast infections and capsular contractures are less likely to develop.  In addition, the muscle helps to hold the implant  in place so that it stays  more lifted, making the need for a breast lift less likely.  This is a significant advantage to placement over the muscle, where the implants are more subject to the effects of gravity.    Breast augmentation creates not only fuller breasts,  but ones that are more lifted in appearance, helping to correct sagging.  However, individual anatomy and implant size effect the degree of this benefit, and many women choose to have a breast lift in conjunction with the  augmentation in order to give their breasts a more fully lifted look.  Breast augmentation is performed on an outpatient basis using general anesthesia.   Dr. Newall may recommend that patients wear a surgical support bra afterwards.   Typically, soreness resides after 7-14 days, and patients are able to return to work 5-6 days after surgery and to resume exercise in one month.