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35 year old patient 6 months post submuscular breast augmentation using moderate profile 295cc implants.
What is a Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that enhances the size, shape, or fullness of the breasts, which involves the placement of breast implants under the chest muscles or breast tissue.
When to consider
Lost Volume
After major weight loss, breast augmentation restores volume and enhances shape for a confident, contoured look.
Fix Symmetry
Breast augmentation enhances symmetry, balancing uneven breasts for a natural, proportionate, and confident look.
Restore Shape
Breast augmentation rebuilds shape, restoring balance and confidence after cancer treatments or other conditions affecting size and form.
How it works
You can choose local or general anesthesia, though general is most common for comfort.
The surgeon incises under the breast, around the nipple, or in the armpit based on your goals.
The implant is inserted either under the pectoral muscle or behind breast tissue.
The surgeon seals the incisions with sutures, skin adhesives, or surgical tape.
You'll be monitored before going home with care instructions.
You can resume light activity in days, with full recovery in weeks.
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Breast Augmentation FAQ's
Why is breast augmentation done?
Breast augmentation may be done in order to:
- Enlarge naturally small breasts
- Restore the size and shape of the breasts after having been deformed by pregnancy and breastfeeding or weight loss
- Restore the symmetry of the breasts
- Restore the breast or both breasts after breast cancer treatments or any other condition affecting the shape and size of the breasts
What are the type of breast implants used?
A medical prosthesis, called a breast implant, is placed inside the breast to reconstruct or enlarge it. The breast implant consists of a silicone outer layer while and filled with a saline (saltwater) solution. Other alternative substances may also be used.
At Alpine Plastic Surgery we only use the safest implants available.
- Saline implants. These breast implants are filled with sterile saline solution held by an elastomer silicone shell. The shells can be filled with various amounts of the solution, depending on the preferred size, shape, or firmness of the breast. In case a leakage occurs, the solution is either absorbed or expelled by the body.
What risks are associated with breast augmentation?
A breast augmentation may pose different risks, such as:
- Infection
- Breast pain
- Capsular contracture, a scar tissue distorting the shape of the breast implant
- Temporary changes in sensation of the nipples and breasts
- Leakage or rupture of the implants
In case of complications, they can be corrected using additional surgery, may it be removing or replacing breast implants.
How do I prepare for breast augmentation?
Before deciding to undergo a breast augmentation, you have to find a qualified surgeon, just like Dr. Randall Barnett at the Alpine Plastic Surgery Clinic in Salt Lake City, UT to learn more about the procedure.During your initial consultation with Dr. Randall Barnett, your preferences about size, feel, and total appearance of the breasts will be discussed. You will also be made aware of the different types of breast implants available.
Furthermore, you have to take note of the following important reminders:
- Your breasts may still sag after treatment. To correct your sagging breasts, you may have to undergo a breast lift.
- Breast implants do not pose lifetime results. Moreover, there is a possibility for implant rupture. Since the aging effects on the breast cannot be stopped, the appearance of your breasts will still change over time. When this happens, you may choose to undergo additional surgery.
- Undergoing mammograms may turn out to be more complicated. Because of the implants on your breasts, mammograms may already require additional and specific instructions.
- Breast implants could affect breast-feeding. Other breast augmentation patients may successfully breastfeed after treatment, but others may find it difficult.
It is necessary to ask your doctor about other important reminders before giving breast augmentation a go.
What can I expect during the breast augmentation procedure?
You can choose whether to be under local or general anesthesia during the procedure, but most cases are done under general anesthesia.
The procedure starts by making an incision either on the crease under the breast, the armpit, or around the nipple. The type of incision depends on which one is suitable for you and the outcome you desire.
After the incision is made, the breast implant is then inserted into the pocket made. It can be placed using either of the two methods: submuscular or under the pectoral muscle, or submammary or over the pectoral muscle and behind the breast tissue. After which, the incisions are closed.
What results can I expect after breast augmentation?
It is important to keep realistic expectations regarding the procedure. After the treatment, the size and shape of your breasts may significantly improve. However, you might be disappointed if you are looking for the perfect outcome.
What post-surgery care instructions will be given to me?
Your doctor will prescribe you with pain medications to ease the pain after the anesthesia wears off. He may also advise you to have someone drive you home after the procedure and stay with you throughout the night.For the next six weeks, avoid physical activities that can strain you. However, it is still advised to flex and move the arms so as to relieve the discomfort after the procedure.Your surgeon may recommend a support bra and instruct you when to wear it. A follow-up appointment is also needed if your surgeon has not used dissolvable sutures or has placed drainage tubes in the treated area.
Related Procedures
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is a procedure designed to enhance the size and shape of the breasts. It’s a popular choice for those looking to restore volume, improve symmetry, or simply feel more confident in their curves.
Breast Augmentation with Lift
This combination procedure adds volume while lifting the breasts to a more youthful position. It’s ideal for patients experiencing sagging due to weight loss, aging, or pregnancy. The goal is elevated shape, improved contour, and longer lasting results all in one surgery.
Breast Re-Augmentation
Whether you’re looking to replace aging implants or update your results, breast re-augmentation allows for a refreshed, refined outcome. Patients choose this procedure to adjust size, shape, or implant type all with a renewed focus on comfort. and confidence.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction is performed to relieve physical discomfort and create a lighter, more proportionate silhouette. Many patients experience immediate relief from back, neck, and shoulder pain, as well as a renewed sense of ease in movement.
Breast Implant Removal
Implant removal is a personal decision made for many reasons—comfort, aesthetics, or peace of mind. Whether replacing or removing entirely, our team ensures a smooth transition with natural results that reflect your evolving goals.
View Before & Afters
Curious what’s possible? Explore our breast enhancement gallery to see natural, confident results from real patients. From subtle lifts, to a tighter profile, every transformation is tailored to the individual.