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Breast Augmentation San Antonio (Mammoplasty)

The FDA recently approved a new generation of silicone gel breast implants, so women over the age of 21 now have the choice between silicone and saline breast implants. The latest techniques in breast augmentation are utilized, including the choice of shape, size, or texture. These breast implant options allow Dr. Pittman–Waller to customize your surgery.

The Typical Breast Augmentation Patient

Breasts that are small, uneven, or asymmetric
Breasts that are slightly sagging or deflated
Breasts that are out of proportion with the rest of the body
Desire for a better fit in clothing or a more sensual body image

Breast Augmentation Procedure Information

Local or general anesthesia can be used and the breast implant procedure typically takes about two hours
Incisions can be placed either in the armpit, around the nipple or areolae, or in the lower breast crease
The areolae usually enlarge in proportion to the increased breast size
The space is made exactly in the right place and position to correspond to the size and shape of the breast implant
A careful exam of the breast tissue is undertaken to make sure no abnormalities are present
Temporary breast implant sizers are inserted in the space and inflated to the correct volume and adjustments are made, then the appropriate permanent implant is inserted
The only dressing is a surgical bra
No drains are necessary
Breast enlargement can be combined with other plastic surgery procedures

Recovery from Breast Augmentation Plastic Surgery

You can usually go home after several hours
You can shower on the second day after surgery
Expect moderate pain for about the first two days which is usually easily controlled by medications; most of the pain is gone by about the third day
You may feel tired for about the first two days and weak for up to ten days
Swelling is usually moderate for the first week, after which it rapidly disappears
Breasts are high on the chest for the first three weeks, then settle into a very normal position and contour

Results from Breast Augmentation Plastic Surgery

Elevated, full, breasts with beautiful size and shape
Natural and presentable appearance right away, that improves over the following months
Softness and natural bounce that persist

Complete details of breast implant plastic surgery and recovery will be given during your personalized consultation with San Antonio cosmetic surgeon Dr. Pittman–Waller.

Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Enlargement

Some of the questions on our FAQ pages were drawn from the FAQs at BreastImplants4you.com and have been included with their permission.

Breast Cosmetic Surgery Information

Read an excerpt from Dr. Pittman–Waller's book The New Breast Book: New Breasts for a New Look and a New Outlook

Click here to schedule a consultation in our San Antonio plastic surgery office or call us at 210–826–2626.

Breast Augmentation – Breast Lift (Mastopexy) – Breast Reduction

San Antonio Plastic Surgeon Virginia Pittman Waller MD