By improving proportions of small breasted women, or simply enlarging the normal breast, augmentation enhances the female silhouette. Many women present with post-partum involution, deflation of the breasts following pregnancy and/or lactation. Implants are selected and the procedure is planned to meet the unique needs of each individual. For each woman, our goal is natural contour and symmetry, desirable size and texture, hidden or invisible scar, preservation of breast sensation and function, and minimization of surgery related and implant related complications.
Estimated price range (Includes Fully Accredited Surgery Center, Board Certified Anesthesiologist, Superior Quality Implants, Dr. Laverson, and post-surgical bra:
$5900 (saline), $6600 (Bio-dimensional®), $7000-7600 (silicone gel), $8200 cohesive gel.
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Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
If pregnancy, lactation, weight loss, and/or aging have contributed to a sagging appearance, breast lift (mastopexy) restores a more youthful robust shape. Implants can be added if desired to increase size/fullness. Scars are around the areola and sometimes on the underside of the breast. As part of the procedure, areola size can be enlarged or reduced, and nipple size can be reduced if necessary. Inverted nipples may be corrected.
Cost Estimate $7500
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Breast Augmentation Questions
How much can my breasts be enlarged? Why is it limited? How big should I go?
Implant size is determined by the patient’s wishes, the width of the existing breast and available skin envelope. Dr. Laverson can help you determine the best size of implant for you at the time of your consultation. Most patients desire a full proportional look. They want something nice but not too obvious. It is generally preferable to create nice looking breasts that fit a patient's body well rather than very large breasts that are too large for the frame.
Do you put the implant under or over the muscle?
There are advantages and disadvantages to each implant position. Most often, Dr. Laverson puts the implant behind or under the pectoralis major muscle. The resulting breast shape and texturing may be more natural and less rippling visible. Mammograms may easier and perhaps less chance of capsular contracture when the implant is under the muscle. However, implants beneath the muscle may be subject to undesirable "animation" with certain activities.
Will I be able to breast feed after augmentation?
There is no evidence that breast augmentation affects your ability to breast feed.
Why did my breasts get small and droop after pregnancy?
A loss of volume and drooping are common after pregnancy. It is called post-partum breast involution. Volume loss with a small amount of sagging can be corrected with breast augmentation surgery. For an excessive degree of sagging, a mastopexy or 'breast lift' may be indicated.
Can plastic surgery correct inverted nipples?
With inverted nipples, the problem is that the ducts are too short and tether the nipple. This can be corrected in the office under local anesthesia. The procedure is fairly simple. The incision is small and located on the underside of the nipple so that it is difficult to see.
Can I enlarge or reduce the size of my areola?
The areola can be reduced in size or enlarged. This may be done as a standalone type of procedure under local anesthesia. Or, it may be done in conjunction with an augmentation, reduction or lift.
Can breast implants rupture?
Mechanical failure of the mammary implants is possible. The rate of failure is low and should be discussed with your surgeon, including the implant manufacturer's limited warranty.
Do I have to have my implants changed after a certain number of years?
You will not need to change your implants unless there is a problem. Depending on the manufacturer, implants are warrantied for 5-10 years. If implants deflate during the warranty, the manufacturer will give you an implant and pay towards replacement.
Can you correct asymmetries or differences between the breasts?
Nearly everyone has some asymmetry in their breasts. There may be a difference in size, shape, projection of the nipple, amount of drooping, etc. Asymmetries can be improved by lowering a fold, place a larger implant on one side, etc. Most of the time there are subtle asymmetries before and after surgery.
Can breast implants cause breast cancer?
No. Breast implants do not cause breast or any other cancer. Studies have shown that women who get breast cancer and have implants have the same outcome as women that get breast cancer and do not have implants. Always get mammograms as recommended by your physician. Notify your mammographer that you have implants as they will do a few special views to optimize the mammogram.
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