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Breast Augmentation Procedure
Breast augmentation is an operation to enlarge, or change the shape of a woman's breasts. This is done by putting saline implants under the breast tissue or under one of the chest wall muscles. Breast augmentation surgery is most commonly performed on women who are born with the genetic make-up leading to the development of small breasts. There is another group of women who have average sized breasts to start out with, but after child birth and/or breast feeding, develop atrophy, or a reduction in their breast size, and thus desire a return to their original size. The operation can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia. Most women return to normal activity within 5-7 days, and vigorous physical activity can be resumed within 2-3 weeks.
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Breast Augmentation Surgeons
If you are interested in having
a Breast Augmentation procedure, it is important that you speak with a
cosmetic surgeon or specialist as soon as possible. This website can help
you find the surgeons to perform your Breast Augmentation procedure. Follow
this link to search for cosmetic
surgeons in your area, discuss your options, procedure costs, and
more. It is important that you speak with multiple breast
augmentation surgeons to ensure that you are comfortable with the
specialist you choose.
Breast Augmentation Prices & Costs
The average breast augmentation price ranges between $5,000 and $8,000. There are multiple factors that are considered to determine the procedure rates per surgeon. Follow this link to learn more about Breast Augmentation prices, and the different variables that will factor into the final price of your procedure.
Breast Augmentation Risks
Potential local complications include, but are not limited to Asymmetry, Inflammation/irritation, Breast pain, Malposition/displacement, Breast tissue atrophy, Necrosis, Calcification/calcium deposits, Nipple/breast sensation changes, and more. Follow this link to learn more about the possible Breast Augmentation surgery risks.
Breast Augmentation Surgery News
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Submitted by Dr. Daniel A. SterlingI have lost 70 lbs through diet and exercise. I am thrilled…More: continued here
•Breast Implants Above or Below the Muscle
Submitted by Dr. Daniel A. SterlingHow do you determine if breast implants should be placed above…More: continued here
•Pain control in the recovery room
As of 12/08 we now have over 750 consecutive patients who have benefited from the long acting local…More: continued here
•Breast feeding and breast hang
A study of women who breast fed was published in the 2008 Sept-Oct issue of Aesthetic Plastic…More: continued here
Submitted by Dr. Daniel A. SterlingI currently have Mentor moderate profile saline implants. I…More: continued here
•Do I need a breast lift?
Submitted by Dr. Daniel A. SterlingI have lost 70 lbs through diet and exercise. I am thrilled…More: continued here
•Breast Implants Above or Below the Muscle
Submitted by Dr. Daniel A. SterlingHow do you determine if breast implants should be placed above…More: continued here
•Pain control in the recovery room
As of 12/08 we now have over 750 consecutive patients who have benefited from the long acting local…More: continued here
•Breast feeding and breast hang
A study of women who breast fed was published in the 2008 Sept-Oct issue of Aesthetic Plastic…More: continued here
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