Breast Augmentation in Phoenix
You’re not alone if you’re feeling like your breast augmentation in Phoenix is the one thing that has been holding you back from feeling confident and beautiful. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start. Breast implant removal is a sensitive procedure, both emotionally and physically. As experts in breast revision and restoration surgery, In Phoenix, breast augmentation can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $6,000 or more depending on the type of implants placed, the surgical technique utilized.
Multiple studies have shown fat grafting used for breast augmentation, reconstruction & revisionary breast reconstruction is safe and effective. Our highly-skilled surgeons will strive to provide one of the best fat transfer breast augmentations Phoenix has to offer.
There are two main types of breast augmentation surgery: saline implants and silicone gel implants. Both are safe and effective but they each have their own pros and cons. Saline implants are more common because they tend to be less expensive than silicone gel implants but do require more effort when removing them if necessary (for example, if they leak).
Do I Qualify for Breast Augmentation in Phoenix?
Women (ages 18 – 70) who are healthy, in good medical condition, and who do not smoke regularly can be considered candidates for breast augmentation surgery at our Phoenix, AZ, location. The majority of women who have this surgery do so because they are not satisfied with:
- The current shape of their breasts
- The contour of their breasts
- The size of their breasts
- Breast reconstruction after a mastectomy
Suitable Candidates
Suitable candidates for augmentation are women who:
- Exhibit disproportionate breast size for their body shape
- Have uneven breasts or asymmetry
- Experience a loss of firmness or breast tissue due to:
- Genetics
- Childbirth
- Weight loss
- Desire a larger breast size
It is important to note that women who have sagging or drooping breasts may not be suitable candidates for this surgery; a breast lift or breast lift with augmentation is often recommended in these cases. For patients going through or who have completed breast cancer treatment, Elite Plastic Surgery also offers breast reconstruction surgery to restore the body.
During the Breast Augmentation Surgery
Breast augmentation surgery is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes under 2 hours to complete. Your surgical plan will be thoroughly discussed during treatment planning appointments.
Breast Augmentation Incisions
There are two types of incisions our plastic surgeons can perform for breast augmentation patients:
- Within the Breast Crease: This incision is the most common approach, easily concealing the scar within the breast crease.
- Around the Nipple: While this incision tends to heal well, it has drawbacks, such as potential nipple distortion or loss of nipple sensation, and may not effectively fit the implant.
Subglandular vs. Submuscular Breast Augmentation
We place the implants under the mammary glands (subglandular) or the pectoral muscles (submuscular). Elite Plastic Surgery in Phoenix uses both saline implants and silicone gel breast implants.
Subglandular Implants
A subglandular implant is placed behind the natural breast but in front of the pectoral muscle, creating cleavage with minimal recovery time and discomfort. However, surgeons may avoid this method due to risks like:
- Future rippling
- Palpation of the implants
- Difficult mammograms
- Rounded and unnatural looks
This method may be suitable for active women who wish to maintain muscle integrity.
Submuscular Breast Implants
This technique places the implant under the chest muscles, resulting in a more natural look. Benefits include:
- Better aesthetics
- Unobstructed mammogram testing
- Less prone to capsular contracture
However, the recovery time may be longer and more painful than subglandular placement.
After Breast Surgery
After the implant procedure, our post-op nurses will wrap you in a sterile surgical dressing and apply compression with a medical sports bra. Initial recovery will involve:
- Swelling and soreness
- Returning to work within 3 – 5 days (limited activity)
- Avoiding exercise for 4 – 6 weeks
Recovery & Risks of Breast Augmentation Surgery
You will be discharged within a few hours after anesthesia effects wear off, as long as there are no complications. Common recovery experiences may include:
- Pain, discomfort, swelling for a few days
- Moderate walking next day
- Avoiding activities involving the upper arm or driving for two weeks
- Avoiding strenuous actions for six weeks
It takes about a week for initial recovery; stitches are removed after ten days, and swelling typically subsides in about eight weeks. Full recovery varies but can take anywhere from 2 to 12 months.
Common Breast Implant Risks
- Anesthesia allergy
- Early implant failure
- Surgical complications (bleeding, clotting, fever, etc.)
- Excessive pain beyond prescribed medication
- Scar tissue formation
- Unsatisfactory outcome
- Alteration in nipple sensation
Considerations After Breast Augmentation with Implants
Post-operative cautions include:
- Keeping the breast area clean and dry
- No baths until the third day
- Rest for at least a week
- Avoid forceful upper hand movement for two weeks
- No driving for two weeks
- Avoid intense activities for six weeks
Am I a Candidate for Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?
Almost any patient can be a candidate for fat grafting. Common areas for fat harvest include:
- Thighs
- Abdomen
- Lower back
- Love handles
- Less common: arms and lower legs
Fat Grafting Process
Surgeons prioritize gentle liposuction to avoid damaging fat cells. Key aspects include:
- Low-pressure technique for harvesting fat
- Minimal fat cell processing
- Micro-injections for even distribution
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
Fat transfer is suitable for women looking to enhance breast size naturally. Notable pros and cons include:
- Pros:
- Natural results
- Uses patient’s own tissue
- Avoids implant-related complications
- No restrictions to physical exercise
- Cons:
- May require more than one surgery
- Can be more expensive than breast implant augmentation
- May cause minor fat necrosis
Fat Grafting for Breast Reconstruction
Fat grafting serves as an excellent tool for:
- Lumpectomy defects
- Contouring deformities post-surgery
- Improving mastectomy skin health post-radiation
- Total breast reconstruction
Natural Breast Augmentation for Reconstruction
Natural breast augmentation is perfect for those wanting to avoid implant-related issues. At Southwest Breast & Aesthetics, we tailor surgeries to your individual needs.
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Breast Augmentation
Breast enlargement is one of our most popular procedures. You can finally have the size and shape you have always wanted or restore your pre-childbirth breast size. The results can be dramatic, but they do not have to be dramatic. Breast augmentation can be a subtle change in some cases. Most women who choose breast enlargement choose implants that will give them a C cup. At Gawley Plastic Surgery, it is our goal for breast augmentation patients to achieve a size that is natural and proportionate to their body.
Benefits Of Breast Augmentation
Any woman 18 or older may choose to have breast augmentation using saline implants. If you would like to have silicone gel implants, you must be at least 22 years of age.
- Improve appearance
- Boost self-esteem
- Balance and improve body proportions
- Improve job opportunities
- Improve social opportunities
- Correct asymmetrical breasts
- Restore shape and tone lost to age or pregnancy
- Achieve the look and body shape that you have always wanted
Breast augmentation may be performed alone, in combination with a breast lift, or as part of a mommy makeover.
Breast Augmentation Options
All of your incision options will leave minimal visible scarring. Our surgeons will go over each incision choice and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Traditional breast augmentation is open surgery with the incision in the inframammary crease (under the breast where it meets the chest wall) or around the areola.
Gawley Plastic Surgery specializes in transaxillary endoscopic breast augmentation with a transaxillary incision (in the armpit), so scarring is less visible. While many surgeons are not familiar with this procedure, our surgeons at Gawley Plastic Surgery perform this surgery routinely and find that patients are tremendously happy with the natural shape and lack of scarring on the breast.
Breast Enlargement Candidates
Breast enlargement may be right for you if you:
- Are 18 years old or older (for silicone gel implants, 22 years or older)
- Are not pregnant or nursing
- Are of stable weight
- Are not planning a major weight change such as massive weight loss or pregnancy
- Are in good physical and psychological health
- Have realistic expectations
- Have little or no sagging
- Have enough breast tissue to cover the implant
- Want to improve your appearance
Women who are not good candidates for breast augmentation usually have other options. If your breasts sag, a breast lift may achieve your desired results. If you are expecting to lose a great deal of weight or if you are planning to get pregnant, it is best to wait until after the major body-changing event.
Breast Augmentation Phoenix, AZ
Breast augmentation (breast enlargement) surgery is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed in the U.S with the ability to enhance the quality of life, restore a confident body image and redesign the silhouette of your body. Many women consider breast enhancement surgery to combat the natural aging process, correct small or asymmetrical breasts, or enhance the breasts after pregnancy, weight loss, or disease.
Dermacare Plastic Surgery is a proud leading provider of customizable breast augmentation in Phoenix, Arizona and uses state-of-the-art breast enhancement procedures to transform thousands of women’s bodies into their cosmetic ideal and achieve the desired size, shape, and projection of their breasts.
Breast Augmentation Explained
Breast augmentation, breast enlargement, or breast implant surgery is a plastic surgery procedure used to amplify volume, increase bust size, or augment the profile and symmetry of breasts through surgical insertion of silicone or saline breast implants.
Dermacare Plastic surgery uses the most advanced breast enhancement materials and surgical techniques to create stunning results that appear natural and mimic the same bounce and feel of natural breasts. The popularity and technology of breast augmentation have dramatically changed over the years, making the procedure more aesthetically pleasing, customizable, and longer-lasting.
Various elements, including implant type, method of placement, and breast implant size, are of great importance. The breast augmentation process starts with a highly personalized consultation at Dermacare Plastic surgery, where you and Dr. Rod will agree on your breast enhancement design and necessary procedures to obtain the exact results you desire, with or without adding a cup size.
Meet Phoenix’s Go-To Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Rod
Dr. Reza Rod, of Phoenix, Arizona, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with two decades of experience and training in enhancing natural beauty with both surgical and non-surgical techniques. His accolades include being honored as a “Top Doctor” on Real Self and being hand-selected for a fellowship at the world-famous Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he received rigorous plastic surgeon training. Dr. Rod has a passion for helping patients make their appearance reflect their spirit and has made breast augmentation a primary focus of his practice. He believes in combining highly technical skills with meticulous attention to detail to achieve natural-looking breast enhancement results that fit his patient’s personal goals and aesthetic ideal.
