Breast
AugmentationON LONG ISLAND
Breast augmentation is a popular surgery on Long Island—in fact, it’s the top cosmetic surgery in the United States. Using implants, women can drastically change their breast size, shape, symmetry, and overall appearance. Of course, your results are only as good as those of the breast augmentation surgeon you work with. If you are considering breast augmentation on Long Island, Harris Plastic Surgery has the medical expertise and patient coordination support you need to get the results you desire.
How Does Breast Augmentation Work?
Breast augmentation surgery, often referred to as breast implant surgery, starts with an incision under the breast, around the areola, or in the armpit, with the goal being to hide the scar.
The breast augmentation surgeon then creates a pocket for the implants, either behind the breast tissue or the chest muscle, depending on the customized patient assessment, implant type, and the desired surgical result. The plastic surgeon may use silicone implants that are prefilled with silicone gel or (uncommonly) saline implants, filled at the time of surgery to the appropriate volume. The implant material and size will depend on the patient’s body type and unique anatomy, as well as the overall desired results of augmentation.
Your overall results will depend on the surgeon you work with. At Harris Plastic Surgery, we offer a concierge-style trUfit experience to ensure our patients always get the results they desire.
The Harris Plastic Surgery trUfit Experience
Harris Plastic Surgery offers the trUfit breast enhancement process, which is a comprehensive approach that involves a personalized assessment and education, state-of-the-art surgical techniques, and the latest evidence-based guidelines to ensure a safe and rapid recovery from breast augmentation surgery.
Initial Consult
During the initial consultation, patients are educated about the different types of breast implants available, including 5th-generation form-stable silicone implants, saline-filled implants, and the new-generation structured saline implants branded as the Serene Implant. Patients are also introduced to different implant shapes, sizes, textures, and incision techniques to help them make informed decisions about their breast augmentation procedure.
Customized Assessment
The trUfit breast enhancement process involves a customized assessment of each patient to guide surgical planning, resulting in better patient outcomes. During the detailed physical examination, several measurements of the breasts are taken to use a dimensional approach to finding the best implant to meet each patient’s expectations.
Surgery
At Harris Plastic Surgery, state-of-the-art surgical techniques are used to place the breast implant, including protocols to avoid skin contact with the implant and to avoid any possible bacterial contamination of the implant pocket. This approach is thought to reduce the possibility of capsular contracture, an abnormal formation of scar tissue that can make the breast feel firmer or deform the implant shape over time.
Recovery
The operation is usually performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia, and a long-acting local anesthetic is used to allow for a more rapid postoperative recovery and to limit the need for narcotic pain medication during early recovery. Harris Plastic Surgery follows the latest evidence-based guidelines to ensure a safe and rapid recovery from breast augmentation surgery.
It’s important to note that breast augmentation should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon with experience in breast surgery. Patients should also be aware of the potential risks and complications associated with breast augmentation, such as infection, bleeding, implant rupture or leakage, and changes in nipple or breast sensation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Augmentation:
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure performed by a plastic surgeon to enhance both the size and shape of a woman’s breasts using implants or autologous fat transfer.
There are two main types: silicone gel and saline. Silicone gel implants are the most common and provide excellent shape and feel; saline implants are filled with a sterile salt water solution and are less common.
Recovery can vary, but most patients return to normal light activities and work within a week. The final aesthetic results can take several months for complete healing and swelling to go down.
Like all surgeries, breast augmentation carries some inherent risks. Potential risks for breast augmentation surgery include infection, implant leakage, changes in breast sensation, and scarring. It’s important to discuss these with your surgeon.
It’s important to know before you begin this process that breast implants are not lifetime devices. While they last for a long time, typically 10-15 years, some may last longer, and some may need to be replaced sooner.
Most women can breastfeed after breast augmentation, but it’s best to discuss this with your surgeon so you can decide the best type of surgery and implant placement to fit with your future life goals.
It’s true that breast implants can make mammograms slightly more complicated. But if you tell your mammographer ahead of the procedure, they know special techniques to use to ensure accurate imaging.
Your surgeon will help you choose a size that complements your body type and meets your aesthetic goals. The TrUfit process is designed to help choose the best implant for your body.
The costs of breast augmentation vary widely based on location, surgeon experience, the type of implants used, and anesthesia and facility costs. On average, they range from $5,000 to $15,000.
Look for a board-certified plastic surgeon to perform your surgery who has extensive experience in breast augmentation. Evaluate their credentials, reviews, and before-and-after photos from previous patients.
Your consultation will include a physical examination, a discussion of your overall goals for augmentation, and recommendations for implant type, size, and surgical approach.
The Right Choice for Your Breast Augmentation on Long Island
If you’re looking for a breast augmentation on Long Island, Harris Plastic Surgery is the place for you. We offer the trUfit breast enhancement process—a comprehensive approach involving personalized care, expert surgical techniques, and a focus on wellness to ensure a safe and rapid recovery.