Many women enjoy and celebrate their breasts, no matter their size or shape, yet for various personal reasons, some prefer a more rounded and curvy shape with added volume. If you have naturally small or asymmetrical breasts, a full bustline can enhance your femininity, aligning your figure with your preferred aesthetic ideal. Dr. Hung is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with decades of experience providing his patients with beautiful results they love.
Breast augmentation, or augmentation mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure that enhances the size and shape of the bust using breast implants for a fuller and more voluptuous appearance.
While some women lack volume in their breasts due to genetics, other factors like aging, pregnancy, weight loss, and breastfeeding can also cause volume loss. Breast augmentation can add or restore volume to the breasts to give patients a fuller, more attractive appearance.
Sometimes the size and shape of a woman’s breasts can make her figure look unbalanced. Breast augmentation can correct asymmetry to create a more balanced physique and provide a natural and beautiful breast shape.
Women with small breasts may feel their bust is a source of embarrassment and self-consciousness. Breast augmentation will not only enhance the size and shape of the breasts, but it will also provide women with their desired results and boost their confidence.
Ideal candidates for breast augmentation are in good overall health, are non-smokers, and have realistic expectations for their results.
If you want to discuss your candidacy with a double board-certified plastic surgeon, schedule a consultation with Dr. Hung today by calling 626-432-5032.
Breast augmentation is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis.
The first step in your journey is a consultation. During this appointment, Dr. Hung will review your medical history, including medical conditions, allergies, medications, and previous medical treatments. The two of you will discuss whether you have a family history of breast cancer, as well as go over the results of previous mammograms. He will also examine and measure your breasts, including a detailed analysis of their size, shape, and placement of the nipple-areolar complex. Your “before” photos will be taken in a private and comfortable setting, and you and Dr. Hung will discuss your options for this highly customizable procedure. Finally, Dr. Hung will create a surgical plan for you, provide pre-operative instructions, and set an appointment for surgery. This is an excellent time to discuss any questions or concerns you have about your procedure.
Dr. Hung uses silicone and saline implants, depending on your needs and goals.
Incisions are made in inconspicuous locations to help minimize any visible scarring. Dr. Hung will determine which incision best suits your desired outcome during your consultation. Incision location options include:
The placement of your implants will depend on your aesthetic goals.
Submuscular
Subglandular
Combining procedures is an excellent way to achieve a stunning transformation and combine recovery times. Common procedures performed alongside breast augmentation include:
Following your breast augmentation, a compression garment will be placed around the treated area to protect your new contours and minimize swelling. Swelling and bruising will occur but should dissipate in a few days. Make sure to avoid any strenuous activities for at least four weeks. You may return to work a few days after your surgery unless instructed otherwise by Dr. Hung.
You can expect long-lasting to permanent results following your surgery. Breast augmentation will enhance the size and shape of your breasts, keeping them looking youthful for many years.
The FDA approves the use of breast implants for ten years. Still, most patients enjoy their results for much longer, provided they maintain regular check-up appointments to monitor that their implants are functioning properly.
The visibility of your scars will vary based on the incision technique used during your procedure. Any visible scarring can be hidden with clothing and will likely fade within several months to a year. Silicone strips and gel can promote ideal wound healing and minimize scarring. Lymphatic massage is another excellent strategy for improving healing and decreasing scarring.
Should any discomfort occur, Dr. Hung will prescribe medication to help alleviate the pain.
Breast augmentation cost varies significantly depending on the specifics of the procedure, your choice of implants, your geographical region, and standard surgical fees and factors.
The cost of your breast augmentation will include:
A double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Hung is highly experienced and technically skilled. Throughout his career, he has performed hundreds of breast augmentation procedures. His expertise in reconstructive surgery gives him a unique approach to aesthetic surgery. Patients also love his cheerful staff and regularly report how comfortable they feel, knowing they are in good hands with a knowledgeable and kind surgeon.
View our gallery of before and after photos for examples of Dr. Hung’s previous work.
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Women of all ages consider breast augmentation; however, the reasoning for the procedure often changes with the age of the patient and what they are looking to correct. Breast augmentation addresses many concerns. It can be used to correct genetic asymmetry (when one breast is significantly and noticeably larger than the other), enhance naturally small breasts, and restore volume after weight loss, pregnancy, or the natural aging process.
Women may be candidates for breast augmentation if they agree with any of the above. Additionally, a candidate for breast augmentation should be:
Breast implants last for many years — or even decades — however, they cannot be expected to last forever. Unforeseen complications and normal wear-and-tear may mean that implants will need to be replaced at some point. Additionally, many women choose to undergo breast lift surgery later in life (if their breast augmentation was performed when young) to address breast sagging.
The most popular way of performing breast augmentation is through an incision in the armpit. With this method, no incisions are made on the breast or into the breast tissue. The incision is about one inch in length and heals in a small, inconspicuous fold in the armpit.
Your breast augmentation procedure will be performed on an outpatient basis using either local sedation or general anesthesia and can take at least two hours depending on your desired results.
As with all surgical procedures, there are some risks and side effects associated with breast augmentation. These include:
Before and After Photos - individual results may vary
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