Breast Enlargement

Breast enlargement is among the most commonly performed procedures. A saltwater or silicone implant is inserted into the breast under the chest muscle. After surgery, your breasts will appear fuller and more shapely. Incision scars fade over time and are barely visible. The procedures are safe and efficient.

Correcting size or shape differences in breasts (asymmetrical breasts) is another one of my specialties and there many procedures that we can discuss to fix this problem.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I decide on the correct size and type of implant to get?

Height, weight, chest diameter and existing breast size all play a role in choosing your implant size. The best way for you to know is to have a consultation, try on a breast sizer and look at photos of patients with similar body types. Here’s a quick test you can perform at home. Put some rice into a measuring cup then pour it into a stocking. Put this into your bra and try it on. Add more rice until you reach the amount of volume you are hoping to achieve. Then bring it into me and we’ll find the appropriate implant.

What about the controversy between saline and silicone implants?

In the last few years silicone implants have been re-engineered and today both silicone and saline (salt water) implants are safe and FDA approved and feel soft to the touch. I use both and upon consultation, we’ll decide what’s best for you.

What are the best places for the incision so I get the least scarring?

There are four places typically used: under the breast, around the areola, under the armpit and through the belly button. I perform all techniques except the belly button because there is a higher level of risk involved.

Where are the implants placed?

You have two options: One technique creates a pocket between the breast tissue and muscle. This reduces post-operative swelling and pain but the chance of scarring is more likely and if you have small breasts the edges of the implant may show through the skin.

The second option is to create a pocket below the muscle. You’ll get better long-term results but there may be more post-operative pain.