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Breast Augmentation
Breast Implants
Augmentation mammaplasty (breast
augmentation) is a surgical operation performed performed by a plastic
surgeon to enlarge the breasts for a number of reasons: 1) To enhance the
body contour of a woman, who for personal reasons feels that her breast
size is too small. 2) To correct a loss in breast volume after pregnancy.
3) To balance breast size, when there exists a significant difference
between the size of the breasts. 4) As a reconstructive technique for
various conditions.
The shape and size of the breasts prior to
surgery will influence both the recommended treatment and the final
results. Gary Alter, MD will discuss breast implant size and shape with
your during your consultation.
Silicone gel-filled breast implants are
available for some conditions within a study protocol supervised by the
United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Saline-filled breast
implants are still widely available for cosmetic breast augmentation.
Breast enlargement is accomplished by
inserting a breast implant either behind the breast tissue or under the
chest muscles. Incisions are made to keep scars as inconspicuous as
possible, usually under the breast, around the lower part of the areola,
or in the armpit. The method of inserting and positioning breast implants
will depend on your preferences, your anatomy and Board Certified Plastic
Surgeon, Gary Alter, MD's recommendation.
Breast Enlargement (augmentation) Example 1: 39 year old female underwent saline breast implants placed under her chest muscles. A periareolar (along the border of the
areola and skin) incision was used.
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Breast Enlargement (augmentation
with breast implants) Example 2: 41 year old female underwent saline breast implants placed under her chest muscles. A periareolar (along the border of the areola and
skin) incision was used.
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More Examples >>
If you have any questions about breast enlargement /
breast implants or any other plastic surgery procedures please feel free
to contact Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Gary Alter, MD, at his
Manhattan, New York or Beverly Hills California office.
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