What Is a Breast Augmentation Procedure?

One of the most requested cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the United States is breast augmentation. Recent estimates released by The Aesthetic Society show that over 365,000 Americans choose to change their breast shape or size in some way each year. Get advice for choosing the right surgeon for your upcoming breast augmentation procedure and make time to schedule a consultation with Dr. Paul Fischer at Milford Medical and Aesthetic Care in Milford, CT.

What Is a Breast Augmentation Procedure?

In the cosmetic industry, an augmentation is a procedure that changes the size or contours of a body part using an implant. In the case of breast augmentation also known as an augmentation mammaplasty, the implantation device contains a saline or silicone solution. In some cases, the doctor may recommend augmentation using a fat transfer instead. To complete this surgery, an incision is made either beneath the breast, around the areolas, or near the armpits.

Types of Breast Augmentation

You and your doctor will discuss your desired outcomes for modifying the appearance of your breasts at length before the surgery is scheduled. These are the most common types of breast augmentation procedures:

• Breast enlargement or enhancement surgery using implants.
• Breast size reduction (removal or replacement of implants).
• A modification procedure to change the shape, position, or orientation of the breasts and nipples.

Advice for Choosing the Right Surgeon

As common as breast augmentation surgery is in the United States, it’s still wise to take your time when choosing the right surgeon. Create a list of questions to ask the potential surgeon in advance and take the time to review the size options you will feel most comfortable with. Confirm with your doctor whether saline or silicone implants will be used for the procedure, and the benefits and potential downsides of each option. It’s also helpful to bring a trusted friend with you to the initial consultation for support and to do research.

Schedule an Initial Consultation

When you have decided to have your breasts cosmetically improved to your desired size, start the process by discussing it with Dr. Fischer. Call (203) 301-5860 today to schedule a breast augmentation consultation at his office at Milford Medical and Aesthetic Care in Milford, CT.