Breast augmentation surgery usually takes 1 to 2 hours. This, of course varies from person to person. And sometimes even varies based on the breast incision location (areola, axilla - armpit, inframammary fold, TUBA, umbilicus), breast implant type, resting location of the breast implant, and bleeding that may occur in the breast tissues or chest wall. You will be asleep during your breast augmentation surgery; it is done under a general anesthetic.

The possible side effects of breast augmentation surgery include, but are not limited to: temporary breast soreness, swelling, change in nipple sensation, bruising. Breasts may be sensitive to stimulation for a few weeks.

The risks of include, but are not limited to: bleeding, infection, capsular contracture (the formation of scar tissue around the implant), increased or decreased sensitivity of nipples or skin, possible different technique needed for mammography, some women have reported symptoms similar to those of immune disorders, there may be a need to surgically remove or replace the implants required to treat problems such as deflation and capsular contracture. There are also the risks of anesthesia.

It's our preferences to have our patients wait about 1 month after breast augmentation to engage in sexual activity. The breasts may be sore and sensitive to touch for about 3 weeks.

Breast surgery can sometimes affect the anatomy of the breast, so you and your baby should be followed closely at first to make sure you are physically able to make enough milk. It's a good idea to see a lactation consultant early. Sometimes women who have had breast surgery need to supplement with formula.

Plastic surgery to enlarge breasts does not usually prevent breastfeeding. However, plastic surgery to reduce breast size is more likely to interfere with breastfeeding, especially if the nipples have been moved and milk ducts have been cut. Many women who have had this type of surgery are still able to breastfeed. Make sure that your doctor and your baby’s doctor know about your surgery, because your baby will need to be closely watched to make sure he or she is getting enough breastmilk.

Most women are candidates for some type of immediate breast reconstruction. Since reconstruction is an additional major surgery, women should be carefully evaluated to understand all the risks and benefits. Multiple studies have shown tremendous psychological benefits to women who have immediate breast reconstruction.

No, breast augmentation surgery is usually an outpatient (same day surgery) procedure. If there are complications which arise with the surgery, a hospital admission would be considered. The answer to this question might be different if the breast procedure was combined with other surgeries such as liposuction for body contouring, and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). If the surgeries take a long time and there's a risk of post operative blood loss. There may be a hospital stay involved.

The duration of the results varies from person to person. Implants may require removal or replacement. Some last a lifetime. Others will leak and require replacement. And other will shift. There are many things that could happen. Your surgeon can discuss with you ways to protect your breast implants to make them last as long as possible.

After breast augmentation surgery, you will not be able to jog or run usually for 4 weeks. If the implant is placed under the muscle, you will be able to do isolated extremity exercises except bench presses, right away. If the implants are placed in the subglandular position (above the muscle), the only exercise restrictions are jogging and running for four weeks. Subglandular means over the chest muscle (pectoralis major muscle), but under the breast tissue.

No, insurance does not pay for breast augmentation surgery. Reconstruction for breast cancer, on the other hand is usually paid for by insurance companies. You will need to refrain from swimming/"hot tubbing" for 4 week after your breast augmentation surgery.

This is certainly a personal issue. It is best to wait at least one month before manipulating the breasts. You can start a gentle massage of the breasts in the first week and this can be incorporated into a personal relationship. Avoid lying on your chest or having your partner lie directly on your chest for at least one month postoperatively.

Yes. The ducts of the breasts are still attached to the nipple complex and nothing was altered during your breast augmentation surgery. If you had a breast lift (Mastopexy) the nipple may have been lifted and adjusted. Still the connection to the nipple was not altered. If you had a breast reduction, on the other hand, you may not be able to breast feed. Depending on the amount of tissue removed and the technique used, the nipple may not be functional after this type of surgery.

There are two kinds of "breast cancer." Cancer in situ--DCIS--can be treated with just surgery under certain circumstances. Invasive breast cancer (which is what most people mean when they say breast cancer) is generally treated with several modalities. For early stage breast cancer, modified radical mastectomy (surgery) is effective treatment. Breast conserving therapy (surgery plus radiation to the breast) is also effective and increasingly preferred.

Her consultations for breast augmentation surgery is very detailed, it can last from 1 hour to 1.5 hours. This is direct one-on-one contact with Dr. Tammy Wu, the Plastic Surgeon. We do not have any exclusive contracts with any of the breast implant makers (such as Mentor or Allergan/Inamed). She only chooses with our patients what is considered the best breast implant for the patient and her unique goals - without regard to breast implant contracts or quotas.

Yes. You may still qualify for the Targit Trial if you have had a lumpectomy within the past 4 weeks for invasive breast cancer. To determine if you are eligible, you will need to be evaluated by a surgeon and radiation oncologist at USC. This evaluation will include physical examination, review of your mammograms and ultrasound, and review of your pathology results.

Some women who have had three to four incisions for fibrocystic breast disease may have some damage to collection ducts, but this rarely interferes with breast-feeding. Breast reduction surgery may be a problem, because the surgical techniques done in the past. destroyed some of the duct system. Most breast implants are placed under the breast tissue, where they should not interfere with breast-feeding.

If the procedure is deemed medically necessary because of neck or back pain, some insurance plans will cover it. They usually require that a minimum amount of fat be removed to qualify, often in the range of 500 grams (the equivalent of 1.1 pounds), depending on height and weight. The doctor usually must write a "predetermination letter" to the insurance company beforehand to confirm that it will be covered.

In many cases the milk ducts leading to the nipple are cut during breast reduction surgery. However, some women find that they can breast-feed after surgery, at least partially. Most need to supplement their breast milk with formula.

Your breast implants surgeon will examine your breasts and perhaps take photographs for your medical record. He or she will consider such factors as the size and shape of your breasts, the quality of your skin and the placement of your nipples and areolas (the pigmented skin surrounding the nipples). If your breasts are sagging, a breast lift may be recommended in conjunction with augmentation. You should come to the consultation prepared to discuss your medical history.

A Yes! Depending upon the type of surgery that was performed, most women can produce some amount of milk. Every drop is greatly beneficial for your baby. Breast reduction surgery tends to affect lactation capability the most, although augmentation, lift, diagnostic, and nipple surgeries also can reduce the amount of milk a mother can make.

Tamoxifen. Tamoxifen is a medicine that blocks the effect of estrogen on breast cancer cells and normal breast cells. Tamoxifen lowers the risk of breast cancer in women who have an increased risk of this disease. But, this medicine may also increase the risk of some other serious diseases, including endometrial cancer, stroke, and blood clots in veins and in the lungs.

During breast augmentation surgery, breast implants are inserted into a pocket behind the breast tissues, positioned beneath the nipples and the incision closed with stitches. The surgery is usually performed on an outpatient basis and takes one to two hours to complete. Patients are usually given general anesthesia, which allows them to sleep throughout the entire procedure.

Breast reduction surgery, medically referred to as reduction mammaplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure intended to reduce large breasts as well as to make them more symmetrical and proportioned to the rest of the body. The best candidates for breast reduction surgery are women whose breasts have fully developed and who are experiencing physical discomfort due to their breast size.

Breast reduction surgery can remedy a number of problems associated with enlarged breasts, including : back and neck pain, shoulder strain, poor posture, skin irritation and infection, shortness of breath, difficulty participating in sports or other recreational activities, difficulty fitting clothes, social/sexual embarrassment.

After surgery, your breast area will be wrapped in gauze and an elastic bandage or surgical bra . You will have to continue wearing the bra/bandage even after the gauze has been removed, which usually happens several days after the breast reduction surgery. For several weeks to several months, you can expect to experience soreness and swelling while your breasts heal. Patients can usually resume work and other activities between one and six weeks after the surgery , depending on the individual.

Breast Enhancement surgery is an outpatient procedure that is performed under a general anesthesia. The introduction of saline filled implants allowed for a smaller incision, often less than just one inch underneath the breast and above the crease where it is well hidden. Some breast augmentation incisions are made by the lower edge of the areola, and incisions made within the armpit leaves no visible scars.