Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that can enhance your figure by enlarging and reshaping your breasts.
If you have concerns about breast size but desire smaller, natural-looking breasts, our board-certified plastic surgeon may recommend breast reduction surgery. Our expert medical team will guide you through the process and support you every step of the way.
Some questions that potential breast augmentation clients have include:
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How do I know if I’m a good candidate?
You can consider yourself a good candidate for breast surgery if you are physically and emotionally healthy while having realistic expectations about what breast enhancement can do for you. Additionally, you should be committed to regularly attending follow-up appointments with your plastic surgeon to monitor healing and adjust the implants if necessary.
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How many procedures do you have to repeat?
You should not need additional surgeries unless you have problems with the implant or elective replacement of the implant under a different set of circumstances, such as breast cancer or a change in appearance desired by the patient.
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What type of implants should I choose?
There are two main types: silicone and saline .
Saline implants are filled with a sterile solution, either salt water or sterile salt water mixed with lidocaine (an anesthetic used to numb the skin). Saline implants feel more natural than silicone because they move slightly when you do. They also feel more natural when the implant deflates for whatever reason — it doesn’t go flat but simply deflates and feels like a normal breast does when it goes through changes, such as during menstrual cycles or as a woman ages.
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What are the recovery steps and what is the down time?
The recovery process varies depending on the type of surgery you are having and if you have had breast implants before. Most patients return to work in 2-3 weeks and resume all normal activities in 4-6 weeks. For a breast augmentation patient, this means that they may return to light household duties around three days after surgery with no physical activity.
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When can I drive?
After a breast augmentation, many patients are able to drive within 3 or 4 days after surgery as they feel comfortable.
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When will the scars completely go away?
Scars that are made during breast augmentation surgery are permanent. However, plastic surgeons who specialize in breast surgery and work specifically with a team of skilled nurses are able to place the incisions in areas that are very inconspicuous.
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How much does it cost?
The typical cost for a breast augmentation is around $4,500-$5,000 for saline implants and $6,500-$7,000 for silicone implants. The costs vary based on geographic location, surgeon fees and hospital charges.
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Do breast implants feel different to touch to a man?
The feeling of the breast depends largely on the implant used and the incision procedure. Some women feel that it is more natural when the implant feels firmer because it moves with the rest of their breast. Silicone implants are firmer and feel more like a natural breast.
Women might have a preference for silicone gel implants because they feel more like flesh as opposed to saline, which feels slightly harder due to salt water.
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How long does a breast augmentation last?
Breast implants will last the rest of a woman’s life, though some women choose to have them removed after time.
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Are there any health risks?
As with any surgery, there are risks including infection, bleeding and injury to the breast tissue. To minimize your risk, tell our board-certified plastic surgeon about your health history — especially if you have a medical condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
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Do your nipples still get hard after breast implants?
Yes, the nipples continue to get hard after breast augmentation surgery.
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How soon will they look real?
Immediately after surgery, your breasts will appear larger and firmer due to swelling. Within 2-3 weeks swelling goes down and you should see final results.
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Can I breastfeed after breast implants?
Yes, breastfeeding is possible with implants.
If you have more questions regarding breast implants or are interested in getting a quote for breast implants in New Jersey you should visit our site to receive more information.
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