Breast Augmentation
Serving patients in Avon, Farmington, and Greater Hartford, CT
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Why Choose Youthful Images Aesthetics for Breast Augmentation?
Everybody is beautiful. Still, most of us have areas we wouldn't mind enhancing, given the chance. At Youthful Images, we are passionate about helping you embrace new levels of confidence with plastic surgery that enhances your one-of-a-kind beauty. Our approach to breast surgery is built on a commitment to care that exceeds expectations. With decades of experience and expertise in the most innovative surgical techniques, our board-eligible and board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Felice and Dr. Karcutskie, are a natural choice for patients seeking breast augmentation in Avon, CT.
Whether you're looking to restore breast volume lost after pregnancy or weight loss or simply want to achieve more ample proportions, our expertise in breast augmentation (augmentation mammoplasty) can help you make your aesthetic goals a reality. Learn more about our modern approach below, or schedule a breast augmentation patient consultation with Dr. Felice or Dr. Karcutskie to explore how we can personalize this procedure to your individual needs.
Breast Augmentation at a Glance
- Benefits: The breast augmentation procedure is tailored to help you meet your unique goals for enhanced breast breast size and contours.
- Breast Implant Options: Saline implants and cohesive silicone gel implants (gummy bear implants).
- Downtime: 1-2 weeks of reduced activity; 4-6 weeks before resuming strenuous exercise
- Procedure Duration: Typically lasts 1-2 hours.
- Results: Breast implant surgery offers long-lasting results, often 15 years or longer
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What is breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgery in the United States. Advancements in breast implants and cosmetic surgery techniques have transformed breast augmentation into an incredibly versatile procedure. With options like silicone breast implants, saline implants, and gummy bear implants, patients can choose the method that best fits their desired look and body type. Our modern surgical techniques allow for more precise breast implant placement and minimal scarring, enhancing both the aesthetic results and the longevity of the outcome. Our breast augmentation options help you achieve the balanced, shapely figure of your dreams for a big boost in confidence.
Types of Breast Implants
We work with a full range of breast implants, providing maximum versatility when designing your procedure. Your surgeon will work with you to create a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Breast Implant Materials
- Cohesive Gel Implants: Provide flexibility in shape from low to moderate to high profiles. The gel is crosslinked to prevent migration.
- Saline Implant: Filled with sterile saltwater, saline breast implants are adjusted for size during surgery. If they rupture, the body safely absorbs the saline solution.
- Gummy Bear Implant: Gummy bear breast implants are made with a thicker, more cohesive silicone gel, these implants hold their shape better and have a firmer feel than traditional silicone breast implants.
Breast Implant Shapes
- Round Implants: Round breast implants provide more fullness at the top of the breast, creating a rounded and lifted appearance. They are a popular choice for patients seeking a noticeable enhancement.
- Teardrop (Anatomical) Implants: Shaped to resemble the natural slope of the breast, with more volume at the bottom. Teardrop implants are designed to give a more natural look, especially suited for patients seeking a subtle augmentation.
Breast Implant Textures
- Smooth Breast Implants: These have a soft outer shell that moves naturally with the breast tissue, resulting in a more natural feel. Smooth implants are less likely to cause rippling under the skin.
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
Our surgeons also specialize in fat transfer breast augmentation , offering an alternative to breast implant surgery. This innovative technique provides a more modest size increase using your own fat through a process known as autologous fat grafting, which harvests fat from another area of the body, like the thighs or abdomen, to be inserted in the breasts. The fat transfer technique allows for precision shaping and contouring and offers long-lasting results. Your plastic surgeon will help you explore your options to select the best breast augmentation method for you.
Advanced Techniques for Elegant Results
What is the breast augmentation procedure like?
On the day you undergo breast augmentation surgery, you’ll be welcomed by our caring team before being prepared for the procedure. The surgery begins with anesthesia to ensure your comfort. Dr. Felice or Dr. Karcutskie will then make a small incision, often in the fold under the breast, around the areola, or along the armpit, depending on your personalized treatment plan.
Next, the plastic surgeon carefully places the chosen breast implants (silicone or saline) into a pocket either under the breast tissue or the chest muscle. This step, known as implant insertion, is performed with precision to ensure optimal symmetry and a natural-looking result. The incisions are then closed with sutures, and the area is dressed to support the healing process.
Confident Curves
What are the benefits of breast augmentation?
- Enhanced Appearance: Increases breast size, improves shape, and boosts self-confidence.
- Restored Volume: Particularly beneficial for women who have lost breast volume after pregnancy or significant weight loss.
- Customizable Options: Choose from silicone gel implants, saline implants, or fat transfer to achieve your desired look.
- Minimal Scarring: Incisions are strategically placed to reduce visible scar tissue.
- Long-lasting Results: Results are durable, with many patients enjoying their enhanced appearance for years to come.
Planning Your Breast Augmentation Journey
Am I a candidate for breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation candidates may seek enhancement for a variety of reasons, including loss of volume due to aging or pregnancy or a desire to achieve a more ample breast size. Women who are dissatisfied with the appearance of sagging breasts may benefit from combining breast implant surgery with a breast lift for a comprehensive lift and volume increase. Whatever your needs, our surgeons can help you design a procedure tailored to you.
Candidates for cosmetic surgery must be in general good health and non-smokers, or willing to quit smoking before surgery, and are individuals in good overall health who want to enhance their breast size or restore volume to their breasts. It's important to discuss any medical conditions with your plastic surgeon during the consultation. Those with specific health concerns, such as certain autoimmune disorders, may need to consider alternative options.
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Breast Augmentation Recovery
After breast augmentation surgery, most patients can return to work and light activities within 1-2 weeks. Full recovery continues over the next few months as the breast tissue settles into optimal position. Patients can expect some swelling and discomfort in the days following surgery, which can be managed with prescribed medications. Your plastic surgeon will provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery and check the progress of your healing at follow-up visits.
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Breast Augmentation Results
As post-operating swelling diminishes, your implants and breast tissue will settle into optimal position. Enhancing your breast size and shape can create a more proportional and aesthetically pleasing silhouette. The results of breast augmentation surgery are long-lasting, allowing you to enjoy your new look for years into the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Breast implants typically last 10 to 20 years. Some patients may need replacements sooner due to factors like implant rupture, capsular contracture, or changes in breast tissue. Your surgeon will discuss these complications and how to monitor your breasts over time to ensure the best result.
Silicone implants are filled with a silicone gel that mimics the feel of natural breast tissue, while saline implants contain a sterile saltwater solution that is safely absorbed by the body in case of a leak. Silicone breast implants and gummy bear implants are known for their natural feel and appearance. On the other hand, saline implants are filled after being placed in the breast pocket, allowing for a smaller surgical incision. Your surgeon will help you understand the benefits of each type of breast implant so that you can make informed choices about your breast augmentation procedure.
Yes, combining breast augmentation surgery with a breast lift is common for patients who want to enhance their breast size while also lifting and reshaping sagging breasts.
While breast implant surgery is generally considered safe, every surgery carries some inherent risks. Risks specific to breast augmentation include implant rupture and the formation of scar tissue around the breast implant, which can cause a condition called capsular contracture. Another condition, known as breast implant illness, refers to a range of symptoms some women have experienced in relation to their breast implants. Breast implant illness is not widely understood but may have to do with a patient’s individual physiological response to the implants. Regular breast exams can help detect any issues, ensuring timely treatment.
Many women can breastfeed successfully after undergoing breast augmentation surgery. However, it's important to understand that breast augmentation could impact breastfeeding. It depends on the type of surgery and breast implant placement. Discuss any future plans to breastfeed with Dr. Felice or Dr. Karcutskie so you can learn about the advantages of different surgical approaches.
Patients are generally advised to avoid strenuous exercise for about 4-6 weeks following breast augmentation to prevent complications and ensure proper healing.
Fat transfer breast augmentation offers an alternative to the breast implant procedure. Also known as fat grafting breast augmentation, this technique involves using liposuction to remove fat from other areas of the body, which is then purified and injected into the breasts for a natural enhancement.
While implants do not have a set expiration date, it’s essential to monitor their condition and have regular check-ups with your plastic surgeon to decide if a replacement is necessary.
