Enhancing Your Breasts With Implants
Breasts come in all shapes and sizes, but some women may want larger breasts for a variety of reasons, such as wanting to fill out clothing better or improve their body image after weight loss. At AMG Plastic Surgery, our board certified surgeon provides breast augmentation services in Herndon, VA.
Why Women Want Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that enlarges the breasts using breast implants. It is usually performed to enlarge a woman’s breasts by inserting an implant behind each breast. With the help of breast implants, this procedure increases breast size and shape and gives the breasts a fuller, more symmetrical appearance. Herndon, VA dual board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Amir Ghaznavi is highly trained in implementing this procedure and performs many procedures year-round. When you have your consultation at AMG Plastic Surgery, Dr. Ghaznavi will address your aesthetic desires and concerns and provide you with all of the choices available, while also tailoring a treatment plan to exceed your personal goals.
Breast augmentation is a relatively safe and popular procedure that can give women a more voluptuous figure and boost their self-confidence. If you’re considering getting surgery, be sure to research your options and consult with our surgeon to discuss whether this procedure is right for them.
Some of the reasons women seek breast augmentation include:
- Believe they can improve their appearance with larger breasts
- Lost volume in their breasts after having children
- Lost volume after experiencing weight fluctuations
- Restore their breasts to their former size
- Enhance their appearance
I had an arm lift and a breast lift after weight loss, and I’m very pleased with the results. I’ve felt completely supported and well cared for this entire journey, and would absolutely recommend this practice to anyone seeking a good plastic surgeon.
FDA-Approved Gel Implants By Sientra®
Like with any major surgery, complications can occur with breast augmentation. Common complications include capsular contracture (the forming of scar tissue around the implant), rupture and infection. Using high-quality, FDA-approved implants help reduce complication rates.
At AMG Plastic Surgery in Herndon, VA, we are proud to use Sientra® silicone gel implants. Results of a 10-year clinical study showed Sientra® to be among the safest gel implant options available, with some of the lowest complication rates—including reoperation and implant rupture rates. Designed to hold their shape while maintaining a remarkably soft feel, Sientra® implants offer advantages in comfort and longevity in addition to their many safety benefits. With two surface types, over 340 implant options, and 5 project levels, patients enjoy versatile options to choose from to achieve their perfect look. Sientra® implants are backed by a Platinum 20™ year warranty—compared to the traditional 10-year warranty most implant brands offer—which provides the longest length of coverage, most financial assistance and least restrictions of implants in the industry.
Choosing Your Implant
Best implants vary in type, size and shape. Your perfect implant for you will depend on factors such as your body type, the amount of existing breast tissue, and your personal aesthetic preferences. With so many choices to pick from, choosing your implant can seem daunting at first. Personalized consultations with our board certified surgeon in Herndon, VA will help you ultimately make the choice that is best for you. During these considerations, it is important to ask any questions you may have and to thoroughly understand the procedure before making a decision.
Type
There are two main types of breast implants: silicone and saline. Silicone implants are made of a shell filled with silicone gel, while saline implants are made of a shell filled with a saline solution.
Silicone implants are often considered to be more natural-feeling than saline implants because the gel feels more like natural breast tissue. Traditionally, they can also be more prone to complications, such as leakage or rupture, which can require additional surgery to repair.
Saline implants, on the other hand, are less likely to leak or rupture, but they can sometimes result in a more unnatural-feeling breast. Additionally, if a saline implant leaks or ruptures, the saline solution is safely absorbed by the body.
Both types of implants come in different shapes, sizes, and textures, and can be placed either above or below the chest muscle. The best type and placement for each patient will depend on their unique body type, goals, and preferences.
Shape
Breast implants are available in two main shapes—round and teardrop. Round implants are circular in shape and have a uniform profile. Teardrop implants, also known as anatomic implants, are shaped like a natural breast and are tapered at the bottom to mimic the natural slope of the breast.
Surface
Breast implants can be either smooth or microtextured. Smooth breast implants have a smooth, uniform surface, while microtextured implants have a surface with tiny indentations, or “microtextures.”
Projection
Implant projection refers to how far an implant protrudes from the chest wall. Breast implants are available in different levels of projection, from low to high, to your goals and body type. The level of projection that is best for a particular person will depend on factors such as the size and shape of their chest, the amount of existing breast tissue and their personal preferences.
What Breast Augmentation Involves
Breast augmentation usually involves inserting a silicone or saline implant behind each breast to increase fullness and projection in the upper poles of the breasts. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia or local anesthetic (similar to having dental work done) and takes about two hours.
To perform the surgery, the surgeon will make an incision in the breast crease and will place a saline filled implant or silicon filled implant between a chest wall and the breast tissue. There are different types of incisions that can be used for breast implant surgery. The most common incisions are made in the crease under the breast, around the areola, or in the armpit. Then the incisions are then closed with sutures that look like shoelaces.
Recovery From Breast Augmentation
The typical recovery time for the surgery is about one week. However, your specific recovery time may vary depending on the type of surgery that you undergo and the extent of the surgery. During your recovery, it is important to follow your surgeon’s instructions carefully to ensure a safe and speedy recovery. Some of the common side effects of the surgery include swelling, bruising, and pain. These symptoms typically subside within a few weeks.
Why Choose A Board Certified Doctor For Breast Augmentation?
If you are considering breast augmentation surgery, you want to know that your surgeon has the skills and knowledge to provide the absolute best results. Dr. Ghaznavi, of AMG Plastic Surgery, is double board certified in general surgery and plastic surgery. As the name suggests, double board certified means that he has completed multiple extensive levels of training and passed all-encompassing exams to obtain two certifications. By achieving this combination of broad certifications, Dr. Ghaznavi has the training to take patient care to the highest level utilizing the latest techniques, tools, and devices. Surgery is not right for everyone, and with his knowledge and experience, Dr. Ghaznavi will help patients in Herndon, VA determine what treatment plan works best for their breast augmentation goals.
Meet Dr. AMIR GHAZNAVI
Dr. Amir Mahan Ghaznavi is a dual board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Northern Virginia and the founder of AMG Plastic Surgery. Dr. Ghaznavi chose plastic surgery to fuse his passion for aesthetics in art with the practice of functional surgery. Dr. Ghaznavi believes these two aspects go hand-in-hand in creating a holistic approach to surgery. His “E3 philosophy” of Empathy, Expertise, and Education permeates his practice. He lives to empathize with his patients needs, while demonstrating expertise in surgical skill and educating his patients to make the most informed decisions about their medical care.
Can I Combine Breast Augmentation With Another Procedure?
Combining breast augmentation with other procedures is a common practice in plastic surgery. This can be done to achieve a more comprehensive result or to address multiple concerns at once. For example, a patient who is unhappy with the size and shape of their breasts may choose to undergo breast augmentation at the same time as a breast lift to address sagging and improve the overall appearance of the breasts.
Additionally, breast augmentation at AMG Plastic Surgery in Herndon, VA can be combined with other procedures such as tummy tuck or liposuction to enhance the overall contour of the body. This is often done in cases in which a patient has lost a significant amount of weight and has excess skin or fat in the abdominal area.
It is important to carefully consider the potential risks and complications of undergoing multiple procedures at the same time. This can include a longer recovery time and an increased risk of complications such as infection or blood clots. It is always best to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ghaznavi to discuss your options and determine the best course of treatment for you. A qualified surgeon can help you understand the potential benefits and risks of combining procedures and help you make an informed decision.
