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What can I expect from breast augmentation plastic surgery? How long will the procedure last?

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Breast augmentation works

Breast augmentation is one of the greatest plastic surgery operations out there. It enhances all of the features of your breasts by placing an implant under the pectoral muscle thus avoiding your breast tissues so you can still breast feed if interested. It is all done through a small 4cm incision and the recovery lasts about a week at which point you can return to most of your activities. The results will last as long as the implant lasts. FDA recommends we exchange implants at around... more

Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

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Rapid recovery after breast augmentation - what to expect after surgery

Breast Augmentation is outpatient surgery. It generally procedure takes usually less than one hour. After surgery, you may experience some mild soreness that should be easily managed with one-two pain pills every 6 hours as needed. Usually, my patients do not require pain medications beyond 2-3 days. After surgery you will have swelling in the upper pole of your breast. This swelling resolves over 2-3 weeks. I recommend no heavy lifting or strenuous activity... more

C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation length of surgery

The length of time is takes to perform a breast augmentation varies based on a number of variables. First, and foremost is the experience of the plastic surgeon. Second, is whether or not additional procedures are being performed at the same time such as a lift. Lastly, a patient's anatomy and the approach can play a role in the length of the procedure. Typically, a breast augmentation performed alone, can take anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours. ... more

Kelly Gallego, MD

Sioux City Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation takes about 45 minutes and has a varying degree of post-op pain.

Breast augmentation is a simple and safe operation. The pain depends on placement of the implant. If it is placed above the muscle, the pain is minimal. Placement below the muscle is more painful, most patients stating that the chest feels excessively "tight". The procedure takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Full athletic activity is allowed in one month.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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Rapid Recovery After Breast Augmentation Surgery

You should be able to have a rapid recovery after breast augmentation surgery. Ask your plastic surgeon about the experience that his/her patients have and ask around. I know exactly what my patients go through because I ask them to report on their experience anonymously every quarter for quality control. My patients have a very rapid recovery and return to work in 1-4 days typically with many patients never taking any pain medication and most reporting that it is... more

Richard H. Fryer, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation is by far the most common procedure performed at my practice. On average the procedure takes about an hour and a half. Things like the type if implant used (saline v. silicone) and where the incision will be (under the muscle, above the muscle, through the belly button, through the underarm) affect the time minimally. When it comes to recovery, all women are different. People have different pain thresholds and heeling times. I know women who have a breast augmentation... more

Joseph G. Bauer, MD

Alpharetta Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Augmentation Duration

The surgical time is generally 1 1/2 to 2 hours depending on the placement of implants. The duration of the implants varies considerably as each patient is different depending on their lifestyle and activity level. The breast implants tend to last 10 -15 years with gel implants lasting longer than saline. We have patients who are happy 20 years after surgery. Leakage may occcur with saline implants in 3 - 6 years after surgery.

Kris M. Reddy, MD

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

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What can I expect & how long will it last with breast augmentation

Women choose to have breast augmentation for a number of reasons, but the most common reasons are for increased volume (size) and a better overall shape. You can expect to increase your beast size with breast augmentation, and often times even out uneven sized and shaped breasts. But most women will "augment" or increase the size of the breasts and maintain the shape that they already have. You ask "how long will it last?" Many women have breast... more

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Amy T. Bandy, DO

Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

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Longevity of breast implants depends upon the patient and implant

Longevity with saline implants is less than ten years since the saline filled implants have a tendency to leak after 3 - 6 years. The implant companies suggest that you replace them at 10 years. Silicone implants should be replaced at 22 years since the body begins to form calcification in the surrounding scar tissue. No harm to this but the breast can become a little firmer when this happens.

Gary H. Manchester, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Enlargement

It really depends on you and the surgeon's experiencve and where the implant is placed. Under the muscle will be more painful than on top but in either case you should be up and about in a couple of days and full activity after two weeks.

Edward J. Domanskis, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation surgery and recovery

We women are incredibly aware of our breast appearance-- maybe even more than men are. Breasts are sexual and sensual, a big part of what makes us women, and they can dictate our sense of attractiveness and desirability (for better or worse). Many women embrace this procedure because it carries little risk of complication and because an implant can be inserted through a tiny incision and is a quick, nearly scarless operation. There are various factors regarding how you want your breasts... more

Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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Info about breast implats.

1) This is the most common type of question on RealSelf. 2) It is the surgeon's job to pick the right breast implants, not the patient's. Implant selection is really pretty technical. 3) Make sure your surgeon REALLY understands the look you want. Mentioning a cup size is not enough. Show your surgeon pictures of breasts you like. 4) Then your surgeon has to tell you if your chosen look is realistic for your anatomy. The most common mistake is to go too big. 5) I recommend that the surgeon... more

George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation surgery

What to expect? Hopefully to be happy. But over the internet we can only give general responses to a what to expect question. The surgery takes one hour with recovery 1 week . Go see 3 boarded plastic surgeons for more details.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

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Expectations from breast augmentation surgery

Breast augmentation surgery is usually performed under a general anesthetic (while you are asleep), in an outpatient facility. The procedure lasts approximately 1 1/2 hours and patients are able to return home within a few hours after surgery. Patients can expect to achieve larger, fuller breasts with restoration of a more youthful appearance. The procedure helps many patients increase their self confidence as well as become more proportional with the rest of their body. Breast... more

David A. Robinson, MD

Munster Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation or enlargement surgery with implants and what to expect

Surgery is about 1-2 hours but the entire process (in the door and out the door) takes about five hours and is performed on an outpatient basis. The surgery can be done in several different places (hospital, office surgical suite, or surgicenter) and the prices vary accordingly with the last being the most affordable. Follow-up visits may vary according to technique and implants. In our practice patients are typically seen after surgery: 3-5 days, 10 days, 3 weeks, 3 months & annually... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation surgery

The one predictable thing that you can expect from breast augmentation is that your breasts will be larger. The implants will not generally change the shape of your breasts, how they sit on the chest wall, or how far apart they are. Surgery generally lasts 1 1/2 hours, although this varies someewhat from one surgeon to another. There are so many things to know about breast augmentation that I would recommend seeing a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area who can fully discuss the... more

Nina S. Naidu, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Augmentation or Implant Surgery

Breast augmentation or implant surgery will increase the size of your breasts. That is the goal of the surgery and it is very effective. The surgery has long lasting results. I would recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon in your local area who has an excellent reputation for outcomes and the care given after surgery. Have all your questions answered and make sure you understand the risks and trade-offs involved. Keep your expectations realistic for the outcome and you will be... more

Bahram Ghaderi, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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You will get larger breasts and should return to work in 5 days

Best thing you can do is to get at least 2 consultations with board certified plastic surgeons and evaluate your options. There are many things to consider like silicone or gel implant, incision placement, implant under or above the muscle and implant size. Your surgeon will help you to make the best decision for you.

Kamran Khoobehi, MD

New Orleans Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Augmentation

Breast Augmentation is an excellent method of enlarging your breasts. The procedure itself lasts a couple of hours including the surgery, the prep and anesthesia. The results of the procedure, however, last a lifetime. I just saw a patient for something else many years after her Augmentation. She still says it is the best thing she has ever done. Although problems can occur, they are uncommon, averaging about 2-3% in my and most good series. You can also generally expect to be back to most... more

Robert T. Buchanan, MD

Highlands Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation procedure

Breast augmentation enlarges a woman's breasts through the surgical placement of breast implants. In general, it is a cosmetic procedure strictly performed to fulfill your personal desire for fuller breasts. In general, breast implants allow women the choice of fuller, natural appearing breasts and a more balanced figure. The procedure usually lasts about and hour and you are in recovery for an hour.