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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
361 Hospital Rd., Ste. 329 , Newport Beach, California
4.7 | 38 Reviews
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Thank you for your question. You have just had an extensive operation on your breasts were an implant has been placed under your breast muscles and tissue. Swelling and bruising is a normal and expected part of your recovery. While the bruising will fade in about one week, the swelling will usually persist for about 3 weeks. It does take 3-6 months for your implants to soften and settle. I tell my patients they should be able to walk around their home and perform minor activities within one to two days. I recommend you do not lift weights exceeding 10 pounds for two weeks or 20 pounds or over extend your arms for four weeks. Absolutely no sports or strenuous activity for two weeks. However, walking and light leg exercises are allowed after ten days. It is in your best interest to wear a supports bra during these activities. Surgical exercises such as shoulder rolls and slow arm raises will aid in the healing process and can be implemented right after surgery. Both of these are great options instead of stretching. However it's in your best interest to follow the post operative instructions given by your board certified plastic surgeon.
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews
Thank you for your question. You have just had an extensive operation on your breasts were an implant has been placed under your breast muscles and tissue. The incisions must be given time to heal. The first 48-72 hours following surgery it is normal to experience some tightness and discomfort in the chest area. There will be swelling and discoloration around the breasts, which is normal. Swelling and bruising is a normal and expected part of your recovery. While the bruising will fade in about one week, the swelling will usually persist for about 3 weeks. Your nipples may be very sensitive during this time of healing, and they may even have a burning sensation. If you develop severe pain or severe swelling on one or more breasts after surgery, notify your surgeon right away. It is in your best interest to follow your surgeon's post-op instruction's to ensure the ideal results.

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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews
Thank you for your question. Based on the photos submitted you look like an excellent candidate for a mommy makeover. It is difficult to determine without an assessment if you are a candidate for a full tummy tuck vs a mini tummy tuck and if you would benefit from a breast lift. I recommend you schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area. Best of luck. 
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews
Thank you for your question. You are considering an extensive operation on your breasts were an implant will be placed under your breast muscles and tissue. The incisions must be given time to heal. I like to tell my patients that on the day of surgery, you can expect to feel some tightness and discomfort in the chest area. There will be some swelling and discoloration around the breasts, which is normal. You will be able to walk around your home and perform minor activities within one to two days. I recommend you do not lift weights exceeding 10 pounds for two weeks or 20 pounds or over extend your arms for four weeks. Absolutely no sports or strenuous activity for two weeks. However, walking and light leg exercises are allowed after ten days. It is in your best interest to wear a support bra during these activities. Surgical exercises such as shoulder rolls and slow arm raises will aid in the healing process. However it's in your best interest to follow the post operative instruction given by your board certified plastic surgeon. 
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews
Thank you for your question. The most consistent and reliable method of treating capsular contracture is performing a capsulectomy with implant replacement, a new implant. Let me ask you...Is your implant above or below the muscle? Having the implant placed behind or under the pectoral muscle has a lower capsular contracture rate than above the muscle. Overall the capsular contracture rates for silicone gel breast implants is from 2 to 8%. Both silicone and saline implants have the same shell so the risk should be equivalent. According to published studies the rates for capsular contracture among augmentations and revision-augmentations were significantly lower with the Natrelle 410 implants than with other gel implants. I recommend you contact your surgeon to discuss your concerns. If you are not comfortable with the response given you can always seek a second opinion from another board certified plastic surgeon.  
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews

Will working out hurt my results?

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Hello. Returning to your exercise routine once you are healed and released by your surgeon shouldn't change the results of your surgery. I recommend my patients refrain from any strenuous activity for the first two weeks and no upper body exercise for 4 weeks. Do not lift weights exceeding 10 pounds for two weeks. I do believe a patient will achieve the best result when they are at their desired and ideal weight. Please be sure to closely follow your surgeon's post operative instructions. Best of luck.


An in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon is the best way to assess your needs and provide true medical advice.

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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews
Hello. I like to ask patients to wait at least 3 months before scheduling a consultation and anywhere from 3-6 months before proceeding with breast augmentation surgery. The main reasons are you should be rid of any milk and the size of your breasts should have returned to their new normal. I also suggest you try to achieve a stable weight prior to any procedure to achieve the optimal desiered result.
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews
Thank you for your question. Are you able to submit a photo standing straight with your arms at your side? It is difficult to asses with the attached photo. At only 3 weeks post-op, you are too early in the healing process to assess the final results of your surgery. I know it's frustrating to not have your ideal results immediately. Especially since you've probably been dreaming of your new body for awhile. It can typically take anywhere from 3-6 months for your breasts to fully heal and settle/drop into their new position. It is also extremely common for one side to heal/drop at a faster rate than the other. Be patient at this point and please be sure to closely follow your surgeon's post operative instructions.
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews
Hello.
At only 1 week post-op, you are too early in the healing process to assess the final results of your surgery. I know it's frustrating to not have your ideal results immediately. Especially since you've probably been dreaming of your new body for awhile. It can typically take anywhere from 3-6 months for your breasts to fully heal and settle/drop into their new position. It is also extremely common for one side to heal/drop at a faster rate than the other. Be patient at this point and please be sure to closely follow your surgeon's post operative instructions. Best of luck.
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews

Why do I have this rash after BA? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Based on the submitted photos it is difficult to say what is causing the redness post operation. It is in your best interest in contact your operating surgeon today to discuss this concern and be evaluated. I tell my patient's if they develop any redness, fever, severe pain or severe swelling on one or more breasts after surgery, notify our office immediately. Best of luck. 
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Tenley Lawton, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 38 reviews

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Breast Implant Removal

Genius551042

Removed my implants with no issue

Last year was the year of difficult decisions for my health. I had to have my breast implants removed that were potentially ruptured prior to having hip replacement surgery. The minute I walked into Dr. Lawton firm, I felt a sense of peace come over me. She and her staff are so amazing! Dr. Lawton was compassionate, honest and very dedicated to find the right solution for my medical issues. I took her recommendation to have my implants removed and nothing put back into my body until I healed and figured out what I was having to deal with at the time of surgery. Best decision of my life. Dr. Lawton and her team removed my implants with no issues and my body has healed completely and my teeny tiny breasts look amazing. I highly recommend her for implants and removals of implants. There staff is so kind, detail oriented and make you feel like your part of her family. I visited 10 Board Certified Plastic Surgeons and after all of the consults, she was my choice! You will not go wrong with making this practice your family too. This should be the only practice you visit.

Breast Reduction

Travmum

My procedure went well and recovery was quick - amazing results

Top notch Plastic Surgeon. Impeccable bedside manner, makes you feel at ease immediately. She knows what she is doing and is a “master of her craft”. She explains the procedure in detail and what to expect. Her entire staff from Erin, Lauren and Jamie are warm and engaging. My procedure went well and recovery was quick. My results are amazing. Do yourself a favor, go see her first. You won’t regret it.

Breast Implant Revision

jcoppola009

Exceptional! Wanted implant exchange, lift & smaller, perkier breasts

I only have fabulous things to say about Dr. Lawton and her team. She did an implant exchange and lift with my goal of having smaller, perkier breasts – and she nailed it! I believe she is a great listener which supported her crafting the perfect surgical plan for me. I’m thrilled with the results of my surgery and thankful for Dr. Lawton and her expertise. Her staff is awesome aswell and was supportive of all of my questions from the consultation to post surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Lawton!

Breast Reduction

Fresgirl

I Had an Amazing Experience

Dr. Lawton is amazing. The results from my breast reduction and lift exceeded my expectations. Her staff is on-time, helpful and answered questions quickly. I highly recommend this practice. 5 stars.

Breast Augmentation

lynnefoster

Dr. Lawton is incredible

From the minute my husband & I stepped into the office (it smells amazing!), the staff, surroundings, etc were all so inviting. And then the process to explore my procedure with each appointment was met with understanding, patience, expertise, and gentle guidance from the entire team (while I debated EVERYTHING). Dr. Lawton is incredible and has surrounded her practice with the most amazing women, all of whom feel like family from step 1. I've also since returned for Nurse Jan's amazingness and can easily say, I love everything about this practice.

Breast Reduction

kseman

Had a wonderful experience with Dr. Lawton

Had a wonderful experience with Dr. Lawton. She is truly amazing at what she does. Surgery definitely made me a bit nervous but she took all the time necessary to answer all of my questions and make me feel comfortable and at ease. Her staff is as equally wonderful to work with. I will only come back to Dr. Lawton for anything else I would like done in the future!

Breast Reduction

lissee13

Dr. Lawton is truly an exceptional surgeon

WOW! WOW! WOW! I am completely satisfied with my results. Dr. Lawton is truly an exceptional surgeon. Almost 9 months since my breast reduction and I am so happy I found her. I was really intimidated during my consult but her staff is friendly and she had a great bedside manner, which helped me feel at ease.

Breast Lift with Implants

lisateresatobey

Love, Love, Love Everybody Here...

I was extremely satisfied with everyone at Dr. Lawton's office. The genuine personal care was comforting. When you meet Dr. Lawton you just know she is a good person and she is a perfectionist in her work.

Breast Augmentation

Creative170452

Great Results with Dr. Lawton

I am very happy with the breast augmentation I received from Dr. Lawton. I was initially drawn to the idea of seeing a woman for the procedure just because of the relatability factor. I was impressed by her gallery of before and afters because of her consistency in achieving very natural looking results. I attended a few other consults and appreciated that she didn’t see a need to overcomplicate the procedure for some other “ideal” outcome. She was professional, her staff was kind, and she achieved the results I was hoping for!