Why Breast Augmentation
Breast
augmentation may be of interest to you if you
feel that having
smaller breasts limits what fashions
you can wear and have difficulty
finding proportional
clothing to flatter your figure.
You
believe that having a small breast size creates a
negative impression
and they make you feel un-
comfortably self-conscious.
You
have lost an excessive amount of weight and
consequently
your breasts have lost size and shape.
Your
breasts are sagging and have lost firmness, and you
need augmentation
as part of a breast
lift procedure
Your
pregnancy has changed your breast volume
and shape.
You
have significantly asymmetric breasts and
seek balance. |
Generally, you must be fully developed, physically and
emotionally healthy, and have realistic expectations of
your surgery.
Your Initial Breast
Augmentation Consultation
During your initial breast augmentation consultation,
you will meet with Dr. Steely and his staff to discuss
your goals. They will review your medical history and they
may take photographs (the “before” shots) as
part of your medical record. Dr. Steely will examine your
breasts, evaluate their size and shape, the elasticity
of the skin and where nipples are located. Based on his
findings and your goals, he will determine which surgical
technique will benefit you the most. Also, Dr. Steely will
review the risks associated with breast enhancement surgery
and address your expectations. Of course, feel free to
ask any questions you may have at this time.
As with any procedure, a consultation and preoperative
examination will determine a more accurate quote of the
cost.
Preparing for Breast
Augmentation Surgery
Dr. Steely will provide you with instructions in preparation
for breast enhancement surgery, including guidelines on
eating and drinking, smoking, and taking or avoiding certain
vitamins and medication. Dr. Steely may recommend a mammogram.
After surgery, make sure you have prearranged for help
and care.
During Breast Augmentation
Surgery
During breast enhancement surgery, you will require anesthesia – after
all it is a surgical procedure. Dr. Steely will make small
incisions to allow entry for the breast implants. The implants
are placed either partially under the pectoral muscle or
on top of the muscle and under the breast glands, depending
on the thickness of your tissue and its ability to adequately
cover the implant. The breast enhancement procedure usually
takes one hour. Most patients choose to go home the same
day as surgery.
Silicone or Saline?
Depending on your needs, body shape and breast anatomy, Dr.
Steely may use either saline or silicone implants. Both types
are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and
come in a variety of shapes, surface textures and sizes,
depending on the breast shape to be achieved. |
After Breast Augmentation
Surgery
Immediately after your breast augmentation, you should have someone to be with you. You will feel tired and a little sore for a few days. Most discomfort can be managed by medication prescribed by Dr. Steely. You will have a postoperative visit with Dr. Steely within a week of your procedure. Within one week, you should be able to engage in non-strenuous activities and within several weeks, return to exercising. Swelling should subside after a fewweeks and your final results will be evident. After a few months, scars with begin to fade.
Dr. Steely will keep you informed and as comfortable as possible
at every step of your breast augmentation, from consultation to the
final new you.
Call 713-622-6500 or email Dr. Steely
for a complimentary initial appointment or for more information relating
to breast augmentation.
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