Breast Augmentation
What is Breast Augmentation?
Deigni Plastic Surgery can augment breasts for that full, healthy look every woman wants. The women in the Houston area turn to Dr. Deigni for a new curvier bustline.
Breast augmentation is a popular plastic surgery procedure using saline or silicone implants to increase breast volume and achieve the desired shape.
Who Are Good Candidates For Breast Augmentation?
First and foremost, you need to be in general good health.
Pregnancy and new motherhood both affect the mammary glands, so you don’t want to be pregnant or breastfeeding.
The typical candidate for breast augmentation feels that her breasts are too small or have a less-than-pleasing shape. Some patients are looking to replace the breast volume they’ve lost after having children.
However, all candidates for breast augmentation need to have realistic expectations about the physical results of the surgery. They also need to be well-grounded emotionally and psychologically so as not to expect surgery to cure longstanding personal issues such as insecurity and low self-esteem.
Conditions That Breast Augmentation Doesn’t Correct
Breast augmentation is different from a breast lift. If you’re concerned about severely sagging breasts, you can talk to the doctor about the possibility of receiving a breast lift along with your augmentation.
Consultation
Dr. Deigni will be interested to hear what your goals are for your appearance. He will take measurements and photographs. After noting the shape of your breasts including your nipples and areolas, Dr. Deigni will discuss what you can reasonably expect from breast augmentation.
You’ll want to make the doctor aware of any history of breast issues such as cancer. It’s also important to disclose any alcohol and drug use, past or present.
During the consultation, you and Dr. Deigni will discuss the type of implant that’s best for you. The shell can be smooth or textured and the shape can be round or teardrop. The doctor will gladly explain the advantages and disadvantages of implant type, texture, and shape. He’ll also give you an idea of the range of sizes that are going to work best with your body profile.
The placement of the implant, either below the muscle or above, is also determined during the initial consultation along with the recommended incision site.
Preparation
You can expect the doctor to ask you to avoid taking any medications that have the side effect of reducing coagulation such as anti-inflammatories. This is a routine request prior to many surgeries. It’s important that nothing interferes with the blood’s ability to clot and slow blood loss during surgery.
You should also stop smoking or using other nicotine products since nicotine also has a negative effect on blood flow. It overly restricts it and thereby slows the healing process.
Procedure
This surgery usually takes about an hour to complete under general anesthesia. The most common way to augment the breast is by inserting an implant under the pectoralis muscle by making a small incision in the crease of the inframammary fold.
Often the incision is made below the breast, but it can also occur either around the areola or in the armpit. The incision site can vary from person to person for many reasons, including your body shape and the size of the implant.
Recovery
Following surgery, you will wear a soft bra with no underwire to help support the breasts. Given some minor restrictions, patients are usually able to resume most activities within the first week.
Complications
Capsular contracture is a common complication of breast augmentation. The term refers to the thickening and tightening of the scar tissue (capsule) that naturally forms around the breast implant. The degree of capsular contracture varies. In severe cases, it can lead to breast implant hardening and displacement and can be associated with discomfort. In less severe cases, capsules typically soften spontaneously over a period of six months. Early surgical intervention is not advised. When capsules do not soften or when they are associated with patient discomfort, surgery is performed to improve the results.
Appearance
Initially, you’ll note slight swelling and bruising. Both will gradually subside. Your breasts will have a noticeably fuller appearance, and you’ll finally have the breast size that’s best for you.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Deigni Plastic Surgery can augment breasts for that full, healthy look every woman wants. The women in the Houston area turn to Dr. Deigni for a new curvier bustline.
Breast augmentation is a popular plastic surgery procedure using saline or silicone implants to increase breast volume and achieve the desired shape.
Who Are Good Candidates For Breast Augmentation?
First and foremost, you need to be in general good health.
Pregnancy and new motherhood both affect the mammary glands, so you don’t want to be pregnant or breastfeeding.
The typical candidate for breast augmentation feels that her breasts are too small or have a less-than-pleasing shape. Some patients are looking to replace the breast volume they’ve lost after having children.
However, all candidates for breast augmentation need to have realistic expectations about the physical results of the surgery. They also need to be well-grounded emotionally and psychologically so as not to expect surgery to cure longstanding personal issues such as insecurity and low self-esteem.
Conditions That Breast Augmentation Doesn’t Correct
Breast augmentation is different from a breast lift. If you’re concerned about severely sagging breasts, you can talk to the doctor about the possibility of receiving a breast lift along with your augmentation.
Consultation
Dr. Deigni will be interested to hear what your goals are for your appearance. He will take measurements and photographs. After noting the shape of your breasts including your nipples and areolas, Dr. Deigni will discuss what you can reasonably expect from breast augmentation.
You’ll want to make the doctor aware of any history of breast issues such as cancer. It’s also important to disclose any alcohol and drug use, past or present.
During the consultation, you and Dr. Deigni will discuss the type of implant that’s best for you. The shell can be smooth or textured and the shape can be round or teardrop. The doctor will gladly explain the advantages and disadvantages of implant type, texture, and shape. He’ll also give you an idea of the range of sizes that are going to work best with your body profile.
The placement of the implant, either below the muscle or above, is also determined during the initial consultation along with the recommended incision site.
Preparation
You can expect the doctor to ask you to avoid taking any medications that have the side effect of reducing coagulation such as anti-inflammatories. This is a routine request prior to many surgeries. It’s important that nothing interferes with the blood’s ability to clot and slow blood loss during surgery.
You should also stop smoking or using other nicotine products since nicotine also has a negative effect on blood flow. It overly restricts it and thereby slows the healing process.
Procedure
This surgery usually takes about an hour to complete under general anesthesia. The most common way to augment the breast is by inserting an implant under the pectoralis muscle by making a small incision in the crease of the inframammary fold.
Often the incision is made below the breast, but it can also occur either around the areola or in the armpit. The incision site can vary from person to person for many reasons, including your body shape and the size of the implant.
Recovery
Following surgery, you will wear a soft bra with no underwire to help support the breasts. Given some minor restrictions, patients are usually able to resume most activities within the first week.
Complications
Capsular contracture is a common complication of breast augmentation. The term refers to the thickening and tightening of the scar tissue (capsule) that naturally forms around the breast implant. The degree of capsular contracture varies. In severe cases, it can lead to breast implant hardening and displacement and can be associated with discomfort. In less severe cases, capsules typically soften spontaneously over a period of six months. Early surgical intervention is not advised. When capsules do not soften or when they are associated with patient discomfort, surgery is performed to improve the results.
Appearance
Initially, you’ll note slight swelling and bruising. Both will gradually subside. Your breasts will have a noticeably fuller appearance, and you’ll finally have the breast size that’s best for you.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Deigni Plastic Surgery can augment breasts for that full, healthy look every woman wants. The women in the Houston area turn to Dr. Deigni for a new curvier bustline.
Breast augmentation is a popular plastic surgery procedure using saline or silicone implants to increase breast volume and achieve the desired shape.
Who Are Good Candidates For Breast Augmentation?
First and foremost, you need to be in general good health.
Pregnancy and new motherhood both affect the mammary glands, so you don’t want to be pregnant or breastfeeding.
The typical candidate for breast augmentation feels that her breasts are too small or have a less-than-pleasing shape. Some patients are looking to replace the breast volume they’ve lost after having children.
However, all candidates for breast augmentation need to have realistic expectations about the physical results of the surgery. They also need to be well-grounded emotionally and psychologically so as not to expect surgery to cure longstanding personal issues such as insecurity and low self-esteem.
Conditions That Breast Augmentation Doesn’t Correct
Breast augmentation is different from a breast lift. If you’re concerned about severely sagging breasts, you can talk to the doctor about the possibility of receiving a breast lift along with your augmentation.
Consultation
Dr. Deigni will be interested to hear what your goals are for your appearance. He will take measurements and photographs. After noting the shape of your breasts including your nipples and areolas, Dr. Deigni will discuss what you can reasonably expect from breast augmentation.
You’ll want to make the doctor aware of any history of breast issues such as cancer. It’s also important to disclose any alcohol and drug use, past or present.
During the consultation, you and Dr. Deigni will discuss the type of implant that’s best for you. The shell can be smooth or textured and the shape can be round or teardrop. The doctor will gladly explain the advantages and disadvantages of implant type, texture, and shape. He’ll also give you an idea of the range of sizes that are going to work best with your body profile.
The placement of the implant, either below the muscle or above, is also determined during the initial consultation along with the recommended incision site.
Preparation
You can expect the doctor to ask you to avoid taking any medications that have the side effect of reducing coagulation such as anti-inflammatories. This is a routine request prior to many surgeries. It’s important that nothing interferes with the blood’s ability to clot and slow blood loss during surgery.
You should also stop smoking or using other nicotine products since nicotine also has a negative effect on blood flow. It overly restricts it and thereby slows the healing process.
Procedure
This surgery usually takes about an hour to complete under general anesthesia. The most common way to augment the breast is by inserting an implant under the pectoralis muscle by making a small incision in the crease of the inframammary fold.
Often the incision is made below the breast, but it can also occur either around the areola or in the armpit. The incision site can vary from person to person for many reasons, including your body shape and the size of the implant.
Recovery
Following surgery, you will wear a soft bra with no underwire to help support the breasts. Given some minor restrictions, patients are usually able to resume most activities within the first week.
Complications
Capsular contracture is a common complication of breast augmentation. The term refers to the thickening and tightening of the scar tissue (capsule) that naturally forms around the breast implant. The degree of capsular contracture varies. In severe cases, it can lead to breast implant hardening and displacement and can be associated with discomfort. In less severe cases, capsules typically soften spontaneously over a period of six months. Early surgical intervention is not advised. When capsules do not soften or when they are associated with patient discomfort, surgery is performed to improve the results.
Appearance
Initially, you’ll note slight swelling and bruising. Both will gradually subside. Your breasts will have a noticeably fuller appearance, and you’ll finally have the breast size that’s best for you.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Deigni Plastic Surgery can augment breasts for that full, healthy look every woman wants. The women in the Houston area turn to Dr. Deigni for a new curvier bustline.
Breast augmentation is a popular plastic surgery procedure using saline or silicone implants to increase breast volume and achieve the desired shape.
Who Are Good Candidates For Breast Augmentation?
First and foremost, you need to be in general good health.
Pregnancy and new motherhood both affect the mammary glands, so you don’t want to be pregnant or breastfeeding.
The typical candidate for breast augmentation feels that her breasts are too small or have a less-than-pleasing shape. Some patients are looking to replace the breast volume they’ve lost after having children.
However, all candidates for breast augmentation need to have realistic expectations about the physical results of the surgery. They also need to be well-grounded emotionally and psychologically so as not to expect surgery to cure longstanding personal issues such as insecurity and low self-esteem.
Conditions That Breast Augmentation Doesn’t Correct
Breast augmentation is different from a breast lift. If you’re concerned about severely sagging breasts, you can talk to the doctor about the possibility of receiving a breast lift along with your augmentation.
Consultation
Dr. Deigni will be interested to hear what your goals are for your appearance. He will take measurements and photographs. After noting the shape of your breasts including your nipples and areolas, Dr. Deigni will discuss what you can reasonably expect from breast augmentation.
You’ll want to make the doctor aware of any history of breast issues such as cancer. It’s also important to disclose any alcohol and drug use, past or present.
During the consultation, you and Dr. Deigni will discuss the type of implant that’s best for you. The shell can be smooth or textured and the shape can be round or teardrop. The doctor will gladly explain the advantages and disadvantages of implant type, texture, and shape. He’ll also give you an idea of the range of sizes that are going to work best with your body profile.
The placement of the implant, either below the muscle or above, is also determined during the initial consultation along with the recommended incision site.
Preparation
You can expect the doctor to ask you to avoid taking any medications that have the side effect of reducing coagulation such as anti-inflammatories. This is a routine request prior to many surgeries. It’s important that nothing interferes with the blood’s ability to clot and slow blood loss during surgery.
You should also stop smoking or using other nicotine products since nicotine also has a negative effect on blood flow. It overly restricts it and thereby slows the healing process.
Procedure
This surgery usually takes about an hour to complete under general anesthesia. The most common way to augment the breast is by inserting an implant under the pectoralis muscle by making a small incision in the crease of the inframammary fold.
Often the incision is made below the breast, but it can also occur either around the areola or in the armpit. The incision site can vary from person to person for many reasons, including your body shape and the size of the implant.
Recovery
Following surgery, you will wear a soft bra with no underwire to help support the breasts. Given some minor restrictions, patients are usually able to resume most activities within the first week.
Complications
Capsular contracture is a common complication of breast augmentation. The term refers to the thickening and tightening of the scar tissue (capsule) that naturally forms around the breast implant. The degree of capsular contracture varies. In severe cases, it can lead to breast implant hardening and displacement and can be associated with discomfort. In less severe cases, capsules typically soften spontaneously over a period of six months. Early surgical intervention is not advised. When capsules do not soften or when they are associated with patient discomfort, surgery is performed to improve the results.