Breast Augmentation
Southern California Plastic Surgery Group
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure to enlarge and improve the shape of a woman's breasts. An implant is inserted behind each breast, increasing breast volume by one or more cup sizes. Breast augmentation is performed to achieve a variety of goals:
- Improve overall body contour and enhance the figure in women whose breasts are proportionately too small
- Create symmetry when breasts are two different sizes
- Restore breasts which have lost volume and/or tone due to pregnancy
- Reconstruct breasts after breast cancer surgery
If you're considering breast enlargement, What to Expect from Breast Augmentation Surgery will give you a basic understanding of the procedure, how it's performed, and the results you can expect.
We have also compiled a general list of Commonly Asked Questions to get you started. Please ask Dr. Hicks if you have more questions about the procedure.
Our Before and After Gallery lets you view real examples of breast augmentation results.
Good candidates
Like any surgery, breast augmentation carries some risks. The ideal candidate for the procedure is in good overall health and has realistic expectations.
Things to decide
When planning breast augmentation surgery you will have several things to decide upon:
- The size and shape of your implants
- Whether the implants should be placed in front of or behind the muscle
- Where your incisions should be located
- Whether silicone or saline implants are appropriate for your situation
After carefully evaluating your bode type and shape, your natural breasts, your lifestyle, and your desired end results, Dr. Hicks will explain your options and the results that you can expect, answer any questions that you may have, and help you make these decisions.
- Breast Augmentation Before and After Gallery
- Breast Augmentation FAQs
- Ideal Candidate for Breast Augmentation
- What to Expect from Breast Augmentation Surgery
- Breast Implant Placement
- Silicone vs. Saline
- Breast Augmentation Incision Options
- Risks of Breast Augmentation Surgery
Learn more about Breast Augmentation in Beverly Hills, Long Beach, or Los Angeles, California, by viewing our Before and After Gallery, or contact us today for your initial consultation.
