Breast Augmentation in Portland, OR

Name: Breast Augmentation
Brand: Portland Plastic Surgery Group

Breast augmentation allows you to enhance the size, shape, and overall appearance of your breasts with exceptionally natural-looking results.

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Portland’s Premier Clinic for Breast Augmentation

Are you unhappy with the size, shape, or overall appearance of your breasts? This is a common occurrence for women of all ages, but you don’t necessarily have to settle for the way your breasts currently look. At Portland Plastic Surgery, we offer breast augmentation surgery, a straightforward procedure that can help you attain the figure that you’ve always wanted.

Reasons for Breast Augmentation

Women consider breast augmentation surgery in Portland with our team for many personal reasons, which may include one or a combination of the following:

Increasing the size of naturally small breasts
Restoring breast volume that was lost after pregnancy and breastfeeding
Attaining balance between breasts when one is smaller than the other
Defining cleavage between the breasts
Enhancing a sense of femininity

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Combining Breast Augmentation With Breast Lift Surgery

In addition to breast augmentation, a breast lift may be required to give you the attractive shape you want. Although breast implants on their own can provide a marginal lift, adding a breast lift prevents premature sagging after the implants are placed. This is also a common choice among women who have had children or lost a large amount of weight, because the shape and position of their breasts are often a concern, in addition to volume. These two procedures are easily performed together and can create an impressive result once you’re fully healed.

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Other Commonly Combined Procedures

Many women combine breast augmentation with a tummy tuck and liposuction in a procedure known as a Mommy Makeover, which allows them to achieve a more comprehensive enhancement of the body.

How Much Does Breast Augmentation Cost in Portland?

At Portland Plastic Surgery Group, the cost for a breast augmentation starts at $8,500, which includes your plastic surgeon’s fee, breast implants, the surgery facility fee, the anesthesiologist’s fee, and CosmetAssure insurance. The costs associated with a breast augmentation may increase based on the complexity of your surgery, the amount of time needed for the operation, and the implants that you choose. During your consultation, you and your surgeon will discuss the options that are available and create a surgical plan that is unique to you. A personalized surgery quote will be provided at your consultation.

Breast Augmentation Incisions

With every procedure we perform, Portland Plastic Surgery Group considers the individual patient and her unique goals and concerns. Your surgeon will work closely with you, guiding you through your options so that your breast augmentation reflects your personal style. In addition to helping you choose your breast implants, your surgeon will help you select your incision and implant placement.

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Breast augmentation is performed using one of the following incision options (see illustration):

An inframammary incision is placed in the fold below the breast.
A periareolar incision is placed along the lower edge of the dark skin around the nipple (the areola).
A transaxillary incision is placed within a natural crease of the armpit.

Your choice for breast augmentation incision depends on a variety of considerations including:

Personal preference: Is it important to you to have no scar on the breast?
Type of breast implants: Saline typically requires a smaller incision than silicone.
Whether a breast lift is also being performed: Implants can be inserted through the breast lift incisions, if so.

Implant Placement

After your surgeon makes the incision, he or she creates a space for the breast implant called the pocket using one of the following techniques (see illustration):

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Submuscular placement is behind the breast tissue and chest muscle, which provides the greatest coverage of the upper portion of the implant and usually the most natural-looking results.
Subglandular placement is behind the breast tissue and above the chest muscle. This placement is appropriate only for women who have enough natural breast tissue.

Your surgeon will discuss both options with you, and make a recommendation that accounts for your natural anatomy, your personal preferences, and the type of implant you have chosen. For answers to common questions about breast augmentation, visit our Breast Augmentation FAQ page.

Your Procedure

At Portland Plastic Surgery Group, our surgeons perform breast augmentation at a local surgery center while you are under general anesthesia. Your surgeon carefully follows the treatment plan you developed together during your consultation. We begin by making an incision in your preferred location and then creating a pocket for the implant within your breast tissue. We place the implant inside this pocket. If you selected saline implants, your implants are added while empty and filled once they’re in place. We check your implants for symmetry before closing your incisions with sutures. After your procedure is over, our surgical team moves you to a recovery area where you can wake up comfortably. After a brief period of observation, you are sent home with a friend or loved one who can help you with your care.

Tips to Help You Prepare for Breast Augmentation Surgery

The following preparations will allow you to relax and focus on yourself after surgery:

Arrange for an adult to help you with young children and pets
Set up a bed with extra pillows or a recliner to help you sleep on your back comfortably
Make sure your home is clean and orderly
Fill prescriptions for your regular medications and those you will need for recovery
Take care of any errands that can’t wait a couple of weeks

If you smoke, it is critical that you quit at least four weeks before the surgery and do not resume smoking during your recovery. Better yet, use this as an opportunity to quit smoking for good.

Make sure to have the following on hand before surgery day:

Heating pad (in case you experience back pain–not for the breasts)
Ice packs to reduce swelling (place a washcloth or hand towel between the pack and your skin)
Plenty of tops that zip or button up in the front (i.e., nothing you have to pull over your head)
Comfortable pants, such as yoga pants
Ginger ale, Sprite, or 7-Up to sip if you feel nauseous from the pain medication or anesthesia
Bland foods, such as oatmeal, bananas, rice, or toast in case nausea is an issue
Books and TV remotes accessible from the place you will be resting most often

Your Recovery

After your procedure, you can expect some temporary discomfort and swelling. This is completely normal. By allowing yourself time to rest, taking prescribed pain medication as needed, and carefully following your surgeon’s instructions, you can ensure that any adverse effects will fade as quickly as possible. Most women take between a few days and one week off from work, depending on the nature of their jobs. Many of our patients are anxious to return to the gym, but it’s important to avoid strenuous activities for about six weeks.

That’s especially true for any upper body workouts. That said, it is important to walk and move around to maintain healthy blood flow, even on the day of the surgery. You’ll need to start very simple (as in taking a lap around the house), but increase the duration and intensity of exercise gradually. During your consultation, we give you a more thorough overview of your expected timeline. Once you are fully recovered, you’ll be able to enjoy your beautiful new breasts for many years to come.

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Breast Augmentation FAQ

Who is a good candidate for breast augmentation?

The best breast augmentation results occur when the patient’s breasts have fully developed. This process is usually complete once a woman reaches her early 20s. Heredity and hormones can determine how much and when a woman’s breasts develop. Sometimes, patience pays off!
Besides being old enough, Portland Plastic Surgery Group recommends that their breast augmentation patients in Portland, OR be in good physical and mental health. A positive, realistic outlook for surgery is vital to obtaining the best results. Patients should also be nonsmokers who are fully committed to following their post-op instructions. Rushing into activity too soon after a breast augmentation can alter the results.

Which type of implant is best?

Saline and silicone breast implants are approved for use in the U.S., and they both have advantages. Some women choose silicone because they believe it creates a more natural look and feel, while other women opt for saline to avoid adding unnecessary chemicals to their bodies. It’s also easier to notice when a saline implant ruptures, while a silicone rupture is not immediately evident. Rupture is rare in both kinds, though.
Both saline and silicone implants come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Your surgeon can help you determine which implant will be most compatible with your lifestyle and desired results.

What will my scars look like?

Most surgeries create some degree of scarring, and breast augmentation is no different. Women receiving breast implants in Portland have several options for incision sites, including the armpit. Which incision you will have is dependent on factors such as implant placement and your own anatomy.
In most cases, your scars will not be visible in regular clothes or swimwear. Following your post-op instructions and practicing good sun protection habits will further diminish the long-term appearance of scars.

Will I be able to breastfeed after breast augmentation?

Many women are pleasantly surprised to learn that breast implants do not automatically restrict them from breastfeeding in the future. Provided that the nipple is not affected by the incision, breastfeeding is usually possible, and the presence of breast implants has not been shown to affect the quality of milk.
It’s important to discuss your options with your doctor prior to your surgery, especially if you’d like to breastfeed in the future. He or she can develop a surgical plan that preserves the anatomical structures necessary for breastfeeding.

What are the potential risks associated with breast augmentation?

All surgeries carry inherent risks, such as infection, blood clots, and adverse reactions to the anesthetic. When performed by a properly trained, board-certified surgeon, these risks are minimized.
There are some risks and complications that are specific to breast augmentation. You may have heard of capsular contracture, a condition that occurs when excessive scar tissue develops around the implant. Capsular contracture can cause the breasts to feel hard and uncomfortable.
Another potential complication is sometimes referred to as “bottoming out,” which occurs when an implant shifts lower than it was originally placed, resulting in a misshapen breast.
Though these complications are not life-threatening, they generally require additional surgery to correct them. Your doctor will ensure you are fully informed of your risk potential before you undergo your breast augmentation.

How long will my breast augmentation results last?

With proper care, the results of your breast augmentation can look beautiful for many years. However, breast implants are not permanent. Implant manufacturers assign implants an average “lifespan” of 15 years, though yours may vary depending on your lifestyle and other factors.

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