Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breast for a number of reasons:

• To enhance the body contour of a woman who, for personal reasons, feels her breast size is too small.
• To restore breast volume lost due to weight loss or following pregnancy
• To achieve better symmetry when breasts are moderately disproportionate in size and shape
• To improve the shape of breasts that are sagging or have lost firmness, often used with a breast lift procedure
• To provide the foundation of a breast contour when a breast has been removed or disfigured by surgery to treat breast cancer
• To improve breast appearance or create the appearance of a breast that is missing or disfigured due to trauma, heredity, or congenital abnormalities

By inserting an implant behind each breast, surgeons are able to increase a woman’s bustline by one or more bra cup sizes. If you’re considering breast augmentation, this will give you a basic understanding of the procedure, when it can help, how it’s performed, and what results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please ask your surgeon if there is anything you don’t understand about the procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions about Breast Augmentation

What types of implants are available?

We offer a variety of saline and silicone implants in your choice of sizes, shapes, and materials. See our Breast Augmentation page for more information, or call or email our offices today to discuss your options personally.

Many of our patients find that it is helpful to see some examples of breast augmentation using the various types of implants as well.

What are my options for breast enhancement?

Not only do you have choices with the type of implant used for your breast augmentation, but you also have a choice of implant placement options and incision types.

Will breast augmentation affect my ability to breast feed?

In some cases, yes. However, there are certain precautions we can take during a breast augmentation that may help minimize those risks.

If you are interested in a breast augmentation, but are concerned about your ability to breastfeed in the future, make sure to let us know. We can help you better understand your options and the risks involved.

Will my implants interfere with mammography?

Breast implants can interfere with mammographies, although mammography technicians have developed techniques to minimize the interference, and the risks can be mitigated by choosing a submuscular implant placement.

Other questions?

If you have any questions we have not answered here, or would like to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Bato, call us today at +(632) 8725449, +(632) 8746153 or get in touch via Skype®, Yahoo Messenger®, our Live Help utility, or our contact form. We’re here to help!