WALNUT CREEKAre you self-conscious about your breasts? Many women choose to enhance them with breast augmentation. This procedure usually uses saline or silicone implants to increase volume, shape, and symmetry. Dr. Aycock and his team customize each breast augmentation to achieve your desired look.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation may be casually referred to as a “boob job.” This procedure places implants into the breasts to enlarge and achieve a more desirable shape. Breast augmentation is one of the most popular aesthetic surgical procedures, offering many benefits to your confidence and self-esteem.
How Does Breast Augmentation Work?
Breast augmentation is a customized procedure based on your goals and physical proportions. Dr. Aycock will help you choose the best implant for your body shape and desired results. Breast augmentation should balance and enhance your natural curves. Dr. Aycock may make an incision in the crease under the breast, along the edge of the areola, or in the underarm area, depending on the type of implant and the best method for you.
What to Wear After Breast Augmentation
Recovery from breast augmentation can take a few weeks before you feel back to normal. We recommend preparing ahead of time with everything you will need during your recovery.
Stock up on soft, comfortable tops that open in the front. You will not be able to lift your arms immediately after the procedure and will have some discomfort, so tops that open in the front will provide the most comfort and convenience.
You should plan to sleep at an angle with your upper body propped up for up to two weeks. This position will reduce swelling and protect your healing breasts. We recommend planning several days of meals ahead of time so you do not have to prepare anything during the first few days.
You will wear a surgical bra to support your breasts after surgery. Follow your team’s instructions on how long to wear it. You may be able to return to work after about a week. You can return to light exercise without lifting your arms around this time, but strenuous exercise should wait four to six weeks.
How Long Do Breast Implants Last?
Breast augmentation results last for many years. However, most implants should be replaced after about ten to fifteen years. While leaving them in beyond this time does not typically pose a health risk, it increases the risk of developing scar tissue around the implants or a rippled implant texture.
Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Augmentation?
Most healthy adults make good candidates for breast augmentation. Some types of implants are improved for those 18 or older, while some are approved for those 22 or older. Good candidates should have reasonable expectations and a healthy overall body image. You may not be a good candidate if you have certain medical problems.
I finally had coolsculpting on my tummy and what a surprisingly easy treatment it was. Ashley the nurse was fantastic and she used the new hand piece that is smaller and faster. It was painless except for the 2-minute massage after the treatment but not bad at all. I’m a little sore today but this was easy-breezy and I can’t wait to see my results. I highly recommend it.
Take the Next Step
To schedule your consultation, please fill out the form on this page or call Dr. Aycock’s office at (925) 937-8377 (Walnut Creek) or (415) 903-8463 (Greenbrae).
