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• Breast Augmentation
• Breast Enlargement
• Breast Reconstruction
• Breast Reduction
• Breast Lift

BODY

• Liposuction
• Tummy Tuck / Abdominoplasty
• Buttock Augmentation / Fat Transfer
• Upper Arm Lift
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Body Lift

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• Eyelid Surgery
• Brow Lift
• Facelift
• Neck Lift
• Rhinoplasty
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• Male Breast Reduction
• Liposuction
• Facial Procedures
• Poland's Syndrome
• Brow Lift

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Questions About Breast Augmentation

Serving Houston, Pearland, Sugarland and Friendswood

What is breast augmentation?

Breast augmentation is enhancement of the size of the breasts using inflatable breast implants filled most often with saline, but other substances (such as silicone) are also used. Silicone is the second most common substance that fills implants. Breast augmentation can also be called breast implant surgery, breast enlargement surgery, breast augmentation and breast augmentation mammoplasty.

How long does breast augmentation surgery take?

Typically, breast augmentation surgery takes 1–2 hours, but this, of course, varies from person to person.

Will I be awake for the breast surgery?

You will be asleep during the surgery as it is done under general anesthesia.

Will I have to stay overnight in the hospital after surgery?

No. Breast augmentation surgery is usually done on an out-patient basis. If there are complications that arise during or after the surgery, however, a hospital admission would be considered. Also, if you have other procedures done at the same time of your breast augmentation such as liposuction or a tummy tuck, then admission to the hospital may be recommended.

What are the side effects of breast augmentation surgery?

The possible side effects can include: temporary breast soreness, change in nipple sensation, bruising, and swelling. This, of course, varies from patient to patient. Your breasts may also be sensitive to stimulation for a few weeks after breast surgery.

What are the risks associated with breast augmentation surgery?

The risks include, but are not limited to: bleeding, infection, capsular contracture (the formation of scar tissue around the implant), increased or decreased sensitivity of nipples or skin, and a possible different technique needed for mammography.

As with any surgery, there are also the risks of anesthesia. These risks are best discussed in person with Breast Surgeon Dr. Lapuerta. Each woman’s risks vary and not everyone is suited for breast implants. Also of importance is the possibility of uneven breasts after breast augmentation surgery. Realistically, breasts are not even to begin with. Therefore, technically speaking, the human body isn't perfectly symmetrical. Perfectly symmetrical breasts is usually an unrealistic goal of breast augmentation / contouring surgeries.

Will breast implants increase my risk of developing breast cancer?

Implants will not affect your chances of getting breast cancer, but we recommend continued surveillance for breast cancer with annual mammograms for those of you over the age of 35 along with routine physical exams.

If you live in the Houston area and would like to learn more about breast augmentation surgery, please contact Breast Surgeon Dr. Leo Lapuerta, Jr. today to schedule your initial consultation.