Experience exceptional breast augmentation in Beverly Hills with Dr. Brian Shafa, a renowned plastic surgeon known for his artistry and precision. Dr. Shafa combines advanced techniques with a personalized approach to help you achieve your desired look, enhancing your natural beauty with stunning, confidence-boosting results.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure to enhance the breasts, restoring ample volume and balancing the figure’s proportions.
The procedure is most often performed with saline, silicone, or Gummy Bear implants, although some patients may opt for a natural fat transfer breast augmentation.
During your private consultation, Dr. Brian Shafa, a board-certified plastic surgeon, will fully empower you with the education and information you need to make the best choices for your cosmetic outcome.
Am I a Candidate for Breast Augmentation in Beverly Hills?
To determine if you are a candidate for breast augmentation, it is best to consult a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon. Generally, suitable candidates:
- Are dissatisfied with their breast size or shape
- Are physically mature
- Are in good overall health
- Have realistic expectations and are emotionally stable
What Can I Expect During My Breast Augmentation Procedure?
Breast augmentation surgery is performed under general anesthesia. You will not experience any discomfort during the procedure. The incisions are placed precisely to help limit scarring, and the type of implants will determine where the incisions are created.
The options are in the breast crease, around the areola, or hidden in the underarm. After healing, scars are virtually invisible in swimsuit tops, plunging necklines, or when wearing a bra.
What is Dr. Brian Shafa’s Approach to Breast Augmentation?
Dr. Brian Shafa employs an individually tailored approach for breast augmentation in Beverly Hills. His breast augmentations are performed with advanced surgical techniques to create an exquisitely sculpted result. His personalized techniques go far beyond planning, execution, and recovery. He takes all the time you need to ensure your journey to a more shapely figure is a positive experience.
Breast Implant Placement Options
Breast implants can be placed beneath the natural breast tissue or beneath the muscles on the chest. The recovery time is typically shorter when the implants are placed beneath the breast tissue, but this option is only appropriate for women with enough natural tissue. When the implants are placed beneath the chest muscle, you reduce the risk of capsular contracture and will not experience rippling.
What is the Best Type of Breast Implant for You?
Saline Implants
Saline implants are filled after placement, which means they require a smaller incision. They are typically placed below the muscle to create a natural, full appearance. Additionally, saline implants are an option for women as young as 18 years old. Advances in implant technology have also introduced new saline options that combine the benefits of both saline and silicone, providing a more natural feel.
Silicone Implants
Silicone implants are the most popular choice due to their ability to mimic the softness and weight of natural breast tissue closely. Available in a variety of sizes, shapes, and projections, they offer a highly customizable approach to breast augmentation.
One innovative option is gummy implants from Allergan. These implants are filled with silicone gel that maintains its shape, offering a smooth, soft, and squishy feel similar to natural breast tissue. They come in different levels of “gumminess,” allowing for a personalized selection based on your desired look and feel.
Personalized Consultation with Dr. Shafa
Selecting the right breast implants is a critical step in your augmentation journey. Dr. Shafa ensures a thorough, unrushed consultation process where you can explore your options, feel the implants yourself, and understand the advantages of each type. His expertise and guidance will help you make an informed decision tailored to your unique goals.
Another Option: Breast Augmentation with Natural Fat Transfer
Fat grafting, or natural fat transfer breast augmentation, allows women to enhance breast size with their own fat – an entirely natural option. When harvesting the fat cells for transfer, this procedure has the added benefit of slimming another body area, such as love handles, thighs, or abdomen. Once extracted, the fat cells are purified and injected precision into the breasts to add natural volume. This procedure does not dramatically increase breast size but adds subtle volume. Natural fat transfer may also be appropriate as part of breast augmentation with implants to soften the overall look.
Breast Surgery FAQ
How old do I have to be to have breast enlargement surgery?
You should be 18 years old or older to undergo breast augmentation surgery. In accordance with FDA recommendations, saline breast implants are available to patients 18 years old and older, and silicone breast implants are available to patients 22 years old and older.
Is breast surgery painful?
Most breast augmentation procedures are done while the patient is under general anesthesia, but local anesthesia and IV sedation may also be options. In either case, no pain is felt during the procedure and the most uncomfortable portion of your journey will be during recovery, as the anesthesia wears off, but even this is usually tolerable by most patients. Pain medication is usually prescribed.
Will I be able to breastfeed with breast implants?
Most if not all women with breast implants will be able to breastfeed after the procedure without a problem. While there are certainly risks any time an incision is made into the body, breast augmentation surgery is done between the chest wall and the breasts and avoids the milk ducts altogether.
What can I do about tubular breasts?
Cosmetic breast enlargement surgery is a popular and effective solution for treating tubular breasts and can help improve quality of life for many patients struggling with the condition. During your private consultation for tubular breast correction, Dr. Shafa will assess your breasts and determine the best solution for improving their appearance.
Do I need to massage my breasts after breast surgery?
Breast massage can help to maintain the softness and flexibility of your implants over time and can also help reduce the formation of scar tissue. About 7 days after your surgery, you can begin to gently massage the chest, taking care not to disturb the incisions. You can perform breast massage several times a day for a few minutes each time, continuing this routine for the first 3 months after treatment.
How long do breast implants last?
Breast implants are not lifetime devices. On average, implants last between 10 to 15 years, but some may last longer. Regular check-ups with Dr. Shafa and monitoring the condition of the implants are essential for determining when a replacement might be necessary.
What are the risks of breast augmentation surgery?
Like any surgery, breast augmentation carries some risks, including infection, capsular contracture, implant rupture, and changes in sensation. Dr. Shafa will thoroughly discuss all potential risks and guide you through steps to minimize complications.
Why Choose Dr. Shafa for Breast Augmentation in Beverly Hills?
The use of advanced surgical techniques is a vital point in the natural beauty of your new breasts. Dr. Shafa provides an extraordinary level of care and attention to his patients. Dr. Shafa’s knowledge, skill, confidence, and creativity make him the ideal breast augmentation surgeon in Beverly Hills. Your journey will be under the care of a genuine, honest, and exceptionally talented doctor in this procedure. You deserve it.
References
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