Frequently Asked Questions

Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty that involves the reconstruction, restoration, or alteration of the human body. It can be cosmetic or reconstructive in nature.

Cosmetic plastic surgery focuses on enhancing a person’s appearance through surgical and medical techniques. Reconstructive plastic surgery, on the other hand, is performed to correct defects or abnormalities caused by congenital conditions, trauma, infection, tumors, or disease.

There are two main types of breast implants: saline implants, which are filled with sterile saltwater, and silicone implants, which are filled with silicone gel. Both types have their own advantages and disadvantages, and the choice between them depends on factors such as personal preference and desired outcomes.

Breast augmentation surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. The surgeon will make incisions either in the inframammary fold (under the breast), around the areola (periareolar), or in the armpit (transaxillary), and then insert the implants either behind the breast tissue (subglandular) or behind the chest muscle (submuscular).

Recovery after breast augmentation surgery varies from person to person, but most patients can expect some swelling, bruising, and discomfort in the days following the procedure. Patients are typically advised to avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting for several weeks and to wear a supportive bra as directed by their surgeon.