Breast Augmentation (Mammoplasty) In Staten Island, New York, Brooklyn, New York And Elisabeth, New Jersey.
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Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty or breast implants is a surgical procedure to increase the size of the breasts. During a breast implant procedure performed at his Staten Island practice, Dr. Decorato can increase your chest by several bra cup sizes through the insertion of a silicone or saline implant behind your natural breast tissue. Breast augmentation is the most popular plastic surgery procedure in the United States today, and thousands of Staten Island women have chosen to alter the size of their bust line through breast implants.
Are Breast Implants Right For Me?
Women in Staten Island choose to undergo breast augmentation for a number of reasons. Many women feel that their breast size is too small for their body. This is also a common procedure following the loss of breast tissue due to weight loss, pregnancy, aging, trauma, or a mastectomy to treat breast cancer. Augmentation mammoplasty helps Staten Island, NY patients achieve more proportionate or symmetrical breasts, improving overall self-confidence.
Of course breast implants are right for you! If you are unhappy with the current size or shape of your breasts, and are an adult woman in good overall health, you are an ideal candidate for this procedure. Most teens are advised to wait until they reach adulthood, as the breast volume may still be growing.
How Much Does A Breast Augmentation Cost?
The total price for your breast augmentation varies depending on the type and size of implant, among other considerations. Each case is unique and pricing will be discussed during your complimentary consultation at Dr. Decorato’s Staten Island office.
How Involved Is The Breast Implant Procedure?
With breast augmentation, the first step is selecting the right size, shape, and type of implants. You will work with your surgeon to determine the appropriate implants before your surgery is scheduled. Many Staten Island breast implant patients find it helpful to view breast augmentation before and after photos when considering the various options available to them.
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The procedure to insert the implants takes about two hours, and requires general anesthesia. First, incisions are created to allow the surgeon access to the breast tissue. These incisions are usually between one and three inches long, and may be located in the armpit, the belly button, around the areola, or along the crease under the breasts. The breast implants are subsequently positioned in the chest. Once they have been placed in a natural position, the incisions are closed with sutures.
How Long Is Recovery After Breast Augmentation?
Most patients in Staten Island who undergo breast augmentation plan to take one to two weeks off from work and other obligations. Strenuous activities must be avoided for a month to six weeks.
During the initial recovery phase, common side effects experienced by Dr. Decorato’s breast implant patients include bruises around the insertion site, swelling, tenderness or soreness, and discomfort during the initial 2 to 4 days.
Patients recovering from a breast augmentation should wear surgical dressings or a surgical bra, as required by the surgeon, to minimize side-effects. In addition, patients must realize that breast implants are not typically considered permanent. Most breast implants available today will need to be replaced in one to two decades. Additionally, many women opt for revision surgeries to enhance the appearance of their breasts as the aging process continues.
What should I do next?
Now that you have an idea of what to expect, call Dr. Decorato’s Staten Island office to schedule your initial consultation. There is no charge or obligation. Dr. Decorato will answer all your questions and advise you about financial options available to you. Call now! Once you make this first step, you are well on your way to a shapelier breast line!
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