Breast Augmentation & Enlargement
As a woman, there are many reasons you may want to have larger, fuller breasts. Has age, deformity, injury or illness affected the appearance of your breasts? Have they have lost their fullness over the years? Or, after a pregnancy or two, are they no longer as ample as they once were? Perhaps you've compared your breasts to other women's, feeling that yours weren't as sexy or appealing because they weren't as large as you would like.
These are very normal feelings, and breast augmentation (sometimes called breast enhancement) surgery can replace those negative feelings and increase your breast size – boosting your confidence; giving you a shapelier, more feminine appearance; and helping you look better in clothing and swimwear.
The best candidates for this procedure are women who want improvement, not perfection, in the way they look since breast augmentation can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it won't necessarily cause other people to treat you differently or cause you to look your ideal. If you're physically healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.
Once you are ready to move forward with obtaining larger breasts, it's time to discuss your feelings and goals with Dr. Robert Schmid, a leader in Lubbock breast augmentation. He will explain the various types of implants that can be used to give you the results you want and discuss the methods he will use to insert and position your implants. He will answer your questions and explain the entire process, working hard to diffuse any worries or concerns you may have.
For your reference, we've provided basic information on the procedure (in the box entitled “Breast Augmentation at a Glance”) as well as breast augmentation before and after photos so you can see examples of Dr. Schmid's work.
Scheduling your first consultation with Dr. Schmid is easy! Simply call us at 806-797-6398 or contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!
Other Breast Surgery Procedures
Breast Augmentation (Mammaplasty) at a Glance
| Procedure: | Enhance the size of breasts using inflatable implants filled with saline. |
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| Length: | 1 to 2 hours. |
| Anesthesia: | Local with sedation, or general. |
| In/Outpatient | Usually outpatient. |
| In/Outpatient | Usually outpatient. |
| Side Effects: | Temporary soreness, swelling, change in nipple sensation, bruising. Breast sensitive to stimulation for a few weeks. |
| Risks: | Lack of implant permanence – surgical removal or replacement of the implants may be required to treat problems, including: deflation; the formation of scar tissue around the implant (capsular contracture), which may cause the breast to feel tight or hard; bleeding or infection. Increase or decrease in sensitivity of nipples or breast skin, occasionally permanent. Mammography requires a special technique. (Note: Some women have reported symptoms similar to those of immune disorders. Ask your doctor about these and other FDA concerns.) |
| Recovery: | Back to work: a few days. Physical contact with breasts: 3 to 4 weeks. Fading of scars: several months to a year or more. |
| Duration of Results: | Variable. Implants may require removal or replacement. |
Dr. Schmid and his amazing staff have truly made a difference in my life. They have become more than a part of my medical team, they have become my friends.