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3 Things to Know Before Breast Revision Surgery

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In my experience, most patients are very satisfied with their results following a breast augmentation procedure, although there can be exceptions. Certain women may want to revise their initial breast augmentation results, whether this is due to changes like stretched skin that occur due to weight fluctuation or aging, complications with their implants like capsular contracture, or simply out of a desire for another change to their breast size. Regardless of why they seek their cosmetic alteration, these tweaks are possible thanks to breast revision surgery.

3 Things to Know Before Breast Revision Surgery

When performed by a skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon, breast revision can alter the results of a previous breast augmentation for women who aren’t happy with either the look and/or feel of their new breasts. Educating yourself about breast revision surgery and all your potential options is essential in order to make an informed decision about your procedure. That’s why I have provided some helpful things to know for any patient curious about breast revision and what results it can help them achieve.

You’ll Need Some Time Between Your Procedures

I instruct all my breast revision patients to wait at least one year after their breast augmentation before undergoing breast revision surgery. This time is necessary in order for the body to fully heal and for the final results of the augmentation to be seen. After all, there is no way to be sure that you’re not satisfied with your new breasts until you’ve seen their final form.

You Have Choices To Consider Before Your Breast Revision

Just like before your initial breast augmentation, you will need to make a number of choices before undergoing a breast revision. First, you’ll need to choose which type of new implants that you want (saline, silicone, etc.). Additionally, you’ll need to decide on the new breast size you prefer, as well as the placement of the implant, whether or not you also want or need a breast lift, and more.

There Could Be Additional Scarring

Whenever possible, I will use the same incision used during the patient’s previous breast augmentation to minimize any additional scarring. However, some patients may require a breast lift to address loose and saggy skin and/or muscle at the same time as their breast revision in order to get the best-possible results. In these cases, there may be additional scarring. However, these scars will fade with time and can be easily concealed by a bra or bathing suit

No patient should feel like she didn’t get the absolute best cosmetic surgery experience possible. Additionally, patients should have the option to change as her body does. Breast revision provides women with a second chance to achieve the look that they always wanted. For more information or to schedule your plastic surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. And don’t forget to follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ to stay up-to-date on the latest cosmetic surgery news, photos, and more.

How Do I Know if I Need a Breast Lift or a Breast Augmentation?

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As a double board-certified plastic surgeon who has been performing cosmetic breast procedures for over 35 years, I have received thousands of questions from patients over the years about the various breast procedure options. Of these questions, perhaps the one I have received most over the years is from patients who want to know the difference between a breast lift and breast augmentation. Although both procedures can provide life-changing results, they do so in drastically different ways.

The truth is that breast lifts and breast augmentation address different issues that affect the appearance of the breasts. Breast lift surgery, or mastopexy, can treat sagging breasts to help women achieve a perkier, younger-looking chest contour. During the procedure, I remove excess skin from the breast and then tighten and reshape the remaining breast tissue to provide more youthful, elevated breasts. This differs significantly from a breast augmentation procedure, in which the patient’s breast size and volume is increased using a breast implant.

Both procedures can actually be combined for patients who seek even more comprehensive breast contouring results. Check out the video below where I go into detail about the benefits of breast lifts and breast augmentation procedures:

Fully understanding the differences between these procedures is an important first step towards determining the right cosmetic breast surgery for you. Regardless of which way you’re leaning, a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon is required to determine the surgery that will best address your issues and help you reach your personal aesthetic goals. For more information or to schedule a breast surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. And please check out my gallery of cosmetic breast procedure photos on my website. You can also follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for more plastic surgery news, photos, and updates.

Ask Dr. Elliott: What is the Difference Between a Breast Reduction and Breast Lift?

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Choosing the right plastic surgery procedure can be more complicated than it sounds, especially for a patient who is trying to decide with little to no guidance. The right choice depends not only on your cosmetic goals but also on the underlying cause of the problem in some cases (e.g., excess skin vs. excess fat). Only the knowledge and experience of a board-certified plastic surgeon offers a comprehensive enough understanding of your options and your anatomy to determine what procedure is the ideal one for you. Still, I believe in educating my patients as much as possible, so to help you narrow down your choices, I’m taking a closer look at one of the more common questions I hear: what is the difference between a breast reduction and a breast lift?

Ask Dr. Elliott What is the Difference Between a Breast Reduction and Breast LiftAs their names indicate, both of these cosmetic surgeries have distinct goals: breast reduction aims to reduce the size of the breast, while breast lift focuses on lifting the breasts to a higher and more youthful position. The breast reduction procedure involves removing breast tissue and fat in order to give the patient breasts that are more comfortable and proportionate to the body. A breast lift, on the other hand, generally removes only excess skin (rather than breast tissue and fat) while also repositioning the nipple.

Here’s the important distinction: a breast reduction typically involves a lift as well, because it’s generally necessary in order to create results the patient will be happy with. A breast lift, on the other hand, can either be performed by itself (with no change to the breast size) or alongside a breast augmentation (so that breast implants are used to make the breasts both larger and more youthful). Deciding which of these options is ideal for you will require a combination of your own self-reflection to determine what your goals are, as well as a personal consultation with a plastic surgeon who can explain what results you can expect from each option.

Having successful plastic surgery begins long before the operating room. It’s crucial to choose a qualified, experienced, and specialized board-certified plastic surgeon who makes you feel comfortable and who can not only perform your surgery well but can also guide you throughout the process. If you’re ready to get started, schedule a consultation with me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. Or, for more health tips and plastic surgery news, follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

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