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Breast Enhancement

Breast Augmentation

The right implant is not the largest implant. It is the implant that fits your body.
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Anesthesia

General, outpatient

Procedure time

About 1–2 hours

Back to desk work

Often within a few days

Implant options

Silicone, saline, structured

Overview

For many women it is not about looking different. It is about proportions that match the way you already see yourself, or getting back what pregnancy, nursing, or weight change slowly took away.

Dr. Whitlock views augmentation as a sizing conversation instead of a catalog of options. Implant size, profile and type will be chosen based on your breast measurements, existing breast tissue and the desired result you are asking for instead of a number on a box.

Is it right for you?

You may be a good candidate if the following describe you:

  • You feel that your breast size does not match the rest of your body.
  • You have lost breast size or changed your proportion due to pregnancy, nursing or weight gain/loss.
  • You have a noticeable asymmetry in your breasts that you would like to correct.
  • You are in good overall health and are not a smoker and are making this decision yourself.

How the procedure works

During your consultation implant type (saline, silicone or structured), implant size and profile will be discussed with your measurements in mind. The goal is achieving a natural result both in and out of clothing instead of an appearance that looks like a surgical procedure.

Implant placement (above or below the muscle) and incision site will be chosen to fit your anatomy and to provide discreet scarring. Surgery is performed as an outpatient under general anesthesia.

If there is sagging that cannot be corrected with an implant alone, Dr. Whitlock will discuss whether a lift should also be included in the surgery.

Recovery

First 24–48 hoursMost patients are up and moving the same day. Discomfort is managed with prescribed medications.
3–5 daysMany patients are able to return to desk and light work within several days.
2–6 weeksStrenuous activity and upper body lifting are gradually reintroduced as Dr. Whitlock clears you.
Up to 6 monthsImplants will settle into their final position and shape will continue to improve.
Common questions

Breast Augmentation questions

Answers to questions patients ask most about this procedure.
How do I know what size is right?
There is no one right answer and that is by design. The right size depends on your breast measurements, existing breast tissue and your desired proportion. Dr. Whitlock will work with you on sizing options so that you can leave the consultation with a clear picture of what the result will look like on your body.
Silicone or saline: what is the difference?
Both are FDA approved. Silicone implants tend to have a more natural feel. Saline implants are filled during surgery and can allow for a slightly smaller incision. Dr. Whitlock will discuss both options with you and explain the differences in plain language.
Will I need to replace my implants eventually?
Implants are not necessarily lifetime devices but many patients go a decade or more without needing any changes. Some patients choose to have a revision later for personal reasons or sometimes for medical reasons. Regular follow ups are the best way to monitor implants over time.
When can I get back to working out?
Walking is encouraged early. Higher impact and upper body activities are gradually reintroduced over several weeks as your recovery shows you are cleared to do so. Dr. Whitlock will set clearances at your follow up appointments.

Recovery guide

What to expect, week by week

Healing timelines vary. Use this as a general reference and follow your specific post-operative instructions from Dr. Whitlock.

What to Expect

  • Rest at home, light drainage possible
  • Prescription pain management in effect

Your Routine

  • Ice packs wrapped in cloth, 20 minutes on and 20 off
  • Sleep on your back, raised about 30°

Talk it through before you decide.

Cost, scars, time off, photos, and whether or not the results will be worth it are all part of the same conversation. These trade-offs will be discussed during the consultation.

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