Breast Augmentation West Palm Beach & Jupiter
Many women in South Florida seek help in this area because a woman’s breasts have a considerable impact on appearance, confidence, and sense of femininity. Breast enhancement plastic surgery procedures can offer a dramatic change or subtle improvement, depending on what will best complement your personality and lifestyle.
Breast augmentation surgery is a safe and effective way to increase breast size. It helps you feel fantastic about your body and totally comfortable displaying its feminine curves. Learn why women come to Jupiter from Palm Beach and throughout South Florida for breast augmentation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jason Cooper by requesting a consultation today.
Contact our cosmetic plastic surgery office by calling (561) 406-6574 or scheduling a consultation.
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Your West Palm Beach Breast Augmentation Consultation
It is vital to make sure your surgeon has the training and skill to deliver safe and outstanding breast augmentation results. The consultation is an essential part of the process, allowing you to ask critical questions that address your concerns. It also lets you learn about your surgeon and their credentials to see if they are a wise choice.
Dr. Cooper uses this time to learn about you, as well. He will ask pertinent questions about your health and cosmetic goals. He wants to understand the primary reasons you seek breast enhancement. Dr. Cooper believes that communication between patient and surgeon is critical for optimal results. He will educate you on implant type, size, and advantages. He may also suggest a breast lift to revive that upward curve.
Candidacy for Breast Augmentation in West Palm Beach
There are multiple reasons women seek breast augmentation surgery, but the most common purpose is to increase size. However, not all women blame nature for their breast size or shape. Pregnancy or significant weight fluctuation cause many women to seek cosmetic help with their breasts. But no matter whether genetics or life events inspire women to look for an enhancement, the issues are generally similar.
Breast augmentation surgery benefits patients who:
- Want to enhance breast size and shape
- Want to improve breast projection
- Want to boost self-confidence and body self-esteem
- Want to look great in the latest fashions
The good news is a breast augmentation procedure can resolve these issues to enhance a woman’s curves and add volume to the bust.
Breast Implants: What Are My Options?
This surgery employs implants to increase the size of a woman’s breasts. Dr. Cooper utilizes different types of breast implants to tailor results to patients’ individual goals. We classify these devices into two types: saline and silicone. But that’s not the only difference between breast implants.
Breast Implant Types
Your implant choice will include size, shape, profile, and core material, all of which will have an impact on how they look and feel after surgery.
Size
Shape
Round or anatomic (teardrop).
Profile
Determines how your breasts will project from the chest wall. It factors in width at the base and the volume.
Core
The filler inside can be either saline or silicone.
Implant Placement
There are two areas Dr. Cooper can insert your breast implants – behind or above the pectoral muscle. He prefers what is known as a dual-plane subpectoral procedure for most of his patients. This type of breast augmentation places the upper part of the implant behind the pectoral muscle with the lower implant behind the breast tissue. This technique creates a more natural shape while allowing for more soft tissue coverage, minimizing rippling or visible edges.
He may recommend placing the breast implants behind the breast tissue but above the pectoral muscle if you have enough natural breast tissue to hide the implant and avoid rippling.
Incision Location
To reduce the risk of visible scarring, Dr. Cooper keeps the incisions short. Here are three locations he uses for breast augmentation procedures:
Periareolar
Dr. Cooper will perform a small incision at the bottom edge of the areola (pigmented skin around the nipple), resulting in less scarring that typically fades into the skin tone. This incision technique is perfect for saline implants that don’t require a longer incision. Dr. Cooper inserts the implant shell first, then fills it when it’s in position.
Inframammary
This incision traces the natural breast crease allowing the breast to fall over any scarring that may result. This technique is the most common and is suitable for both saline and silicone implants. Because silicone implants have the filler already inside, these incisions work best.
Transaxillary
Dr. Cooper performs this incision off the breast, within the armpit. This technique is perfect for a woman who doesn’t want any scarring on her chest. However, this placement provides no direct view of the breast pocket for insertion.
Jason Cooper, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Trust your results to Dr. Jason Cooper, a board-certified plastic surgeon with nearly 20 years of experience and a top 1% facelift and neck lift practice in the U.S. Known for his natural aesthetic and meticulous approach, he delivers safe, personalized results using the latest advanced techniques.
Recovery for Breast Augmentation in West Palm Beach
The Day of Surgery
Once Dr. Cooper completes your surgery in our state-of-the-art surgical center, you will wake up in our recovery room under close observation from our surgical team.
- A friend or family member is allowed to be with you at this time.
- Once you get home, you should rest with your back at a 30-degree angle to reduce swelling.
- We recommend you purchase a pillow wedge to prop yourself up or sleep in a recliner.
We encourage you to get up and move the day of surgery to help circulation.
The Day After Surgery
We recommend you have a friend or family member stay with you throughout the first night, as you will be a bit groggy from surgery.
- You will have a compression bra on to help support your breast implants and incisions.
- Your chest may feel tight, but this is normal.
- You will have pain meds for your comfort.
You may shower 24 hours after your surgery, but avoid taking a bath or submerging your breasts in water for four weeks.
First Week After Surgery
As we change your bandages, you may notice your breasts riding high and not as large as you would expect. Don’t be alarmed, as your implants have yet to fall into their permanent position.
- You will continue wearing the compression bra day and night.
- Your breasts may feel hard and have the occasional twinge.
- Don’t drive while under medication.
- Have contact information readily available in case of any complications.
Though recovery is a different experience from one patient to the next, most women return to work about a week after surgery.
Next Six Weeks
Women who work out to maintain their figure should be cautious about easing back into their routine.
- Avoid strenuous exercise to start; light walking is possible after three weeks.
- Wear a sports bra during exercise.
- Allow four weeks to pass before resuming your full workouts.
You should follow Dr. Cooper’s post-surgical instructions religiously to ensure successful results.
Learn More About Breast Augmentation
If you are considering breast augmentation and are in the process of deciding if it is the best option for you, we recommend that you get professional advice. Dr. Cooper invites you to our stress-free office environment to get the information you need to make a wise decision.
Contact our cosmetic plastic surgery office by calling (561) 406-6574 or scheduling a consultation. We have locations in Jupiter and Palm Beach, FL, and proudly serve patients visiting us from all over Florida and beyond.
Breast Augmentation FAQs
What else should I consider?
If your breasts droop or sag, you may want to combine a breast lift with your augmentation. This additional procedure will give them that youthful upward curve. Many women over 40 need a breast lift. The best way to determine if you require one is to see if your nipples fall below your natural breast crease.
What about a mammogram for breast cancer screening after surgery?
Your new implants may hide any abnormalities in your breast tissue, making cancer screening more challenging. In addition, mammogram techs need to take specific measures for women with implants, so it’s essential to let the technician know you’ve had a breast augmentation.
What are the risks of Breast Augmentation surgery?
While breast augmentation is a safe and effective cosmetic procedure, every procedure brings potential complications, including the following:
- Capsular contracture: Scar tissue around the implant forms and hardens. It can cause breasts to feel firm or hard and may change breast shape. It may cause some discomfort, and revision surgery is necessary to remove scar tissue or replace the implant.
- Loss of nipple sensation: This issue is often temporary, but permanent nerve damage is possible.
- Asymmetry: This concern is when one breast is larger than another after surgery.
- Rupture: An implant may rupture, deflate, or leak due to trauma or defect.
Over time, the implant may shift position, ripple, or change shape. As a result, revision surgery may be necessary to remove or replace your implants to correct any of these complications.
What is the average breast augmentation cost in Palm Beach, FL?
A breast augmentation cost depends on many factors, including breast type, body type, the severity of cosmetic issues, incision type, implant type, and more.
To get an accurate breast augmentation cost analysis, contact Dr. Cooper today for a breast augmentation consultation.