Breast Augmentation 101: Candidacy, Recovery, & More
What Is A Breast Augmentation?
A breast augmentation, also known as an augmentation mammoplasty, is a great procedure if you want to enhance the size, shape, or symmetry of your breasts. To do this, your plastic surgeon will implant a silicone or saline filled implant either above or below the muscle, to give you your desired shape and size.
| Duration of surgery | Typically between 1 - 1.5 hours |
|---|---|
| Time Out Of Work | 1 week |
| Activity Restrictions | No cardiovascular activity or heavy lifting (>5lbs) for 4-6 weeks after surgery |
| Results Timetable | Enhancement: Immediate 70% Swelling reduction: 4 - 6 weeks Full Settling and recovery: 3 - 6 months |
| Anesthesia | General |
| BMI requirement | Must have a BMI of 40 or lower |
| Scar Placement/Visibility | Typically within the crease of the breast which provides the most hidden visibility (inframammary). Rarely, around the nipple (periareolar). |
| Price | Unlock here |
Is Breast Augmentation Performed Under Local Or General Anesthesia?
Breast augmentation surgery is performed under general anesthesia and the procedure typically lasts between 60-90 minutes.
Who Is A Candidate For A Breast Augmentation?
Patients who identify with the following may be a good candidate for a breast augmentation. However, the only way to determine your candidacy for breast augmentation surgery is to meet with a plastic surgeon during a consultation:
Desire to increase the size of your breasts
Desire to correct asymmetry of your breasts
Not currently breastfeeding
No medical conditions that will impair healing
Non-smoker or willing to quit smoking 6 weeks before and after surgery
How Long Is Breast Augmentation Recovery?
Usually patients are able to return to work one week after surgery. However, patients must avoid cardiovascular activity and cannot lift anything above 5 lbs for about 4 - 6 weeks after surgery or until they’ve been cleared by their plastic surgeon.
It is important to understand that each patient is unique and your recovery time can depend on a variety of factors.
Enhancement: Immediate
70% Swelling reduction: 4 - 6 weeks
Full settling and recovery: 3 - 6 months
If you’re interested in booking a consultation with one of our talented breast augmentation plastic surgeons in Orlando, FL, we offer both virtual and in-person consultations where you will receive an evaluation, discuss your goals, ask any questions you may have, and then receive an exact quote along with financing information. To book your consultation, call us at (407) 377-5438 or fill out our online form here and a patient concierge will be in contact with you.