Breast augmentation can remedy insecurities, increase confidence, and improve overall body proportions. It’s a surgical procedure designed to help people feel more comfortable and content in their skin.
When dealing with a sensitive area like the breasts, you want a surgeon with compassion, expertise, and experience. Dr. Andrew Lofman, MD, FACS is the premier choice for breast augmentation in Bloomfield Hills and all across Michigan. Dr. Lofman is a breast augmentation specialist who has performed thousands of successful procedures in his career and provides individualized care and personal support for each of his patients.
Hear it from the source: listen to Dr. Lofman talks about the breast augmentation procedure.
Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about prepping for, undergoing, and recovering from a breast augmentation in Bloomfield Hills with Dr. Lofman
Hear it from the source: listen to Dr. Lofman talks about the breast augmentation procedure.
Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about prepping for, undergoing, and recovering from a breast augmentation in Bloomfield Hills with Dr. Lofman
WHAT IS BREAST AUGMENTATION?
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that enlarges breast size by inserting implants under the breast tissue. Implants can be made of different materials, and come in many shapes and sizes to make your augmentation fully customizable to your body goals.
Yes, breast augmentation is considered major surgery, but different surgical techniques limit scarring and lengthy recovery periods. Let’s break it down into steps.
STEP 1: ANESTHESIA
Because breast augmentation is a surgical procedure, an anesthetist will administer either general or local anesthesia for your comfort as a patient. You and your surgeon will discuss which option is better suited for you and your procedure.
STEP 2: INCISIONS
There are three commonly used incision sites for breast augmentation procedures.
Periareolar: along the bottom edge of the areola
Inframammary: along the fold underneath the breast
Axillary: in the armpit
Your surgeon’s choice of incision is based upon many factors, including implant type, implant size, patient lifestyle, desired outcome, and more. It’s important to talk through your options with your surgeon and come up with a customized plan.
STEP 3: SURGERY
This is where the surgeon will place the implants through the chosen incision site. The implant is placed either in the pocket behind the pectoral muscle or over the pectoral muscle underneath the breast tissue. Where the implant is placed depends on the type and size of the implant, and also the amount of naturally occurring breast tissue.
STEP 4: CLOSING
After the implants are placed, the surgeon will close the incisions using sutures, skin adhesive, or surgical tape, depending on the type of incision. As your body heals, the scars at the incision sites will naturally fade. Keep reading for some expert tips on breast augmentation recovery.
WHY DO PEOPLE UNDERGO BREAST AUGMENTATION?
There are many reasons why someone might seek out breast augmentation. Here are some of the most popular reasons among our patients in Bloomfield Hills.
DISSATISFIED WITH THE SIZE OF THEIR BREASTS
The most prominent reason that our patients consider breast augmentation is because they are dissatisfied with the natural size of their breasts. Some women might be naturally small-chested and want to look more full. Others might desire a more curvy look to compliment the rest of their figure. No matter what your personal body goals are, Dr. Lofman will design a custom plan for your breast augmentation in Bloomfield Hills.
REVERSE THE EFFECTS OF PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can stretch and flatten the breast tissue and the skin around the breasts, causing a change in shape and density. Because of this, many women choose to have breast augmentation when they are done having children. A breast augmentation can reverse these effects, and restore breast fullness.
ASYMMETRICAL BREASTS
Not all boobs are created equal. Many women experience breast asymmetry. Over half of all women have one breast that is a different size, volume, or position than the other.
Severe breast asymmetry could be an indicator of something more serious, and regular mammograms are important to maintain breast health. However, breast asymmetry is most often completely cosmetic, and normal. Breast augmentation is a great option for correcting asymmetry in shape, size, or volume.
LOOK GOOD TO FEEL GOOD
For a lot of women, changing the way that their breasts look can positively affect the way that they feel about themselves and their bodies. Breast augmentation can be a major confidence boost. Having an elective procedure done can also be empowering.
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GENDER CONFIRMATION
Breast augmentation can also be part of a gender confirmation surgery. While genitals don’t indicate gender, enlarging the breasts with implants may help a person better connect with their gender identity, and feel more confident in their body.
For individuals who are transitioning, this can sometimes be referred to as top surgery. If there is no naturally occurring breast tissue, breast reconstruction may be a better-suited procedure for you. If you have any questions, Dr. Lofman consults with all of his patients before a procedure to provide compassionate care and personalized results.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR BREAST AUGMENTATION EXPERIENCE
STEP 1: CONSULTATION
The consultation is an important step in assessing your breast augmentation goals, and making decisions about size, shape and feel before your procedure. Dr. Lofman consults with each of his patients to discuss your expectations and guide you through the decision-making process.
Pro tip: Bring in a photo for reference during your consultation appointment! Think of it like bringing a Pinterest photo to your hair appointment. It helps your surgeon know exactly what you want, and you can be sure your goals are clearly understood.
STEP 2: SURGERY
At your consultation for a breast augmentation, a nurse will walk you through everything to expect, and how to prepare for your surgery day.
When it comes to the time for your procedure, your plastic surgeon should ensure you are relaxed and at ease. Dr. Lofman and his team will walk you through the day with warmth and a smile, and create the most comfortable and enjoyable process for your breast augmentation in Bloomfield Hills. We want you to feel like family when you’re here; that’s what our practice is all about.
STEP 3: RESULTS
Dr. Lofman is a renowned regional breast augmentation specialist, and he takes pride in his work. He takes great care and time during surgery to make sure that your breast augmentation results exceed your expectations, and leaves you more confident than ever in your body.
While you may experience some swelling directly after your procedure, you can expect amazing results of fuller, rounder breasts, as well as quick recovery and extremely minimal scarring.
Check out some of our amazing surgical results:
