Breast Augmentation 10 MOST COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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1.   Who is a candidate for breast augmentation?
    Any woman who wishes to enhance her body contour, feels her breasts are too small, experiences a reduction in size after pregnancy, or wishes to balance a difference in breast size.

2. How much does it cost?
    Approximately $3800.00 for saline implants. This cost includes the hospital, anesthesiologist fee and Dr. Padgett's fee. Dr. Padgett operates in accredited facilities and uses only board certified anesthesiologists.

3. What should I look for in my Plastic Surgeon?
    Your Plastic Surgeon should be board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. It is also very important that your surgeon be concerned about the quality of care provided. Make sure your Plastic Surgeon uses a Medical Doctor for anesthesia and operates in a Hospital or accredited facility. Your Surgeon should also be willing to listen to your concerns and help you decide on the size you would like to be. Be happy with your decision!

4. What is the procedure and how long does it take?
    Dr. Padgett will make the incision in the inframammary crease. This is the best place to hide the incision. She will then create a pocket underneath the chest muscle or breast tissue and insert a breast implant. The procedure usually takes 1 to 1 1/2 hours. After surgery you will be taken to the recovery room for several hours before you are able to go home. Plan to have someone take you home and stay with you for at least 24 hours.

5. Is the procedure painful?
    You will experience some discomfort, swelling, and tenderness after surgery. But Dr. Padgett will prescribe you a pain medicine. If the implants are placed under the muscle, expect to experience the kind of pain you would have with a pulled muscle.

6. What is a breast implant?
    A breast implant is a silicone shell filled with either saline solution (salt water) or silicone gel. The implants used for breast augmentation are the saline.

7. How long is the recovery process?
    You will feel tired and sore after surgery but within 3-4 days you will be able to get up and around and be able to return to work if your job is not too physical and demanding.
Allow six weeks for total recovery from breast augmentation.

8. Will I have scars?
    The scar is short and is hidden in the breast crease.

9. Does breast enlargement affect breast feeding?
    Most women are able to breast feed after surgery.

10. Are there any risks involved?
    With any surgery there are risks and uncertainties. Some uncommon but possible risks can include changes in nipple and breast sensation, implant leakage, wrinkling of the implant, encapsulation of the implant, infection, bleeding around the implant, inability to guarantee size. Please read about the breast surgery and be sure to ask your surgeon any questions you may have.