Question 1

What’s the difference between a breast lift and breast augmentation?

Accepted Answer

The differences between breast lift and breast augmentation procedures can be confusing. Both procedures focus on the appearance of the breasts, but they address different concerns. A breast lift elevates breasts that are sagging due to natural aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or other factors. It changes the shape and form of your breasts, and raises the breasts’ position. In some cases, a breast lift can be combined with augmentation to simultaneously elevate and increase the size of the breasts.Breast augmentation only adds volume to the breasts. If you have mild breast sagging, implants may provide the appearance of a subtle lift, but moderate to severe sagging cannot be corrected by inserting implants without a breast lift.

Question 2

Is breast augmentation revision possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Breast implant revision procedures require a plastic surgeon such as Dr. Ching, who has the expertise needed to perform what is typically a more complicated surgery than the initial breast augmentation. If you have concerns about the results of a breast augmentation performed by another surgeon and are experiencing complications, please be sure to clarify when you schedule a consultation with Dr. Ching.

Question 3

How long does the procedure take?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the placement of incisions and the positioning of the implant, a breast augmentation procedure can take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours to carry out.

Question 4

Will the procedure result in permanent scarring?

Accepted Answer

As with any surgical procedure, breast augmentation procedures involve incisions. These incisions will ultimately develop into scars. That said, there are steps that patients can take to ensure that their scars are light and less noticeable.

Question 5

Will I need anesthesia for my breast augmentation?

Accepted Answer

The procedure can be performed either under general or local anesthesia. Patients can learn more about these options during their private consultation.