Whether you have lost volume to your breasts after pregnancy or were born smaller than you would like, Chesterfield Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is here to help. A breast augmentation surgery can quickly enhance your size, shape, and appearance… as well as your confidence. We take pride in helping women feel great about their breasts.
During your initial consultation, your surgeon will review your goals and desires, assess your anatomy, and discuss any significant changes to your breasts. They will then walk you through the implant process, reviewing the various implant shapes, styles, and projections. You will have the opportunity to examine and feel all of the latest, most technologically advanced implants on the market today. If you determine a breast augmentation is right for you, our silicone implant sizing system will help you decide what looks best for your body.
Our surgeons believe your breast augmentation should as painless as possible, with a speedy recovery. That is why they use a Rapid Recovery Breast Augmentation process. Every step of this meticulous technique minimizes trauma to breast tissue and chest wall, thereby reducing pain and bruising. This lets our patients quickly return to most normal daily activities within 24 hours. Patients also have the option to have a pain pump catheter placed within the breast pocket, bathing the surgical site with a numbing medication for up to 3 days, which helps decrease postoperative nausea and pain medication use.
Breast augmentation surgery can be performed as part of another surgical procedure as well, including Mommy Makeovers, Breast Lifts, and correction of Breast Asymmetries.
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Smoking and all forms of nicotine should be stopped 2-4 weeks prior to breast surgery. This includes e-cigarettes, patches, and gum.
Any medications and supplements which cause an increased risk of bleeding should be stopped 2 weeks prior to any major surgery. Please see our list of medications and supplements to avoid. As always, make sure to check with your doctor before stopping any medications.
Your surgeon will make a small incision either in the fold under your breast, or at the bottom of your areola. A precise pocket will be created under the breast using meticulous technique and minimal tissue trauma. A temporary sizer will be placed ensuring the implant selected will match your desired look, and ensure the breasts are as symmetrical as possible. Once a great size and shape have been confirmed, they will irrigate everything with a special antibiotic solution as part of our standard process to minimize infections and future capsular contractures. 
Our surgeons then use a Keller Funnel to gently insert the implant into the surgical pocket. This allows smaller incisions to be used and ensures the implant never touches your skin, further decreasing infection risks. Once they ensure everything looks amazing, your surgeon meticulously closes the incision in several layers of absorbable sutures and places a special skin glue to help seal out bacteria and waterproof the area.
Breast augmentation patients are able to return to the comfort of their homes later that day. Most women will feel sore for a few days but still be able to eat, shower, bathe, etc. without much issue. Pain pump catheters are removed in 3 days, and your first postoperative visit with your surgeon is in 1 week. Most women plan to take 3-5 days off of work during the initial recovery. Plan to minimize lifting to no more than 5 pounds for the first week. You can gradually increase activities after that time, with a return to light exercises in 2 weeks, and full activities 6 weeks postoperatively.
As the breast tissue (and nerves) get stretched during the augmentation process, it is normal to have some changes to nipple sensation (hypersensitivity vs. numbness). Tightness or pressure in the chest area will improve as the muscles relax and your body gets accustomed to the new implants. Your surgeon may prescribe muscle relaxant medication to assist you in remaining comfortable during this time.
Plan to wear your postoperative support bra and/or band at all times other than bathing for the first few weeks for all the implants to heal in the right position.
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HOW MUCH DOES BREAST AUGMENTATION COST?The cost of Breast Augmentation varies because it is a highly individualized surgery tailored for each patient. The overall price may include anesthesia, operating room facilities, new breast implants, and other related expenses. Additional tests and imaging may also add to your total. Contact us for additional information
Contact St. Luke’s Medical Group today to schedule a consultation for your Breast Augmentation in St. Louis. We will take the time to guide you through the entire process, ensuring results that fully satisfy your aesthetic needs. Contact us today!
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