The board certified plastic surgeons of the Breast Reconstruction Center of NYC are top experts in the highly specialized field of breast augmentation (with breast implants) plastic surgery.
Breast augmentations or breast enhancements with breast implants are the number one plastic surgery performed by cosmetic plastic surgeons in Manhattan, New York City and across the country. According to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery over 250,000 breast augmentation procedures (with breast implants) were performed in 2023.
Contemporary silicone breast implants used during breast augmentation surgery are more cohesive and have an excellent safety record. Scientific research has concluded that silicone breast implants do not cause disease or breast cancer.
A breast augmentation plastic surgeon uses breast implants to surgically increase or, in some cases, restore breast size. It is a safe procedure that can lead to extremely natural results, creating a rejuvenated and more feminine-looking body.
There are many different types of breast implants available for breast augmentation plastic surgery and our plastic surgeons will discuss your options with you during your complimentary consultation:
- Saline or silicone gel breast implants
- Round or tear shaped
- Smooth or textured
The number of breast implant options for your breast augmentation plastic surgery may seem overwhelming, but your first step is a consultation with our plastic surgeons at their Manhattan, New York practice, who will help you select the best choices for your frame and lifestyle. After a thoughtful discussion about your questions, concerns, and goals for your customized breast augmentation surgery, your plastic surgeon will discuss the options and the surgical procedure in detail. To help you select the correct size, he will measure your chest and breasts for diameter, projection, and nipple location. You will try on implants of various sizes in your bra and under a favorite top to see what looks best on your frame.
Breast Implant Incision Site
To perform breast augmentation surgery, a small incision is required to insert the breast implant. These incision sites are designed to be inconspicuous to help minimise scar visibility. These 3 incision sites are:
- Inframammary Fold (IMF) – this is one of the most popular breast augmentation incision sites as it is placed just in the breast fold. This ensures the scar being hidden while standing, wearing clothing. However, it may be slightly visible while lying down.
- Periareolar – this incision type takes place around the areolar (small ring of colour around the nipple), allowing any scarring to be concealed by the colour and shape of the nipple.
- Transaxillary – this incision type is a little more complicated and less popular. The incision is placed along the armpit, which is where your implant is inserted through. No scarring will be visible in the breast area; however, the scar will be visible when your arm is lifted.
Please note: The most suitable type of breast implants will vary from patient to patient, depending on factors such as breast shape and the amount of loose skin.
Breast augmentation with breast implants is the most common cosmetic plastic surgery in America and worldwide. Generally, the breast augmentation is performed to achieve fuller breasts. This procedure is also often requested after pregnancy or significant weight loss to address breast volume, shape and symmetry.
Women seek Breast Augmentation (with breast implants) to:
- Enlarge smaller breasts
- Improve asymmetrical breasts
- Increase projection and fullness of breasts
- Reconstruct breasts after mastectomy or injury
- Enhance breast volume and shape after pregnancy, weight loss or breastfeeding
- Increase self esteem
Breast Reconstruction Center of NYC
590 5th Ave, Suite 1124
New York, NY 1003
(646) 350-1675