Breast Surgery In Sacramento
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation surgery is performed on an outpatient basis in our caring, comfortable, and private surgery suite. We offer silicone and saline implants from Allergan™ and Mentor®. Augmentation is the most common procedure performed. This is done through a very small incision at the aereola, under breast or in the axilla.
- Procedure Length: 1 Hour
- Recovery: Recovery is quick. Return to desk job within 3 to 5 days. Pain is easily controlled with medications.
Breast Lift
Breast Lift can be performed using different techniques such as benelli or donut mastopexy, keyhole, or full inverted “T” incision. A breast lift can be performed at the same time as breast augmentation to enhance the volume as well as shape of the breast. Scars usually heal well and can be minimized by the type of lift performed.
- Procedure Length: 1-3 Hours
- Recovery: Return to desk job in 5 to 7 days. Pain is well controlled with medications. A special bra is provided for you. Full activity in 2 to 3 weeks.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction, or reduction mammaplasty, removes excess fat, glandular tissue, and skin from the breasts, making them smaller, lighter, and firmer. Breasts are lifted at the same time. Scars are more noticeable than a breast lift but usually heal well. Breast reduction is usually performed to reduce pain and discomfort caused by heavy, large breasts, and reduce rash that can occur under the breast area. Breast reduction may be covered by medical insurance.
- Procedure Length: 2 Hours
- Duration of Results: Permanent
- Recovery: Return to desk job 7 to 10 days. full activity 3 weeks. Pain well controlled with medications.
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction after mastectomy is a process that will require staged procedures. Reconstruction may also be performed for deformities other than cancer, such as breast asymmetry or other defects of the breasts. Breast reconstruction can be done using patients own tissues such as the TRAM flap using the abdominal tissues or using the tissues from the back. A more common form of reconstruction uses tissue expander and implants. Nipple reconstruction is the last stage in breast reconstruction. This procedure is covered by medical insurance.
- Procedure Length: Variable
- Duration of Results: Permanent
Combining Procedures
Many of our patients undergo multiple procedures at the same time. Reasons for combining procedures include each patient’s unique goals, recovery time, and cost. Breast procedures are usually combined with liposuction or abdominoplasty. Although almost any other procedure can be safely performed at the same time.
