Breast
Thousands of women undergo breast surgery procedures each year in the United States with the basic goal of improving their quality of life. These surgical procedures – whether cosmetic or reconstructive - can make a significant impact in a woman’s well being, affecting physical, social, sexual and psychological aspects of her quality of life.
The following procedures are commonly performed by plastic surgeons to either correct an unacceptable age-related or congenital breast condition, or enhance the breasts to meet a patient’s personal aesthetic ideal.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is performed enlarge a woman's breasts and thereby enhance her body proportions. Breast implants are medical devices made with a silicone rubber outer shell. The implant shell is filled with either saline solution (sterile salt water) or elastic silicone gel. Both saline and silicone gel breast implants are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, meaning that the devices have been rigorously researched and tested, and reviewed by an independent panel of physicians for safety.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction is a common surgical procedure that reduces breast size in women who experience pain, irritation and self-consciousness regarding their body shape. Also known as reduction mammoplasty, this surgery removes fat, skin and glandular tissue from the breasts, while lifting and reshaping them to exhibit a more youthful appearance. Large breasts (also known as female breast hypertrophy or macromastia) can cause a variety of medical problems, but the patient may also be dissatisfied due to cosmetic reasons.
Breast Lift
A breast lift can elevate breasts that are sagging, restoring them to a more youthful position. Technically known as mastopexy, this procedure is the only method proven to lift breasts after they have descended below a certain point. By removing skin and excess glandular tissue, the breasts become firmer and also get elevated to a higher position on the chest wall. For some patients, a breast lift can decrease the size of the areolas or increase breast fullness when combined with breast augmentation.
Corrective Breast Surgery
If you have undergone a breast augmentation and achieved unsatisfactory results, a revision procedure with Dr. Ljung may be recommended for you. The goal of this surgery, whether it’s a simple or complex procedure, is to A) correct aesthetic problems related to breast implants or B) address complications of previous breast augmentation
Although breast implants do not have an expiration date, they often need to be replaced after several years. For this reason, you should form a partnership with a qualified plastic surgeon to prepare for the possibility of necessary revisions. There are many possible reasons for a revision procedure: you may change your preferences, your aesthetic results may change during the aging process, or an unexpected event (a complication or medical issue) may occur.
