Breast Implants in Las Vegas
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Breast augmentation with implants is a surgical procedure that enhances the size and shape of a person’s breasts. It involves placing breast implants filled with either silicone gel or saline solution to achieve one’s desired aesthetic goals. Many individuals seek breast augmentation to improve their self-esteem, enhance body symmetry, correct breast asymmetry, or restore breast volume lost after pregnancy or weight loss.
At Las Vegas Body Sculpting we offer customizable breast augmentation procedures to restore natural-looking and long-lasting volume. Dr. Mustafa Ahmed, a board-certified cosmetic surgeon, has helped thousands of patients improve their figures and accentuate their curves with customizable procedures. Contact our Las Vegas office or call (702) 899-8100 to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can improve your appearance with a breast enhancement procedure.
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About Breast Implants
Breast implants can restore your figure and provide natural-looking volume so you can feel better about your appearance. Implants can help you achieve fuller cleavage and help your clothes fit more comfortably. Although volume loss is common after weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and aging, it can take a toll on your self-esteem. It can also impact your daily life by affecting the way your clothing fits and distorting your body proportions.
Breast augmentation is an effective procedure that has helped thousands of women regain confidence in their appearance. To help patients achieve their body goals and restore volume to their breasts, specialists performed the effective procedure more than 304,100 times in 2023. (1)
Types of Breast Implants
The type of implant you receive will depend on your body type, proportions, and underlying anatomy. Dr. Ahmed offers several types of implants based on your body size and shape to help you achieve your desired look:
- Silicone implants: Silicone gel implants are composed of a silicone outer shell filled with a viscous silicone gel. Most patients describe the feel of silicone gel implants as more similar to natural breast tissue compared to saline implants. Additionally, they typically have a lower rupture rate.
- Saline implants: Saline implants consist of a silicone outer shell filled with sterile saline solution. Some patients prefer saline implants because the incision needed for placement can be smaller since the implants are filled once inserted. Additionally, saline is absorbed by the body in case of rupture.
Breast Augmentation Benefits
After a breast implant procedure, you can enjoy several benefits that include:
- Improved breast shape: We can help you achieve rounder, fuller cleavage and perkier breasts with implants.
- Balanced proportions: Fuller, plumper breasts can rebalance your body for a curvier physique.
- Improved breast symmetry: Implants can correct breast asymmetry and provide a rounder shape for a more harmonious look. (2)
- Long-lasting results: Implants are generally well-tolerated with few side effects so you can enjoy long-lasting results.
- Natural-looking volume: With discrete incisions, implants can quickly provide volume for a natural-looking appearance.
- Increased confidence: You can enjoy balanced body proportions and feel better about your appearance on a day-to-day basis.
- Customizable options: Dr. Ahmed will select the size, shape, and type of implant based on your personal preferences.
Candidates for Breast Implants
Suitable candidates for breast implants would like to:
- Increase the volume of their breasts
- Achieve a fuller, curvier figure
- Improve the way their clothes fit
- Enhance their self-esteem
Candidates for breast implants will need to be comfortable undergoing general anesthesia and do not have any outstanding conditions that could affect their ability to heal. The best candidates are also nonsmokers who can take good care of their bodies and exercise regularly. You will need to have realistic expectations about what you can achieve with the procedure.
Personal Consultation
During your consultation, Dr. Ahmed will perform a physical examination and discuss your aesthetic goals to develop a treatment plan for your desired look. He will ask about your lifestyle and current medications. If you have examples of the look you would like to achieve, please bring photographs. He will need to discuss your body goals in depth to choose the best implant size and type. Breast implants should not affect breastfeeding, and we can discuss any concerns you have during your consultation. (3)
Preparation
To prepare for breast augmentation, you will need to:
- Stop taking medications and supplements that thin your blood
- Stop drinking alcohol approximately 24 hours before and after your procedure
- Arrange for 1-2 weeks off work to recover
- Ask a responsible adult whom you trust to drive you home
- Prepare a comfortable place to recover at home
Creating a comfortable place to recover at home can help you focus on healing and resting.
Breast Implant Procedure
On the day of your procedure, you will need to arrive in comfortable clothing that you can easily remove. Your anesthesiologist will place you under anesthesia. Dr. Ahmed will cleanse your skin and mark it for surgery. He will make a thin incision to create a pocket in your breast tissue to place the implant. There are several types of incisions he can make depending on the size of the implant. For smaller implants, Dr. Ahmed can make an incision around the nipple (periareolar incision) or he can insert the implant through the armpit with a thin (transaxillary) incision. For larger implants, he can place it through an incision along the lower breast fold (inframammary incision). Depending on your aesthetic goals, he will place the implant in front of the muscle (subglandular placement) or behind it (submuscular placement). He will close the incision with sutures.
Recovery
Full recovery from breast implants can take several weeks. Although most patients can return to work after 5-7 days, making lifestyle changes will be important for the best results. Initial swelling, bruising, and discomfort are common following the procedure. You will need to avoid intense physical exercise for 3-4 weeks and take care of your incisions properly. You will also need to follow up with our office so we can monitor your progress. We take care to make discrete incisions that will fade into your skin for a natural look.
Results
After a breast augmentation procedure, you can enjoy fuller, more voluptuous breasts and a curvier figure. Since the implants mimic real breast tissue you can also enjoy a natural shape, look, and feel. If you take good care of your body by maintaining a stable weight, exercising regularly, and eating healthy meals, you can enjoy long-lasting results.
Corresponding & Complementary Procedures
Breast Augmentation with Lift
Although breast implants can improve the volume of your breasts, they cannot correct droopy skin. For this reason, patients choose to combine breast implants with a breast lift. During a breast augmentation lift procedure, Dr. Ahmed can lift your breasts to a higher position for a more youthful appearance and remove the excess tissue that is causing your breasts to sag or droop.
Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover is a customized set of cosmetic procedures designed to help women restore their bodies following the changes that come with pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Many women notice changes in areas like the breasts, abdomen, and body contours after having children. A mommy makeover typically includes several surgical options such as breast augmentation, tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), and liposuction. This comprehensive approach allows women to regain their pre-pregnancy physiques, boost self-esteem, and improve their overall quality of life.
To learn more about other procedures at Las Vegas Body Sculpting, see our blog.
Cost of Breast Augmentation in Las Vegas
The cost of your breast augmentation procedure will depend on your individualized treatment plan from Dr. Ahmed. We can discuss payment plans to help make your treatment more accessible. Contact our office or call (702) 899-8100 to learn more about how we can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
FAQ
Will I need a breast lift with my augmentation?
If you have significant sagging or drooping of the breasts, combining augmentation with a breast lift may be advisable. During your consultation, your surgeon will evaluate whether this combined approach is necessary for optimal results.
Can I breastfeed with breast implants?
Breast implants should not affect your ability to breastfeed. However, we can discuss your goals during your consultation to determine whether or not the procedure is a good fit for you.
How long do breast implants last?
While breast implants are designed for longevity, it is expected that many may require replacement within 10 to 15 years. Regular check-ups can help monitor your implants.
Will I lose sensation in my breasts after breast augmentation?
Some patients may experience temporary changes in sensation post-operatively, but full recovery typically occurs within months.
References
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2023/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2023.pdf
- Kaoutzanis C, Winocour J, Unger J, Gabriel A, Maxwell GP. The Evolution of Breast Implants. Seminars in Plastic Surgery. 2019;33(04):217-223. doi:https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-1696985
- Kazankaya F, Ahsun Paker S, Demirel Bozkurt Ö. Breastfeeding After Breast Augmentation Surgery: A Scoping Review. Florence Nightingale Journal of Nursing. 2024;32(1):99-109. doi:https://doi.org/10.5152/FNJN.2024.23231