The plastic surgery before-and-after photos posted online are intended to do much more than impress you. They are also meant to educate you about the unique possibilities of your procedure. With so many sizes and shapes to choose from, breast augmentation before-and-after gallery pictures are especially helpful for patients to reference when considering this popular procedure. We encourage you to utilize them as a tool to help us customize your procedure and deliver the results you want!
But with so many breast surgery images at your fingertips, do you get overwhelmed when clicking and comparing? Not to worry! We’ve compiled a helpful guide detailing what you should look for when studying before-and-after photos before your breast augmentation consultation.
How Diverse Is the Patient Gallery?
As you scroll and click through photos, does every patient result look similar? Or does the gallery reflect a diversity of shapes and sizes? Ideally, the before-and-after breast surgery images should include a range of cases, including women with asymmetrical breasts, patients seeking small versus large implants, those desiring more breast projection, and so on. A practice website featuring diverse breast augmentation pictures is a good sign—it indicates that your surgeon has the skill and expertise necessary to achieve your desired results.
How Detailed Is the Before-and-After Photo Gallery?
No matter how beautiful or impressive before-and-after pictures look, they should include captions that help communicate the patient’s transformation. It’s all in the details—accompanying descriptions will give you a more realistic understanding of actual results. Ideally, each before-and-after breast augmentation image should include case details like:
Age of patient
Cup size
Type of implant (saline versus silicone)
Implant size
Implant placement (submuscular or subglandular)
The patient’s concerns or goals
How far post-op the “after” photos were taken
How Natural Do Results Appear?
While it’s important to understand that every patient has a different vision and, therefore, a unique outcome, “after” photos should appear natural and proportional—regardless of the shape or size of the chosen implants. Keep in mind that small implants may not provide adequate volume, while implants that are too large could potentially result in back pain or discomfort. A skilled surgeon will understand your goals and guide you toward beautiful results that complement your physique.
One of your biggest concerns after breast augmentation surgery may be how visible your scars will be. In examining “after” photos, study how carefully the surgeon has concealed scars around the natural creases of the breasts. If the surgeon has performed exceptional work, scars should be barely visible, as reflected below:
Do Breasts and Nipples Look Symmetrical?
Natural breasts are rarely symmetrical. Many women pursue breast augmentation for this reason alone. Achieving breast symmetry helps boost confidence—along with fitting into bras and swimsuits more comfortably! In some cases, different-sized implants may be used for each breast to achieve ideal symmetry. Also, as volume is added to breasts, nipple symmetry can be impacted. In studying breast augmentation pictures, ensure there is no discrepancy between the size and shape of breasts and nipples. Note that if one nipple is visibly lower than the other, we may recommend a breast lift procedure in conjunction with your breast augmentation.
Do You Detect Any Breast “Rippling?”
Breast implant rippling is an unfortunate side effect of breast augmentation surgery that occurs when the folds or edges of breast implants become visible beneath the skin. Saline implants are often more susceptible to rippling. Patients who have breast implants placed above the chest muscle or who don’t have a lot of natural breast tissue may also be more likely to experience rippling. Depending on the angle of breast augmentation photos, you may be able to spot rippling beside the underarm. To avoid the risk of implant rippling, choose an experienced board-certified surgeon with the necessary skill and vision to help you achieve beautiful, natural-looking results.
Do Your Homework!
Now that you know what to look for in before-and-after breast augmentation photos, it’s time to start studying … and take notes along the way for your surgeon! We encourage you to browse our gallery of breast augmentation before-and-after pictures featuring actual Synergy Plastic Surgery patients to find examples you love. It’s perfectly OK to bring selections of before-and-after photos to your consultation to help visually communicate the results you want. In fact, your surgeon will probably thank you for doing your homework and giving them a clearer picture of what you’re looking for.
Are you ready to explore the possibilities of your breast augmentation options? Please request a consultation or call us at(512) 244-1439 to schedule an appointment at our Austin, Round Rock, or West Hills locations.
Dr Ian Chinsee recommends no sex for two weeks, after two weeks gentle sexual activity is permitted, but the breasts should remain a no-touch zone. You should also wear your post operative bra during any sexual activity up until 3 months.
How Breast Implants Change Over Time in the Body. As we age, our skin's collagen production slows, making our skin more prone to loosening and sagging. Breasts with implants are more prone to sagging caused by the excess weight in the implant and from the natural effects of aging.
Breasts will have a nice, attractive shape. You may be almost completely healed at this point. However, some patients may still need a month or two for further softening and implant dropping. Side rounding is good, but may not be perfect depending on your muscles and tissues.
Generally speaking, you shouldn't consider going braless for at least six weeks after breast augmentation. Your breasts need to be thoroughly supported during this time to ensure optimal healing. After six weeks, you may occasionally go braless, but try to keep this to special occasions, and don't make it a habit.
While the squeeze capsulotomy is a simple and effective method for managing capsular contracture around a breast implant, with extreme force the rupture of the prostheses can occur.
A study by Brazilian researchers tracked the satisfaction rates of 45 women following breast augmentation and 80 percent reported improved levels in sexual satisfaction and arousal four months and 18 months after the procedure, respectively.
Also, you'll have better results if you wait until that time. The 20s and 30s are the most frequent time that women have breast implants. Women in that age bracket are usually in the best health of their lives, have an awareness of their body appearance, and they are mature enough mentally for breast implants.
For many people, their breast implants last their entire lives. While these devices can lose some of their strength over time, there is no rule that says breast implants are only ever good for 10 years. Additionally, the breasts will sag and become thinned out in many cases.
Breast implants don't last a lifetime. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recommends that people with breast implants have them removed or replaced every 10 to 15 years. However, your plastic surgeon may not recommend that you have them removed if you haven't had any complications.
When is pain at its worst? Most patients report pain in the first 24 – 48 hours after breast augmentation. However, every patient experiences pain differently. Some women say that it is manageable with over-the-counter medication, while others require prescription-strength drugs.
How many ccs do you lose under the muscle? Patients can lose anywhere between 30 to 50 cc. Surgeons usually recommend going a size up to make up for this difference.
Nipple sensitivity is common after breast augmentation. However, this sensitivity should usually return to normality by four to six weeks after surgery. By six weeks, the nipples are to be expected to not be uncomfortably hard and raised but to have returned to their original state.
Dr. Lawton usually advises taking off at least one week in most situations in order to let your body fully recover. Ultimately, the time needed to relax is up to your body, the type of job you have, and the type of surgery you undergo. You'll be able to return to non-strenuous activities in one to two weeks.
The earliest patients should consider shopping for a new bra after breast augmentation surgery is around the two-month mark. At this time, the majority of post-surgical swelling will have gone down. The breast implants will also descend to a more natural position on the chest wall.
It is OK to remove the garment for several hours during the day but again, try to wear it as much as you can. A few weeks after surgery you may begin to wear other equivalent store bought compression garments as long as they are snug and supportive.
It's a 50/50 split. The reasons why some men may like or dislike breast implants in women they are pursuing varies as well. You should feel comfortable in your own skin and make this decision for yourself first.
Still, you feel lured. But when you get intimate with the augmented breast, two things are certain: You can always feel the implant, and feeling it will always lead you to the conscious realization that someone pimped this breast.
Another important job you will have is providing emotional support. It is very normal for women to go through some mood swings following breast augmentation, and some may even experience post-surgical depression.
After the breast implant drop and fluff recovery time, the implants will settle into their natural position. This is often when the final results become more noticeable, with the breasts appearing rounder and closer together.
Introduction: My name is Wyatt Volkman LLD, I am a handsome, rich, comfortable, lively, zealous, graceful, gifted person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.
We notice you're using an ad blocker
Without advertising income, we can't keep making this site awesome for you.
