BREAST AUGMENTATION
The procedure of Breast Augmentation
is used to enhance and create a fuller and larger breast size. Augmentation
is a great procedure, and helps create a new shapely appearance.
Are you considering Breast Augmentation? Call now to receive the most
current information.
406-542-7300 or 800-525-7744.
Surgery
The Breast Augmentation surgery
is an outpatient surgery usually done at Providence Surgery Center.
The surgery generally takes about 1 ½ hours and patients can
go home after the procedure. Dr. Harlan uses several different types
of saline filled implants and he inserts them under the muscle. A small
incision is placed in the inframammary fold and is not visible in most
cases.
Post Operative
You can expect to have severe pain
for up to 5 days following the procedure. You must have a driver with
you as you will not be able to drive following this procedure. You will
need to have someone with you for the first 48 hours to help you with
everything. No aerobic exercise for a minimum of 3 months following
the surgery to ensure proper positioning of the implants.
BREAST REDUCTION
Breast Reduction is a surgical procedure designed to help women who
suffer from shoulder grooving, back and neck pain, and suffer in other
physical ways. This procedure removes fat and tissue which makes
your breasts smaller and lighter. In some cases, the areola may
need to be removed and replaced. Patients cannot smoke or use
nicotine for a minimum of 3 weeks prior to or following the surgery.
The Breast Reduction Surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure
and generally takes about 6 hours. You can expect to experience
moderate to severe pain for the first 3 to 5 days following your
surgery. You will need a driver to transport you home following
the surgery, and pain medications will be prescribed as needed.
You will have a dressing-packed bra on upon completion of the surgery.
Some risks and complications are… bleeding, infection, swelling, and
scarring.
Expect a minimum of 5 days of down time following your
surgery.
MASTOPEXY (Breast Lift)
Mastopexy, also known as a breast lift, is a common procedure to help
lift and reshape breasts that begin to sag, lose elasticity, and, or
lose their shape.
Risks and Complications
As with any surgery, the Mastopexy does have risks and complications,
they are as follows: bleeding, infection, swelling, scarring and asymmetry.
The surgeon you choose should have privileges at the hospital and surgery
center and be recognized and certified by the American Board of Plastic
Surgery.
Surgery
Generally a Mastopexy is performed as an outpatient procedure
under general anesthesia. The procedure usually takes about 1.5
to 3 hours and plan on having transportation following the surgery.
Pain medication will be given as needed.
Post Surgery
You can expect 3 to 5 days of moderate pain and you will need to avoid
hot tubs, hot baths, and showers for the first 5 to 7 days following
the surgery. A follow-up with your surgeon should be scheduled
for the following week. Follow your surgeon’s advice. Generally
patients can resume normal activity 2 to 6 weeks following the surgery.
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