Breast Augmentation in Delaware

Also known as augmentation mammaplasty, breast augmentation involves using implants to fulfill your desire for fuller breasts or to restore breast volume lost after weight reduction or pregnancy. If you are dissatisfied with your breast size, breast augmentation in Newark, DE with a reputable practitioner like Mehdi Balakhani, DDS, MD, FACS, is a choice to consider.

Table of Contents

• Why Breast Augmentation?
• Step-by-Step Guide to Breast Augmentation
• Understanding the Safety and Risks of Breast Augmentation
• What to Expect During Breast Augmentation Recovery
• How Long Do Breast Augmentation Results Last?
• How much will breast augmentation surgery cost?
• Book Your Breast Augmentation Consultation Today
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Breast Augmentation: What It Can Do for You

Enhancing your appearance with breast augmentation

Breast augmentation can:

• Increase fullness and projection of your breasts
• Improve the balance of your figure
• Create a more proportionate and contoured appearance

Implants also may be used to reconstruct a breast after mastectomy or injury.

What it won’t do

Breast augmentation does not correct severely drooping breasts. If you want your breasts to look fuller and to be lifted to correct sagging, a breast lift may be required in conjunction with breast augmentation.

This combination procedure is called a breast augmentation with lift. Breast lifts and implants are often the best choices for patients who want volume and perkiness, while breast lifts without implants are the best options for patients who only need sag reduction.

A breast lift can often be done at the same time as your augmentation or may require a separate operation. A reliable plastic surgeon like Mehdi Balakhani, DDS, MD, FACS, will assist you in making this decision.

Is breast augmentation right for you?

Breast augmentation is a highly individualized procedure, and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else’s desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image.

Breast augmentation may be a good option for you if:

• You are physically healthy
• You have realistic expectations
• Your breasts are fully developed
• You are bothered by the feeling that your breasts are too small
• You are dissatisfied with your breasts losing shape and volume after pregnancy, weight loss, or aging
• Your breasts vary in size or shape
• One or both breasts failed to develop normally
• Are at least 18 years old for saline implants or 22 years old for silicone implants, as per FDA guidelines
• Maintain a stable weight and a lifestyle that supports long-term results

A breast augmentation consultation with Dr. Balakhani is essential to assess your medical history, aesthetic goals, and suitability for the procedure. During this consultation, Dr. Balakhani will discuss implant options, surgical techniques, and what to expect from the recovery process.

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What to Expect During the Procedure

What happens during breast augmentation surgery?

Step 1 – Anesthesia

Medications are administered for your comfort during the surgical procedure. The choices include intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Dr. Balakhani will recommend the best choice for you.

Step 2 – The incision

Incisions are made in inconspicuous areas to minimize visible scarring. You and your plastic surgeon will discuss which incision options are appropriate for your desired outcome. Incision options include:

• Inframammary incision – Placed in the crease under the breast for precise implant placement and minimal visible scarring
• Transaxillary incision – Made in the armpit, leaving no breast scars; often used with an endoscope
• Periareolar incision – Along the lower edge of the areola, blending with natural pigment but may impact breastfeeding or sensitivity

Incisions vary based on the type of implant, degree of enlargement desired, your particular anatomy, and patient-surgeon preference.

Step 3 – Implant choice

Breast size and shape are important, so be honest and open about your expectations when talking with your surgeon, Dr. Balakhani.

The type and size of your implant will depend on your desired increase in size and, more importantly, on your breast anatomy, skin elasticity, and body type.

Options for Breast Implants

Finding the best breast implants for you means learning more about your options. Breast implants come in many types, sizes, textures, shapes, and profiles.

Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water. The amount of saline used can vary, affecting the breast’s shape, firmness, and feel. Should the implant shell leak, the implant will collapse, and the saline will be absorbed and naturally expelled by the body.

Silicone implants are filled with an elastic gel that feels and moves like natural breast tissue. If the implant leaks, the gel may remain within the implant shell or escape into the breast implant pocket.

A leaking implant filled with silicone gel may not collapse. If you choose these implants, you may need to visit Dr. Balakhani regularly to ensure they function properly. An ultrasound or MRI screening can assess the condition of breast implants.

Gummy bear implants are a very popular type of silicone implant. These Allergan implants are filled with highly cohesive silicone gel, which does not leak out of the implant shell in case of a rupture. Gummy bear breast implants can retain their form after a rupture, which is why they are often called “form-stable implants.” Gummy bear implants feel very natural and are quite safe.

Implant manufacturers occasionally introduce new styles and types of implants so that additional options may be available.

Currently, saline breast implants are FDA-approved for augmentation in women 18 years of age and older.

Currently, silicone breast implants are FDA-approved for augmentation in women 22 years of age and older.

Saline or silicone implants may be recommended at a younger age if used for breast reconstruction purposes.

In terms of size, several options are available from small breast implants to large breast implants. There are low, moderate, and high-profile breast implants as well. Profile refers to the implant’s projection from the chest wall. Smooth or textured implants are available, as are anatomical or round implants.

Step 4 – Inserting and placing the implant

After the incision is made, a breast implant is inserted into a pocket either:

• Under the pectoral muscle (a submuscular placement), or
• Directly behind the breast tissue, over the pectoral muscle (a submammary/ subglandular placement)

The method for inserting and positioning implants depends on the type of implant, degree of enlargement desired, your body type, and your surgeon’s recommendations.

Step 5 – Closing the incisions

Incisions are closed with layered sutures in the breast tissue and with sutures, skin adhesive, or surgical tape to close the skin. Over time the incision lines will fade.

Step 6 – See the results

The results of breast augmentation are immediately visible. Over time, post-surgical swelling will resolve and incision lines will fade. Satisfaction with your new image should continue to grow as you recover and realize the fulfillment of your goal of fuller breasts.

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Important Facts About the Safety and Risks of Breast Augmentation

The decision to have breast augmentation surgery is extremely personal and you’ll have to decide if the benefits will achieve your goals and if the risks and potential complications are acceptable.

Dr. Balakhani and/or staff will explain in detail the risks associated with surgery. You will be asked to sign consent forms to ensure that you fully understand the procedure you will undergo and any risks or potential complications.

The risks include:

• Unfavorable scarring
• Bleeding (hematoma)
• Infection
• Poor healing of incisions
• Changes in nipple or breast sensation may be temporary or permanent
• Capsular contracture, is the formation of firm scar tissue around the implant
• Implant leakage or rupture
• Wrinkling of the skin over the implant
• Anesthesia risks
• Fluid accumulation
• Blood clots
• Pain, which may persist
• Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
• Possibility of revisional surgery

Breast implants do not impair breast health. A careful review of scientific research conducted by independent groups such as the Institute of Medicine has found no proven link between breast implants and autoimmune or other systemic diseases.

Other important considerations:

• Breast implants are not guaranteed to last a lifetime and future surgery may be required to replace one or both implants.
• Pregnancy, weight loss, and menopause may influence the appearance of augmented breasts for your lifetime.

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Healing & Recovery: What You Need to Know

Summary of Recovery Timeline

• First few days – Swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are common. Support garments help with healing.
• One to two weeks – Most patients can resume light activities and return to work.
• Four to six weeks – Swelling significantly subsides, and normal exercise can be resumed with Dr. Balakhani’s approval.
• Final results – Implants settle into place, and scars fade over several months.

Results vary, but breast enhancement from implants is designed to be long-lasting. Routine check-ups help monitor implant condition over time.

During the post-surgical recovery period of 24 to 48 hours and an additional few days of reduced physical activity, you will likely experience soreness and swelling for a few weeks.

Exercise and normal activity can resume in the direction of Dr. Balakhani. Over time, post-surgical swelling will decrease and incision lines will fade.

When you go home

If you experience shortness of breath, chest pains, or unusual heartbeats, seek medical attention immediately. Should any of these complications occur, you may require hospitalization and additional treatment.

The practice of medicine and surgery is not an exact science. Although good results are expected, there is no guarantee. In some situations, it may not be possible to achieve optimal results with a single surgical procedure and another surgery may be necessary.

Be careful

Following your physician’s instructions is key to the success of your surgery. The surgical incisions mustn’t be subjected to excessive force, abrasion, or motion during the time of healing. Your doctor will give you specific instructions on how to care for yourself.

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How to Maintain the Results for Years

The results of your breast augmentation surgery will be long-lasting. You will find it easier to wear certain styles of clothing and swimwear.

Like many women who have had breast augmentation, you may feel satisfied with your overall appearance. To get a better concept of your potential results, view breast augmentation before and after photos in our gallery.

Implants may need to be replaced or revised

It’s important to know that your breast implants are not permanent and may require replacement during your lifetime. You should expect to have future visits with your breast augmentation surgeon to discuss changes in your breasts.

Over time, your breasts can change due to aging, weight fluctuations, hormonal factors, and gravity. If, after years, you become dissatisfied with the appearance of your breasts, you may choose to undergo a breast lift or implant exchange to restore a more youthful contour.

Continue to follow your plastic surgeon’s instructions and attend follow-up visits as scheduled.

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How Much Will Breast Augmentation Surgery Cost?

Price is always a consideration in elective surgery. A surgeon’s cost for breast augmentation surgery may vary based on his or her experience, the type of breast implant used, as well as the geographic office location.

Many plastic surgeons offer patient financing plans, so be sure to ask. You can also get these from Mehdi Balakhani MD.

Cost may include:

• Surgeon’s fee
• Hospital or surgical facility costs
• Anesthesia fees
• Implant cost
• Prescriptions for medication
• Post-surgery garments
• Medical tests

Financing options

We understand that cost can be a concern when considering a breast augmentation procedure. To make the process more accessible, we offer financing options at Mehdi Balakhani, MD to qualified patients.

CareCredit offers flexible payment plans, allowing you to finance your procedure with manageable monthly payments. You can apply online and receive instant approval.

For more details on financing or to discuss your options, please contact our office.

It should be noted that the cosmetic consultation fee is $99.00, which will be applied toward your surgery cost upon booking.

Most health insurance plans will not cover cosmetic breast augmentation surgery, related complications, or another surgery to revise the appearance of your breasts. Some carriers even exclude breast diseases in patients who have breast implants. You must carefully review your health insurance policy.

Your satisfaction involves more than a fee

When choosing a plastic surgeon for breast augmentation, remember that the surgeon’s experience with breast implants and your comfort with him or her are just as important as the final cost of the surgery.

Why Choose Mehdi Balakhani, DDS, MD, FACS

Dr. Mehdi Balakhani is a highly respected plastic surgeon specializing in breast augmentation and cosmetic procedures for the face and body. Board-certified since 1983, he brings decades of expertise in rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation, body contouring, and post-bariatric surgery.

Recognized in Delaware for his skill and expertise, he has contributed extensively to patient education and advancements in plastic surgery. His personalized approach ensures natural-looking results tailored to each patient’s goals.

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Schedule Your Consultation

Enhance your shape and achieve the look you desire with breast augmentation in Newark, DE. Schedule your consultation today to explore your options and take the next step toward your ideal results. You’ll be able to arrange a consultation with Dr. Mehdi Balakhani.