Breast Augmentation Las Vegas
Breast augmentation is a transformative procedure that has empowered countless women to feel more confident in their bodies. In Las Vegas, Dr. Frank L. Stile is a premier board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast enhancement.
With a reputation for delivering natural-looking results using the latest techniques and technology, Dr. Stile offers personalized solutions tailored to each patient’s unique needs and aesthetic goals.
Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, involves the surgical placement of breast implants to enhance the size, shape, and symmetry of the breasts. Whether you’re looking to restore volume lost after pregnancy or weight loss, correct asymmetry, or achieve a fuller bustline, Dr. Stile’s expertise ensures that your journey is both safe and rewarding.
Learn More About Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure designed to increase breast size or restore breast volume using implants or fat transfer. The implants can be filled with silicone gel, saline solution, or cohesive gel (gummy bear implants). The choice of implant type, size, and placement is personalized based on the patient’s body type and desired outcome.
The procedure addresses:
- Size Enhancement: For those seeking larger or fuller breasts.
- Shape Improvement: Correcting sagging or uneven breasts.
- Symmetry Correction: Balancing the size and shape of uneven breasts.
- Reconstruction: Post-mastectomy or injury restoration.
By opting for breast augmentation, patients can achieve a fuller, more proportionate figure, enhancing both appearance and self-confidence.
Breast augmentation is more than just a cosmetic procedure; it’s a personal journey toward self-confidence and body positivity. Women choose breast augmentation for various reasons:
- Enhancement of Natural Size: Some women desire a fuller bust to better proportion their body silhouette.
- Restoration After Life Events: Pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight loss and aging can lead to volume loss and sagging, which breast augmentation can effectively address.
- Correction of Asymmetry: Natural breast asymmetry can be corrected to achieve a more balanced appearance.
- Reconstruction: After mastectomy or injury, breast augmentation can help reconstruct the breast to restore a sense of normalcy.
By considering breast augmentation, you’re taking a proactive step toward achieving the aesthetic you desire, which can have profound effects on your overall well-being and self-image.
Undergoing breast augmentation with Dr. Stile offers numerous benefits:
- Improved Confidence: Enhanced breast size, symmetry and shape can boost self-esteem and confidence in personal and professional settings.
- Natural-Looking Results: With advanced techniques and a personalized approach, Dr. Stile ensures results that complement your body for a natural look.
- Customized Options: Patients can choose from various implant types, sizes, and shapes to match their aesthetic goals.
- Minimal Scarring: Utilizing precise surgical methods, incisions are strategically placed to minimize visible scarring.
- Quick Recovery: Patients often experience a smooth and swift recovery process with modern surgical techniques and thorough post-operative care.
Breast augmentation enhances physical appearance and can improve the fit of clothing and swimwear, allowing you to enjoy activities with increased comfort and style.
Common reasons include:
- Enhancing Appearance: Desire for fuller breasts.
- Restoring Volume: After pregnancy or weight loss.
- Correcting Asymmetry: Balancing uneven breasts.
- Boosting Confidence: Improving body image.
Each patient’s motivation is personal and valid.
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the United States, with hundreds of thousands of procedures performed annually.
For comprehensive enhancement, breast augmentation can be combined with:
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Elevates sagging breasts and repositions nipples.
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Removes excess abdominal skin and tightens muscles.
- Liposuction: Eliminates stubborn fat deposits.
- Mommy Makeover: A combination procedure addressing post-pregnancy body changes.
Combining procedures can optimize results and reduce overall recovery time.
Breast enlargement surgery involves several key steps:
- Anesthesia: The procedure is performed under general anesthesia to ensure comfort.
- Incision Placement: Incisions are made in inconspicuous areas to minimize visible scarring. Common options include inframammary (under the breast fold), periareolar (around the nipple), or transaxillary (under the arm).
- Implant Insertion: Implants are placed either under the pectoral muscle (submuscular) or directly behind the breast tissue (subglandular), depending on the patient’s anatomy and desired outcome.
- Closure: Incisions are closed with layered sutures, and the skin is closed with surgical tape or adhesive.
- Recovery: Post-operative instructions are provided to facilitate healing and reduce the risk of complications.
Dr. Stile utilizes the Implant or Keller Funnel technique, a “no-touch” method that allows for a more sterile implant placement, reducing infection risk, future formation of capsular contractures and potentially improving recovery time.
If you’re considering breast augmentation, it’s essential to educate yourself about the procedure. Dr. Stile offers comprehensive consultations where you can discuss your goals, ask questions, and explore the various options available. By understanding the process, risks, and benefits, you can make an informed decision that aligns with your aesthetic desires.
Patients have various options to customize their breast augmentation:
- Implant Type:
- Silicone Implants: Filled with silicone gel, offering a natural feel.
- Saline Implants: Filled with sterile salt water, adjustable in size.
- Gummy Bear Implants: Form-stable implants that maintain shape even if the shell breaks.
- Implant Shape:
- Round: Provides fullness and lift.
- Teardrop-Shaped (anatomic): Mimics the natural slope of the breast.
- Implant Texture:
- Smooth: Moves freely within the breast pocket, mimicking natural movement.
- Textured: Adheres to tissue, reducing movement and potential scar tissue.
- Incision Location:
- Inframammary: Under the breast fold.
- Periareolar: Around the nipple.
- Transaxillary: Under the arm.
- Placement:
- Submuscular: Under the pectoral muscle.
- Subglandular: Behind the breast tissue but over the muscle.
Dr. Stile will guide you through these options to create a personalized surgical plan.
The ImPlant or Keller Funnel allows for:
- No-Touch Technique: Reduces implant handling, lowering infection risk.
- Smaller Incisions: Easier implant insertion through smaller cuts.
- Improved Outcomes: Decreased risk of complications like capsular contracture.
This innovative tool enhances safety and surgical efficiency. The “No Touch Technique” is a sterile method where the implant doesn’t come into contact with the skin or surgeon’s gloves during placement. Using tools like the ImPlant or Keller Funnel, this technique reduces infection risk and potential complications.
Proper preparation enhances surgical outcomes:
- Medical Evaluation: Complete any required lab tests or medical evaluations.
- Medication Review: Adjust current medications and avoid aspirin or anti-inflammatories that can increase bleeding.
- Smoking Cessation: Stop smoking well in advance of surgery.
- Arrange Transportation: Ensure someone can drive you home and stay with you after surgery.
- Home Preparation: Set up a comfortable recovery area with the necessary supplies.
Following pre-operative instructions sets the foundation for a successful surgery and recovery.
On surgery day:
- Pre-Op Preparation: Marking incision sites and reviewing the surgical plan.
- Anesthesia Administration: General anesthesia is administered for comfort.
- Surgery Duration: Procedure typically lasts 1-2 hours.
- Post-Op Monitoring: Recovery room stay until anesthesia effects wear off.
- Discharge Instructions: Receive detailed care guidelines before going home.
Ensure you have arranged transportation and assistance for at least the first 24 hours post-surgery.
Incision placement depends on:
- Anatomy: Breast size, shape, and skin quality.
- Implant Type: Size and filler material.
- Personal Preference: Desire for minimal visible scarring.
Options include:
- Inframammary: Concealed under the breast fold; suitable for all implant types.
- Periareolar: Along the nipple’s edge; may affect breastfeeding and sensation.
- Transaxillary: In the armpit; no scars on the breast but limited implant size.
Dr. Stile will recommend the best approach based on your goals and anatomy.
Choosing the right implant involves:
- Consultation Discussion: Share your desired outcome with Dr. Stile.
- Physical Measurements: Chest width, breast base, and tissue characteristics.
- Sizers and Imaging: Try on implant sizers or use 3D imaging to visualize results.
- Lifestyle Considerations: Activity level and aesthetic preferences.
Silicone gel implants, especially cohesive gel or “gummy bear” implants, are renowned for their natural look and feel. They mimic the softness of natural breast tissue.
The goal is to select implants that harmonize with your body for a natural appearance.
General anesthesia is commonly used, ensuring you’re asleep and pain-free during the procedure. An anesthesiologist will monitor you throughout the surgery for safety.
Yes, it’s important to have someone stay with you for at least the first 24 hours after surgery to assist with mobility, medications, and monitoring for any immediate post-operative concerns.
An internal bra using Galaflex mesh provides additional support, beneficial for:
- Thin Tissue: Where extra reinforcement is needed.
- Revision Surgeries: To correct previous complications.
- Desiring Long-Lasting Results: Enhances implant support over time.
Dr. Stile will determine if this is suitable for you.
Typically:
- Consultation: Initial assessment.
- Pre-Op Visit: Finalizing surgical plans.
- Surgery Day
- Post-Op Visits: Follow-ups at intervals (e.g., 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month & 3 months).
The exact number may vary based on individual needs.
Ideal candidates for breast augmentation are:
- Physically Healthy: Free from active infections or untreated cancer.
- Non-Smokers: Smoking can impair healing and increase risks.
- Realistic in Expectations: Understanding what the surgery can achieve.
- Stable in Weight: Significant weight fluctuations can alter results.
- Emotionally Prepared: Ready for the physical and psychological changes.
During your consultation, Dr. Stile will evaluate your medical history, discuss your goals, and determine if breast augmentation is suitable for you.
If you have significant sagging or drooping, combining a breast lift with augmentation may be recommended. Signs include nipples pointing downward or falling below the breast crease. Dr. Stile will assess your anatomy to determine the best approach.
It’s recommended to wait at least 6 months after childbirth and after you’ve finished breastfeeding. This allows hormones to stabilize and breasts to return to their natural state, providing more accurate surgical planning.
Other options include:
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Elevates sagging breasts.
- Breast Reduction: Reduces breast size for comfort.
- Breast Reconstruction: Restores breasts after mastectomy.
- Breast Implant Revision: Addresses issues from previous augmentations.
Dr. Stile can discuss these procedures based on your needs.
Potential risks include:
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Capsular Contracture: Scar tissue hardening around the implant.
- Implant Rupture or Leakage
- Changes in Sensation
- Anesthesia Complications
Dr. Stile takes every precaution to minimize risks and will discuss them thoroughly with you.
Cosmetic breast augmentation is usually not covered by insurance. However, reconstruction after mastectomy may be covered. Check with your provider for specifics
Post-surgery, patients can expect:
- Enhanced Breast Size: Immediate increase in volume.
- Improved Symmetry: Balanced appearance between both breasts.
- Natural Contours: Smooth, proportionate curves complementing your physique.
- Boosted Confidence: Many patients experience improved self-esteem and body image.
Final results become more apparent as swelling subsides over several weeks to months.
Immediate changes are noticeable post-surgery, but final results emerge over 3-6 months as swelling subsides and implants settle.
Breast augmentation can enhance cleavage by increasing volume, but natural anatomy plays a role. Implants can provide fullness, but the distance between breasts is determined by chest anatomy. Implants cannot significantly alter breast height on the chest wall, but a breast lift can adjust positioning if necessary.
Dr. Stile considers:
- Body Proportions: Ensuring implants complement your frame.
- Desired Outcome: Understanding your aesthetic goals.
- Tissue Characteristics: Assessing skin elasticity and breast tissue.
Most women can successfully breastfeed after augmentation, especially when implants are placed under the muscle; incision placement is inconsequential. However, there’s a slight risk of reduced milk production or inability to breastfeed after augmentation.
Yes, but inform the technician about your implants. Specialized techniques are used to ensure effective screening without damaging the implants.
Scars are thin lines that fade over time. Incisions are placed strategically to be as inconspicuous as possible, often hidden under the breast fold or around the areola.
Temporary changes in nipple sensation are common due to nerve disturbance but usually resolve within a few months. Permanent loss of sensation is rare.
Breast implants are not lifetime devices. While modern implants are durable, they may need replacement due to rupture, cosmetic changes, or personal preference, typically after 10-15 years.
Yes, implant removal or explant surgery is an option if you decide to reverse the augmentation or address complications. Dr. Stile can perform removal with or without replacement.
Maintenance involves:
- Regular Check-Ups: Monitor implant integrity.
- Imaging Tests: MRI or ultrasound as recommended.
- Lifestyle Considerations: Protect breasts during high-impact activities.
- Awareness: Report any changes to Dr. Stile promptly.
Proper care ensures longevity and health post-augmentation.
Recovery involves several stages:
- Immediate Post-Op: Rest in a recovery area under close monitoring.
- First Few Days: Experience soreness, swelling, and possible bruising; pain medication prescribed.
- First Week: Return to light activities; avoid strenuous movements.
- Weeks 2-6: Gradually resume normal activities; wear a supportive bra.
- Long-Term: Full healing and settling of implants over several months.
Following Dr. Stile’s post-operative instructions is crucial for optimal healing.
Discomfort is expected but manageable with prescribed pain medication. Most patients report that pain subsides significantly after the first few days.
Initial recovery lasts about 1-2 weeks, during which you should avoid strenuous activities. Following Dr. Stile’s guidance, light exercise can typically resume after 2 weeks, but heavy lifting and vigorous workouts should wait until 6 weeks post-op.
Yes, wearing a supportive surgical bra is crucial during recovery to minimize swelling and support healing tissues. Dr. Stile will advise when you can transition to regular bras.
Tightness is normal due to swelling and muscle stretching. Gentle movements are encouraged to promote circulation but avoid strenuous activities. Follow Dr. Stile’s instructions to prevent complications.
Typically, drains are not required for standard breast augmentation. Dr. Stile’s precise surgical techniques (minimal tissue trauma and minimal bleeding) minimize fluid accumulation, eliminating the need for drains.
Most sutures used are dissolvable and do not require removal. Any non-dissolvable sutures will be removed during follow-up visits.
Dr. Frank L. Stile is renowned for:
- Expertise: Board-certified with over 20 years of experience in breast augmentation.
- Personalized Care: Tailors each procedure to the individual patient.
- Advanced Techniques: Utilizes the latest surgical methods for optimal results.
- Patient Satisfaction: High rate of positive outcomes and testimonials.
- Comprehensive Support: Provides thorough pre-and post-operative care.
Choosing Dr. Stile means entrusting your transformation to a dedicated professional committed to excellence. At Stile Aesthetics, patients can expect a comprehensive consultation process, meticulous surgical care, and a supportive recovery plan. Dr. Stile is committed to providing detailed information and guidance throughout every step, ensuring that you make informed decisions about your body.
Consider:
- Board Certification: Verify credentials.
- Experience: Look for specialization in breast augmentation.
- Before-and-After Photos: Assess previous work.
- Patient Reviews: Read testimonials.
- Consultation Comfort: Ensure good communication and trust.
Choosing a qualified surgeon like Dr. Stile ensures safety and satisfaction.
The first step is scheduling a consultation with Dr. Stile. During this meeting:
- Discuss Goals: Share your desired breast size and shape.
- Medical History Review: Provide information on past surgeries, medical conditions, and medications.
- Physical Examination: Assess your breast size, shape, skin quality, and nipple placement.
- Explore Options: Review implant types, sizes, and surgical techniques.
- Ask Questions: Address any concerns or uncertainties.
During your consultation at Stile Aesthetics, you will:
- Discuss Your Goals: Explain what you hope to achieve.
- Medical Assessment: Review health history and conduct a physical exam.
- Explore Options: Learn about implant types, sizes, and surgical techniques.
- Ask Questions: Address any concerns with Dr. Stile.
This personalized session ensures you are fully informed and comfortable with your decision.
Ensure you have:
- Stable Internet Connection: For clear communication.
- Private Space: To discuss personal information comfortably.
- Questions Ready: List any concerns or topics to cover.
- Medical Information: Have your health history accessible.
This preparation maximizes the efficiency of your consultation.
Take the Next Step
Ready to enhance your confidence and achieve the silhouette you’ve always desired? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Stile today. Take the first step toward a more confident you by calling his Las Vegas office or filling out the online appointment request form. You can also call our office directly at (702) 551-6603.
Stile Aesthetics serves Las Vegas, NV & Surrounding Areas.
*Individual results may vary
