Breast Augmentation Oklahoma by Dr. Mike E. Gonce, MD
Advanced Breast Augmentation Oklahoma | Dr. Mike E. Gonce, MD
Understanding Breast Augmentation Procedures
Breast augmentation surgery serves multiple personal aesthetic and reconstructive purposes. Women consider this procedure for various reasons, including body proportionality, volume restoration after weight loss or pregnancy, and achieving balanced breast symmetry.
Reasons for Breast Augmentation
- Increasing breast size for improved body proportion
- Restoring volume after weight loss or pregnancy
- Balancing breast volume discrepancies
Implant Placement Options
Breast implants can be positioned above or below the muscle, each with distinct advantages. Dr. Gonce generally recommends submuscular placement for optimal long-term results, providing less implant visibility and improved aesthetic longevity.
Submuscular vs. Submammary Placement
- Submuscular (Preferred Method):
- Less implant visibility
- Reduced implant palpability
- Enhanced long-term aesthetic results
- Submammary Placement:
- Simpler volume restoration
- Higher risk of future sagging
- Increased potential for implant rippling
Implant Types
Two primary implant options are available: saline and silicone. Both feature FDA-approved silicone shells with distinct characteristics. Saline implants contain a sterile saltwater solution, while silicone implants utilize cohesive memory gel technology.
Incision Site Selection
Three standard incision locations are available for breast augmentation: axillary (armpit), inframammary (breast crease), and periareolar (nipple area). Each 3-4 cm incision will result in a surgical scar, with the inframammary approach being most commonly selected.
Procedure Details
- Surgery Duration: Less than one hour
- Anesthesia: General anesthesia administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist
- Recovery Room Time: Approximately two hours total
Post-Surgical Considerations
Patients can expect temporary chest tightness and are provided pain management strategies. Specific recovery guidelines include restrictions on physical activities, tanning, and bra selection during the healing process.
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