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ARE YOUR BREASTS TOO SMALL OR HAVE THEY LOST VOLUME FROM PREGNANCY, WEIGHT LOSS OR AGING?
Board-Certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Lawton, understands how important graceful proportions and natural-looking results can be for breast augmentation procedures. Dr. Lawton serves patients in Newport Beach and the greater Orange County area.
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The Breast Augmentation Procedure
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Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is generally used to add volume to small or underdeveloped breasts or to restore volume lost as a result of weight loss, childbirth or aging. During breast augmentation surgery, Dr. Lawton inserts implants through an incision, typically located either just above the breast crease (around the pigmented skin surrounding the nipple) or in the armpit. The implant is then placed into a “pocket” created behind the breast tissue or the chest muscle.
The surgery can be performed under general anesthesia, or with local anesthesia and intravenous sedation. Because the procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, most patients are able to return home the same day and begin their recovery.
What are the Benefits of Breast Augmentation?
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The benefits of breast-augmentation surgery can be substantial, especially when it addresses an area of concern for the patient. It’s common for patients to feel increased confidence and self-esteem following their procedure. For patients who feel their natural breasts do not live up to their body image, augmentation can mean a significant improvement. Most patients want to maintain realistic proportions — often the change they seek is more about how they feel than how they look to others. While the aesthetic changes from a breast augmentation certainly lead to physical benefits (including a more youthful overall appearance), the most potent benefit often is in the self-image of the patient.
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Am I a Good Candidate?
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Breast augmentation is not for everyone — and patients who aren’t sure what they want should never be rushed; they should wait until they are certain. But for those patients who are ready and have a clear vision of how they want to transform, breast augmentation is an excellent way to achieve their goals. Because breast augmentation is an incredibly popular procedure, there are some misconceptions about what it is designed to accomplish and who might be a good candidate. Dr. Lawton spends extra time with every patient in order to ensure they feel comfortable with the specifics of the procedure and the projection of their results. Most good candidates for breast augmentation will exhibit at least some of the following characteristics:
- A desire for larger breasts
- Uneven or asymmetrical breasts
- A desire to enhance the proportions between the hips, waist, and breasts
- Fully developed breasts
- Good physical health (women considering the procedure should not be pregnant or nursing, or planning to get pregnant in the near future)
- Dissatisfaction with the volume of the breasts
- Realistic expectations about what breast augmentation can accomplish
One important note: Patients considering a breast augmentation should be doing so for themselves — not because of outside pressure from a spouse or significant other. During your private consultation with Dr. Lawton, you will be able to discuss any specific concerns you might have about your medical history or about achieving the results you want. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and get answers to your questions.
*Recovery and Results
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For most patients, recovery from breast augmentation only takes a couple of weeks. Much will depend on the specifics of your case: your implant choice, incision type, and overall general health. Dr. Lawton gives all of her patients individualized recovery instructions, tailored to their specific situation and procedure. Recovery means giving your body the time to get back to normal. Usually, the smaller the incision is, the shorter your recovery will be. Generally, most patients can expect to be back to work one to two weeks after their procedure. However, patients typically are advised to avoid strenuous activity until Dr. Lawton advises those activities can resume (often after a month or so).
It may take several months for patients to see the final results of their breast-augmentation procedure. While the increase in volume will be immediately evident, implants can take some time to naturally “settle” into their final position. Any redness around the incision lines should also begin to fade at that point.
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Meet Dr. Tenley Lawton – Renowned Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Lawton has been board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 2006. As one of the few female board certified surgeons in Newport Beach, CA, she extends an exceptionally high level of care, professionalism, and expertise to all her patients.
As a woman and as a plastic surgeon, Dr. Lawton has always been an advocate and a fierce protector of her patients. She emphasizes natural-looking results so her patients never feel “overdone.” From breast augmentation to Mommy Makeovers to tummy tucks, Dr. Lawton is dedicated to helping every patient achieve her ideal results.
We all desire to look and feel the very best we can: both inside and out. Through the art and science of plastic surgery, we are not only able to rejuvenate our appearance and improve our body image, but we also strengthen our self-confidence and feel empowered. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Lawton understands beauty from a woman’s perspective and utilizes her expertise to match surgical goals with realistic patient expectations. Her specialties include breast augmentation, tummy tucks, rhinoplasty, facelifts, and mommy makeovers.
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