Is a Preservation Breast Augmentation Painful?

A preservation breast augmentation is generally not considered painful, as you will be given local anesthesia with twilight sedation to keep you comfortable. You will also be prescribed pain medication to help with the discomfort of the swelling, pain, and bruising.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The number of appointments you will need to achieve your goals depends on several factors, so your total cost may differ from that of other patients. These factors include your unique goals, needs, anatomy, individual response to the surgery, and whether you combine the procedure with other ones. You will go over how many appointments you will need during your consultation.

How Long Until I See Results?

You will see immediate results because the implants are fully inserted during surgery. Your chest will be swollen and bruised, but these side effects will subside over the following weeks to months, with full results visible after 3-6 months.

Can I Combine a Preservation Breast Augmentation with Other Procedures?

A preservation breast augmentation can be completely combined with other procedures. Patients choose to combine procedures to benefit several areas of their body at once, achieve balanced results, save on long-term costs, and consolidate the recovery period. You can discuss the possibilities during your consultation.

What Are the Risks Associated with a Preservation Breast Augmentation?

A preservation breast augmentation does come with some risks, including infection, scarring, unsatisfactory results, capsular contracture, implant malposition, asymmetry, bleeding, swelling, and bruising. A highly experienced cosmetic surgeon, such as Dr. Valina, minimizes these risks.

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Preservation Breast Augmentation

Introduction

Introduction to Preservation Breast Augmentation

Breasts are one of the most important body parts that define a woman’s figure and silhouette. Many women are not satisfied with the size, shape, or fullness of their breasts, and they want a subtle enhancement to boost their confidence. There are several different types of procedures to enhance various aspects of the breasts, but one procedure growing in popularity particularly helps with breast enhancement with minimal recovery. At Grace Surgical Arts in Coral Gables, we proudly offer patients in the Miami area preservation breast augmentation treatment to help them achieve natural-looking, natural-feeling breasts safely and maintain these results for a long time.

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What is a Preservation Breast Augmentation?

A preservation breast augmentation is a breakthrough procedure in breast enhancement that produces subtle, natural-looking results with minimal trauma to the breast tissue. One of the reasons this procedure is so popular is that it is highly successful at preserving breast tissue, hence the name, preservation breast augmentation. uses specialized tools and techniques to avoid cutting or traumatizing the breast fascia, which is the fibrofatty layer that surrounds, shapes, and supports the breast. Additionally, it reduces disruption to the pectoral muscles, minimizing bleeding, bruising, and the risk of complications, such as capsular contracture and implant leakage.

What Are the Benefits of a Preservation Breast Augmentation?

With a preservation breast augmentation at Grace Surgical Arts in Coral Gables near Miami, you can get a range of benefits, including:

Natural-looking, natural-feeling, and natural-moving breasts
Subtle breast enhancement for a silhouette that matches your goals
Quicker recovery period due to smaller incisions and a gentle approach to inserting implants
Protected structure of natural breast tissue
Less likelihood of complications, like asymmetry and capsular contracture
Preserved nipple sensation and breast function
Less scarring
Long-lasting results
Boosted confidence
Improved experience in romantic situations

Who Are the Best Candidates For a Preservation Breast Augmentation?

Ideal candidates for a preservation breast augmentation in Coral Gables and Miami are individuals who:

Want a natural-looking breast augmentation that feels natural
Desire a subtle breast enhancement rather than a dramatic one
Want a quick recovery period to get back to work and/or an active lifestyle
Have a slimmer frame with good skin elasticity, moderate to full native tissue, and mild to no sagging in the breasts
Want to avoid muscle division and maintain full nipple sensation
Have good overall health
Do not smoke
Have realistic expectations for what the procedure can achieve

What’s the First Step?

Preservation Breast Augmentation Journey with Grace surgical Arts

If you are in the Miami area and planning a preservation breast augmentation, you will need to first attend a private consultation with Dr. Grace Valina at our Coral Gables office. When you come in for the consultation, you will talk to Dr. Valina about what the procedure entails, including the risks and benefits, and let her know your aesthetic goals, so she can help you decide on which implants to get.

You will also provide your medical history to make sure the procedure is safe for you. After concluding that you are a good candidate for the procedure, Dr. Valina will create a customized treatment plan with you to get you started on your preservation breast augmentation journey.

What to Expect on the Day of Preservation Breast Augmentation Surgery

On the day of your preservation breast augmentation surgery in Coral Gables near Miami, you can get ready to take the next significant step toward achieving your aesthetic breast goals.

The procedure will begin with administering a local anesthetic with twilight sedation rather than general anesthesia. Dr. Valina will make small, minimal incisions to open the skin and provide access to the implant. A pocket will be created for the implant to be gently inserted without cutting or aggressively stretching the muscle. The incisions will be closed with stitches to end the surgery, and the anesthesia will be shut off. The procedure lasts around 2 hours, and you will be able to leave after the anesthesia wears off, but someone must drive you home to help you recover for at least the first 24 hours. Follow all other specific instructions provided by Dr. Valina.

Preservation Breast Augmentation Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Preservation Breast Surgery Care

After surgery, you will be accompanied home by a responsible adult, who should assist you for the first 24-48 hours of your healing journey. You will be fitted with a compression garment or surgical bra to reduce postoperative swelling and maintain your newly sculpted chest contours. Bruising, soreness, and swelling typically peak within the first week after surgery and gradually subside over the following weeks. During the first few days of recovery from breast augmentation, patients may experience minor discomfort that can be controlled with oral pain medication. Dr. Valina will ensure you are comfortable with prescription pain medications and provide you with a detailed and personalized aftercare plan. Following her instructions carefully will ensure the most seamless and stress-free healing process possible.

Most women are able to resume light activity as soon as they feel ready after breast augmentation, but more strenuous activity, including lifting children and aerobic exercise, should be avoided for about three weeks. Most patients report that after three to four days post-surgery, the pain has significantly subsided and they are able to resume normal activities. Recovery from breast augmentation typically takes about six weeks, during which swelling will hide the full results of the procedure. Patients are advised to avoid any intense exertion of the chest, muscles, or arms for six weeks after breast augmentation surgery. Despite these restrictions, patients can take gentle walks immediately after surgery, which can help promote circulation and prevent complications. If any questions or concerns arise during your recovery process, do not hesitate to contact Dr. Valina and her caring, knowledgeable team in Miami, Florida.

How Much Does a Preservation Breast Augmentation Cost in Miami, FL?

The cost of a preservation breast augmentation in Coral Gables and Miami depends on several factors. Firstly, the type of implants will affect the cost, determined based on your preferences and anatomy to achieve natural-looking results. The length of the procedure, including the amount of anesthesia used, will also affect the cost. If you combine your breast preservation with additional procedures, the cost will be higher, but it will save you money in the long run if you plan to get more procedures in the future. You will discuss payment options and possible combinations to build an estimated quote during your consultation.

Why Choose Dr. Valina?

When you get a preservation breast augmentation with us, you can rest assured that you are in good, safe hands with our triple-board-certified surgeon, Dr. Grace Valina, who has performed this procedure and several other surgical and non-surgical procedures on patients throughout Miami and while training under the guidance of renowned aesthetic cosmetic surgeon, oculofacial cosmetic surgeon, and cosmetic surgeons in the United States, Russia, Germany, and the Philippines. Dr. Valina is triple board-certified by the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery (ABFCS), the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS), and the American Board of Surgery (ABS).

Breast Augmentation FAQs

The number of appointments you will need to achieve your goals depends on several factors, so your total cost may differ from that of other patients. These factors include your unique goals, needs, anatomy, individual response to the surgery, and whether you combine the procedure with other ones. You will go over how many appointments you will need during your consultation.

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Schedule Your Consultation

When you are ready to take the first step toward achieving natural-looking, natural-feeling breasts in this procedure to achieve your aesthetic breast goals and boost your confidence, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Valina. We will be happy to answer any questions or concerns you have throughout the process.

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