As an enduring symbol of femininity, a woman’s breasts can be an important aspect of self-esteem and body image. If you have always wanted larger breasts or if you want to restore your breast size and shape after pregnancy, weight loss, or aging, then you are a good candidate for a breast augmentation in San Francisco.
Breast Augmentation at SVIA Plastic Surgery
Imagine having the breasts you want: your ideal size, shape, and position — in beautiful balance with the rest of your body. At Silicon Valley Institute for Aesthetics, we provide individualized augmentation to help achieve the look you envision for your breasts. If you've been thinking about breast augmentation in San Francisco, it's time to speak with our team.
Are you a Good Breast Augmentation Candidate?
Women who are seeking to improve the shape, size, symmetry or proportion of their breasts may be good San Francisco breast augmentation candidates. Breast augmentation can also correct minimal sag. A breast lift may be recommended if you have significant breast sagging. A word about size: your body type, chest size and density of breast tissue will determine the implant size and shape. While optimal breast size and shape are personal and subjective, we advise patients to choose the most conservative implant size to achieve the enhancement they desire.
This will decrease the possibility of long term sagging and provide a more natural outcome. We have multiple ways you can visualize potential results as you choose breast implant size:
- VECTRA 3D imaging
- Before-and-after gallery photos
- Breast implant samples to place under your clothes
Why Choose our Team for Breast Augmentation?
When it comes to any type of cosmetic procedure, choosing the right surgeon can mean the difference between a good result and an extraordinary one. Dr. Liu and the SVIA team are passionate about improving the female profile and have distinguished themselves in breast surgery, as evidenced by their thousands of happy clients in the San Mateo and San Francisco areas and beyond. They are efficient and use minimally invasive techniques that ensure the least amount of scarring and downtime without sacrificing stunning results. Our team’s conservative approach ensures that nipple sensation and breast sensitivity are preserved during breast augmentation.
Where is my Breast Augmentation Performed?
Established in 1996, the San Mateo Surgery Center offers state-of-the-art outpatient facilities in an accredited and technologically advanced setting known for its serenity and privacy. Clients receive the highest standards of safety and care, just as they would at a local hospital. We work with an experienced team of vetted RNs and medical assistants, all of whom are dedicated to supplying you with a safe, productive and successful surgical experience.
The Breast Augmentation Procedure
Breast enlargement creates larger breasts and improved breast shape with breast implants. San Francisco breast implants are medical-grade devices that have an outer silicone shell, the surface of which can be smooth or textured. Their shape can be round or shaped. They contain either silicone or saline fill material. A new type of cohesive silicone implant, sometimes called "gummy bear implants," contains denser silicone gel.
Benefits of each implant type at a glance:
Silicone Implants
Silicone is chosen for its smooth, authentic feel, lowered risk of rippling and rupture, and greater durability. For women with a more pronounced loss of breast volume, silicone is often the best selection.
Saline Implants
Often chosen for safety reasons, saline implants are filled with a simple saltwater solution that will not harm the body if they rupture. Other advantages to saline implants include the smaller incisions required, lower risk of complications, and lower cost. For those women with mild depletion of breast fat and tissue, saline implants may present the best choice.
Gummy Bear Implants
Gummy Bears are made from a versatile, tear-shaped, “form-stable” silicone gel that maintains its contours especially well. The implants come in a remarkably wide range of shapes, sizes and textures, which allow them to be highly customized to the patient’s wishes.
Financing for Breast Augmentation
We are aware that securing the proper financing is an important part of any procedure. Insurance does not typically cover breast augmentation treatment sought out for cosmetic reasons, although if a patient is undergoing the procedure due to reconstruction after breast cancer, there may be exceptions. Please check with your healthcare provider. In the meantime, our friendly patient coordinator will work with you to figure out the best payment options for your needs.
Some of the lending companies we work with include:
- Prosper Healthcare Lending
- CareCredit
- United Medical Credit
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FAQ
Breast Augmentation
What is the difference between breast augmentation and a breast lift with implants?
Is breast augmentation part of a Mommy Makeover?
Can I combine breast augmentation with liposuction?
What are my options if I want smaller, perkier breasts instead?
Who is an ideal candidate for breast augmentation?
What is the difference between breast augmentation and a breast lift with implants?
Breast augmentation focuses on enhancing breast size and shape using implants, while a breast lift with implants not only increases volume but also elevates and reshapes sagging breasts. If you’re experiencing both volume loss and sagging, a combined approach may be recommended. Learn more about the combined procedure on our Breast Augmentation with Lift page.
Is breast augmentation part of a Mommy Makeover?
Yes, breast augmentation is often included in a customized Mommy Makeover plan. This combination procedure is designed to restore your pre-pregnancy body and may include tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast procedures. Your surgeon will tailor the plan based on your goals and anatomy.
Can I combine breast augmentation with liposuction?
Absolutely. Many patients choose to combine breast augmentation with liposuction to achieve more balanced, contoured results. This approach can help enhance overall proportions and reduce recovery time by addressing multiple areas in a single surgery.
What are my options if I want smaller, perkier breasts instead?
If you're seeking a smaller, lifted appearance instead of enhanced volume, a breast reduction may be a better fit. This procedure removes excess tissue and reshapes the breast, often including a lift for a youthful contour.
Who is an ideal candidate for breast augmentation?
Ideal candidates are healthy individuals looking to improve the size, symmetry, or shape of their breasts. If you're dealing with sagging in addition to volume loss, a breast augmentation with lift may offer better results than implants alone.
