Realistic Expectations for Breast Augmentation

There are many benefits to breast augmentation surgery, including increased self-confidence, self-esteem, and of course a more curvaceous figure. For this reason, thousands of women each year decide to undergo breast implant surgery. Each woman’s body is unique, so it is important to have sensible and realistic expectations about your own breast augmentation procedure.

Size Matters

Choosing the appropriate size of breast implants is one area in which realistic expectations are crucial. Though you may want the most dramatic transformation possible, your health and safety are even more important than your physical appearance. Philadelphia breast augmentation surgeon Dr. David Bottger will help you understand the risks and benefits of various sizes of implants so that you can choose the size that is right for your body.
Even before your breast augmentation consultation, you may want to talk to other women who have had breast implant surgery or who have figures similar to what you are seeking. You may learn about   complications or benefits of having larger breasts that you may not have foreseen. View our breast augmentation gallery and look for women with similar body shapes as you to get an idea of what cup size may be right to  give you the confidence boost you are looking for.

Regaining Breast Shape

If you are interested restoring a more youthful appearance to your bust,  then breast augmentation may be the solution. . Thousands of women have achieved a more youthful figure through breast enlargement surgery. However, it is important to be realistic.
One option for women who want perkier, younger-looking breasts is to combine your breast augmentation procedure with a breast lift. With a breast lift, the nipple and surrounding tissue will be placed in the ideal position and the lower breast will be firmed to help hold your new shape. Combining a breast lift with breast augmentation can provide dramatic results for women whose breasts have begun to sag due to age, pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Get Informed

Deciding to change your appearance through breast augmentation surgery is a big decision, one you should not make until you have gathered enough information and consulted with an experienced cosmetic surgeon such as Dr. Bottger. Being honest about your expectation will help ensure the satisfaction you have with your new breasts and overall body contour.  
For more information, read our answers to  questions about breast augmentation or contact Philadelphia breast surgeon Dr. Bottger to schedule your breast enhancement consultation.