Breast Augmentation

Full, shapely breasts can make any woman feel more feminine, beautiful, and confident. Aesthetic breast enhancement improves the size, shape, and contour of your breasts. You may have been happy in the past with the shape and size of your breasts but feel they look different now due to weight loss, pregnancy and breast feeding or as a result of aging. Whether you would like a subtle enhancement or an attention-getting look, Dr.Roham will help you chose the best type of breast enlargement surgery to create the look you desire.

Breast Enlargement Surgery Breast augmentation is a safe and proven cosmetic surgery. Individual factors and personal preferences will help Dr. Roham to determine your appropriate breast size, the location of the incision, and weather the implants will be placed on top of or underneath the chest muscle. Breast augmentation is performed on an outpatient basis. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with the option for I.V sedation.

Before After

Breast enhancement can provide a more rounded, attractive bust line and a nicely balanced figure. An overwhelming majority of patients who decide to have breast augmentation are delighted with the results. If you are considering breast enlargement, please contact Dr. Tim Roham for more information on breast augmentation surgery and recovery.

There are a number of things to consider for your breast enlargement surgery. At his practice in San Clemente, Dr. Tim Roham takes time to discuss the following options with his patients:

Before After

Types of Breast Implants: Breast implants come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Dr. Roham uses saline and silicone implants in his practice. Size is measured in cubic centimeters (cc) and determines the volume of the implant. The shape, or profile, is the appearance of the implant from the side. High profile breast implants produce a rounder appearance and more outward projection. Moderate profile breast implants create a more natural shape and appearance. Position of Breast Implants The position of breast implants, either above or beneath the pectoral muscles, will be determined at the time of your consultation with Dr. Roham. Incision Location Scarring is a concern for many who are considering breast augmentation. The location of the incision through which the implant is placed can make a difference in the size and type of scars that will form. The incision may be made in the armpit (transaxillary), around the nipple (periareolar), in the breast fold (inframammary), or through the navel (TUBA). Dr. Roham will determine which of these incision locations is most appropriate for your body type, goals, and personal preference.

Preparing for Surgery In some instances, Dr. Roham may recommend a baseline mammogram before your surgery. Following breast augmentation, you will still be able to perform breast self-examination. If you are a smoker, you will be asked to stop smoking well in advance of surgery. Aspirin and certain anti-inflammatory drugs or herbal supplements can increase bleeding, so you should avoid taking these for a period of time before surgery.

Your Surgical Experience Medications are administered for your comfort during the procedure. The procedure generally takes one to two hours, when surgery is completed you will be taken into a recovery area where you will be closely monitored. You may be permitted to go home after a few hours.

Breast Augmentation Recovery During breast augmentation recovery, patients commonly experience temporary swelling, bruising, numbness, and discomfort but this will quickly disappear. Pain medication can be prescribed to help relieve pain during your recovery. Dr. Roham will fit you with a support bra which you will wear for the next four to six weeks. Most patients can return to work and normal activities in one to two weeks.

Aesthetic breast enhancement can make any woman feel more beautiful and confident. If you are considering a breast enhancement procedure, please contact Dr. Rohams office for your complimentary consultation for more information on breast augmentation surgery and recovery.