THE PROCEDURE
Breast Augmentation is performed on an outpatient basis using a general anesthesia. The procedure usually takes about two hours. Dr Tavoussi techique requires an incision under the lower portion of the areola (the darker area around your nipple). After the incision is made, a pocket is created under the breast tissue or beaneath the chest wall muscle. The implant is securely positioned in the pocket, and small sutures are used to close the incision.For many women, breast size is an important part of feeling good, desirable and normal. Most women compare themselves to a cultural idea of beauty. Having a breast augmentation procedure can greatly improve self esteem for many women. It can make a women feel more like the ideal by drastically improving the way she views herslf.

COSMETIC BREAST AUGMENTATION
Breast enhancement or augmentation is one of the most frequently preformed cosmetic procedures in the United States today. It can dramatically improve the appearance of a woman's breasts, or breasts that have decreased in size after a woman has had children.Recent studies have supported that safety of saline implants. Should a saline breast implant leak, the salt water is safely reabsorbed by the body as the implants delfates. Most of the implant companies provide replacement warranty.

IS BREAST AUGMENTATION FOR YOU?
During your conference with your surgeon, discuss your goals and expectations of the surgery. Dr Tavoussi will assess the nature of your breasts, your expectations, and explain the probable outcome of your procedure.You will be shown severel before and after treatment photographs of patients having similar breasts, and your surgeon will explain the treatment you can expect to receive. You may also try some different size implants on in a bra to give you an idea as to the look you desire. Often a mammogram (X-Ray) will be required pre-operatively.

WHAT IS RECOVERY FROM BREAST AUGMENTATION LIKE?
Rest is recommended for the first few days following surgery.A Post-Surgical sports bra is usually worn for several weeks. Most discomfort associated with breast surgery can be controlled with oral medication prescribed by your surgeon. Antibiotics may also be prescribed. Most women experience mild swelling, brusing, and tenderness. These symtoms should subside in a short time. Dr. Tavoussi, will advise you on a proper schedule for returning to your normal activity may be resumed in 4 – 6 weeks.Following cosmetic breast surgery, you will enjoy a new, more pleasing shape, with more comfortable breasts that are in better proportion to your physique.

YOUR NEW FIGURE
Getting used to a new figure can be a satisfying and even exciting experience as you and those around you learn to appreciate your new, more shapely figure.To avoid complications and assure your saftey, it is imperative that you examine yourself regularyly and visit your surgeon for check-ups on a regularly and visit your surgeon for checkups on a regular basis. Those in the appropriate age groups should continue to have routine mammograms as prescribed.