Not everyone is satisfied with the size and shape of their breasts. This can happen for several reasons, including your natural breast size and symmetry, or changes that happen after weight loss or pregnancy.
Breast surgery is a collection of plastic surgery procedures that can address those issues and they are among the most commonly performed treatments in the world. Dr. Abramson is Board-certified and has decades of experience helping hundreds of women achieve their aesthetic goals, including with breast surgery in New York.
Breast Enhancements
There are a variety of breast surgeries that help address different cosmetic concerns in New York that women have. This ranges from asymmetrical breast size and shape, to sagging breast tissue or breast size you feel is too large or too small. Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures since it effectively creates more volume and helps to improve the overall shape of the breast tissue. There are a variety of silicone or saline implants that can help you achieve the aesthetic you want.
There are several choices to be made about breast augmentation, including where the implant will be placed, the type of implant you want, and the recovery involved. Dr. Abramson will help you answer each of these questions and more during your initial consultation.
Breast Fat Transfer
One way that women have avoided breast implants but continue to achieve the aesthetic they desire is to use an autologous fat transfer. During the procedure, fat from one area of your body is removed using liposuction, and then purified and processed before being inserted into the breast tissue to give natural-looking results. Because the procedure uses your living cells, there is no risk of allergic reaction or rejection.
Breast Revision
Not every woman is happy with the results as they age. Some women would like the implants removed and others would like a different aesthetic. Dr. Abramson offers breast revision surgeries, using the same incision area as the original surgery, and therefore does not create any new scar tissue.
Other Types of Breast Procedures
There are more types of breast surgeries we perform in New York than just inserting or revising implants. A breast lift helps remove excess tissue and skin to place your breasts in a higher and more natural position. With age, weight loss, or pregnancy, breast tissue can begin to sag and can have a serious effect on your self-confidence. The degree to which the breast tissue sags is categorized as mild, moderate, and advanced.
Breast lifts can be combined with augmentation to address both concerns in one surgical procedure. Using minor incisions, Dr. Abramson can reposition the breast and insert implants at the same time to achieve your aesthetic goals. This allows you to have only one recovery period.
Breast Reconstruction
For women who have had a lumpectomy or mastectomy, breast reconstruction can help restore a feminine silhouette. Dr. Abramson customizes the approach based on your situation and your desired results. His sensitive and compassionate approach to your cosmetic needs, as well as his experience and results, are reasons why his services are highly sought after.
Reduce the Breast Size
Some women struggle with large breasts that are uncomfortable and which sometimes create upper back and shoulder pain. It can be difficult to be physically active or find clothes that fit well. Breast reduction surgery can help remove excess tissue while creating a comfortable breast size.
How to Prepare for Breast Surgery
Due to the nature of the surgery, you will typically have restrictions on physical activities, like lifting, for several days or weeks, depending on the procedure. It is important to prepare for your New York City breast surgery so you can easily follow the post-operative instructions that reduce the risk of complications, including infection, and help your breasts to heal.
Before any breast surgery, it is important to discontinue using blood thinning medications that can cause excessive bleeding during surgery. This includes any over-the-counter supplements that can increase bleeding time, such as fish oil, garlic, ginger, and Ginkgo biloba. You should refrain from using aspirin in the weeks before and after the procedure. If you have questions about supplements that might increase bleeding, talk to your pharmacist.
Identify a responsible adult who can drive you home after the treatment and stay with you for the first 24 hours. Before your surgery, you will receive prescriptions for medications Dr. Abramson expects you to need. Prefill those prescriptions so you or your caregiver do not need to wait in line to get them on the day of surgery.
Stop smoking for at least four weeks before and after surgery. Nicotine impairs your body’s ability to heal and can cause complications during anesthesia. Nicotine-containing products include tobacco, vaping, nicotine patches, and nicotine gum.
Call Today to Learn More About Breast Surgery in New York
Call our office today to schedule your consultation to speak with Dr. Abramson about breast surgery in New York. This is a highly personal decision that should be made just for you. During your consultation, our skilled and experienced surgeon will answer your questions and make the best recommendations to meet your goals. We look forward to meeting you!
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