Your body is deeply personal. Your enhancement should be too. At Cultura, breast augmentation is about more than just volume. It’s about helping you feel confident, comfortable, and fully yourself. Whether you’re looking to restore fullness, create balance, or simply feel better in your own skin, our team will guide you through the process with care, expertise, and attention to every detail.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation, or augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to increase breast size, improve symmetry, and enhance body contour. It involves placing breast implants under the breast tissue or chest muscles, offering patients a way to feel more confident and satisfied with their appearance. It’s among the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed each year.
The Breast Augmentation Procedure
To prepare for breast augmentation, you’ll have a thorough consultation with Dr. Bolden where you will discuss all aspects of your goals for surgery, the procedure, and recovery. You may be asked to undergo lab testing, adjust your medications, and prepare for your post-operative phase to ensure a smooth and successful procedure.
Types of Breast Augmentation Incisions
Peri-Areolar Incision
This incision is made around the perimeter of the areola, allowing for minimal visible scarring. It offers excellent access for implant placement and is ideal for patients also undergoing a breast lift.
Inframammary Incision
Made along the fold under the breast, this incision type is the most common for breast augmentation. It allows for precise placement of the implant and is well concealed by the breast itself.
Trans-Axillary Incision
This incision is made in the armpit, allowing for the implant to be inserted without any scars on the breast itself. It may be limited to certain implant types. This technique may require an endoscope for better visualization during the procedure.
Breast Implant Types
Several types of breast implants are available, each offering unique benefits:
Saline Implants
These implants, filled with sterile salt water, provide an adjustable shape and firmness. They are filled after insertion, allowing for a smaller incision.
Silicone Implants
Filled with silicone gel, these implants feel more like natural breast tissue. If the implant leaks, the gel may remain within the implant shell or escape into the breast implant pocket.
Silicone breast implants
Silicone breast implants are filled with silicone gel. The gel feels a bit more like natural breast tissue. If the implant leaks, the gel may remain within the implant shell or may escape into the breast implant pocket. A leaking implant filled with silicone gel will not collapse.
Gummy Bear Implant
A form-stable implant, or a gummy bear implant, maintains its shape even if the implant shell is broken. It has a thicker consistency than traditional silicone implants but offers several firmnesses.
Fat Transfer
This involves using liposuction to take fat from other parts of the body and inject it into the breasts. This option may be suitable for those seeking a relatively minor increase in breast size and a more natural approach.
Breast Implant Incisions
Peri-Areolar Incision |
This incision is made around the perimeter of the areola, allowing for minimal visible scarring. It offers excellent access for implant placement and is ideal for patients also undergoing a breast lift. |
Inframammary Incision |
Made along the fold under the breast, this incision type is the most common for breast augmentation. It allows for precise placement of the implant and is well concealed by the breast itself making it Dr. Bolden’s preferred technique. |
Trans-Axillary Incision |
This incision is made in the armpit, allowing for the implant to be inserted without any scars on the breast itself. It may be limited to certain implant types. This technique may require an endoscope for better visualization during the procedure. |
Breast Implant Placement Options
Implants can be placed in two primary locations. Each offers benefits:
Subglandular placement
The implant is positioned between the breast tissue and the chest muscle. This option may provide a more natural look and feel and is typically chosen by women with sufficient natural breast tissue to cover the implant.
Submuscular placement
The implant is placed under the pectoral muscle. This may result in a more natural slope of the breast and is often recommended for women with less natural breast tissue.
Common Related Procedures
For those seeking alternatives to breast augmentation, options include breast lift surgery, which can lift and rejuvenate the breasts without increasing their size. Fat transfer breast augmentation is also considered an alternative to breast implant surgery.
Common Questions About Breast Augmentation
- What is the Cost of a Breast Augmentation?
- What are the Risks of Breast Augmentation?
- What is the recovery process of a breast augmentation?
- What should I expect following a breast augmentation?
Why Choose Cultura for Your Breast Augmentation
At Cultura, we understand that breast augmentation is a personal decision and we’re here to support you with expert guidance every step of the way. Our team takes the time to understand your goals, body type, and desired outcome to create a custom treatment plan that feels right for you. With an inclusive, patient-centered approach and years of surgical expertise, Cultura offers natural-looking results in a welcoming environment where your comfort and confidence come first.
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Confidence starts with a conversation. During your one-on-one consultation at Cultura, we’ll listen to your goals, answer your questions, and help you explore the implant options and sizing that fit your vision. From consultation to recovery, you’ll be supported by a trusted, compassionate team committed to delivering refined, beautiful results.
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Dr. Kelly Bolden
In the world of plastic surgery, few names shine as brightly as Dr. Kelly M. Bolden's. A double board-certified plastic surgeon, she has earned a reputation as a compassionate healer, an innovative mind, a dedicated educator, and a tireless advocate for the underserved.
