Breast

Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammaplasty, is a cosmetic procedure done to enhance breast size and appearance. Prosthetic implants are placed to create fuller breasts or to restore volume lost after pregnancy or weight loss. After having breast augmentation, most women gain a better body image and self- confidence. If breasts and nipples need to be restored to a higher position on the chest, a breast lift (ie: mastopexy) can also be performed. Waiting a few months between mastopexy and breast augmentation procedures usually offers the best cosmetic result.

This is a 26-year-old woman who had 550 cc silicone implants placed. She went from a B-cup to a D-cup.

Breast Reduction

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammaplasty, is performed for women with very large breasts. Women who are considering breast reduction surgery usually are troubled by back and/or neck pain, skin irritation, and bra strap grooving due to the excessive weight of their breasts. With breast reduction surgery, the excess skin and breast tissue is surgically removed, making the breasts smaller, lighter, and firmer. The size of the areola (the darker skin surrounding the nipple) can also be reduced. Most women undergoing breast reduction surgery are relieved and very satisfied after the procedure.

This is a 54-year-old woman who suffered from neck, back, and shoulder pain due to her large and sagging breasts.
She had over 600 cc removed from each breast, and her pain symptoms have all virtually disappeared.

Breast Lift

A breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, is a cosmetic procedure done to return sagging breasts to their previous, youthful location and appearance. Many women discover that after pregnancy and nursing that their breasts have lost their fullness and perkiness. This can occur also with weight loss or aging. A mastopexy can restore the breasts and nipples to a higher position on the chest. If further volume is desired, an augmentation with implants can be performed. Waiting a few months between mastopexy and breast augmentation procedures usually offers the best cosmetic result.

This is a 48-year-old woman who disliked the deflated appearance of her breasts after she finished breast-feeding her 3 children.
She was very happy after surgical breast lifting restored youthfulness and perkiness to her breasts.

Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction surgery is performed in women who have lost a portion or all of one or both of their breasts due to cancer or trauma. Reconstruction surgery can be performed immediately following the mastectomy procedure, or it can also be performed even years after the original surgery.

This is a 59 year-old woman who underwent right breast mastectomy for recurrent breast cancer. The picture on the left was taken immediately before she had her entire right breast surgically removed. The picture on the right shows her final results after she had breast reconstruction with a latissimus dorsi muscle flap and silicone implant. She also had the nipple recreated. To achieve balance and better symmetry, the other breast was surgically lifted.

Male Breast Reduction

Gynecomastia is the enlargement of normal breast tissue in males. While there are many medical causes of gynecomastia, sometimes it occurs without any underlying medical reason. Gynecomastia can cause a significant amount of psychological distress and emotional discomfort for men. Fortunately, the excess breast tissue can be surgically removed. Please contact Dr. Lee for a consultation if you have any further questions about male breast reduction surgery.