Breast Augmentation Can Give You the Feminine Figure You Desire

85 percent of women studied said they felt their new breast size was "just right."

_{*According to Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the Journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons}

Breast augmentation is an outpatient procedure, and most patients can return home a few hours after their surgery. 

It is important to set aside plenty of time to recuperate. Dr. Boudreaux, Dr. Claiborne and their team will provide you with a comprehensive list of post-operative instructions so that you can be prepared for the surgery and recovery.

For the first 24 to 48 hours, some degree of pain and fatigue is normal. You can normally manage discomfort with a combination of prescription and over-the-counter medications. If possible, it is helpful to have a close friend or family member stay with you to assist you during this time period.  

Swelling and sensitivity in the breasts is normal and can continue for up to five weeks. 

During the first week of recovery, patients should avoid all strenuous activity, including lifting, bending, or straining. These activities can impede healing and cause additional pain and discomfort. Most patients find they can return to work in about one week. However, those with physically demanding jobs will need longer.

Swelling and sensitivity in the breasts is normal and can continue for up to five weeks. To reduce discomfort, patients should avoid sexual activity or other forms of physical contact with their breasts until the swelling subsides. Dr. Boudreaux and Dr. Claiborne can discuss the recovery requirements with you prior to your procedure so that you have a thorough understanding of the necessary time commitment.  

The results of breast augmentation are immediately noticeable. As the swelling and bruising decreases, your results will become increasingly apparent and should begin to align with your expectations. Keep in mind that it could take up to one year for your surgery to reflect its final results. Because every augmentation procedure is personally customized by Dr. Boudreaux and Dr. Claiborne, your results should be natural-looking and well-suited to your body type. 

Although breast implants can last 10-20 years without needing to be replaced, weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and natural aging can affect your final results. You should maintain regular follow-up visits to our plastic surgery center so that Dr. Boudreaux and Dr. Claiborne can check the integrity of your breast implants over time. 

If you feel self-conscious about small or uneven breasts and desire a more voluptuous figure, you may be a good candidate for a breast augmentation at our New Orleans, LA, Metro-area practice. During this procedure, Dr. Benjamin Boudreaux and Dr. Jeffrey Claiborne will use saline or silicone implants to enlarge your bust line. Dr. Boudreaux’s and Dr. Claiborne's years of training and experience can give you a supremely safe and comfortable procedure with outstanding results.