Breast Augmentation in NoVa/DMV

Breast augmentation is a widely performed surgical procedure, popular for its ability to enhance the shape, volume, symmetry, and projection of the breasts. ⁽¹⁾ This procedure is chosen by women who wish to increase their breast size, create a more voluptuous profile, boost their confidence, fill out clothes better, and achieve a silhouette that better aligns with their preferences.

Dr. Joseph Michaels is a board-certified plastic surgeon who proudly helps patients in Northern Virginia and the greater DMV area pursue the breast augmentation of their dreams.

Patients throughout Arlington, Fairfax, McLean, Reston, D.C., and Maryland and beyond turn to Dr. Michaels for his compassionate, patient-centered approach to plastic surgery and his ability to deliver natural-looking, long-lasting results that create harmonious proportions with the rest of the body.

To schedule your consultation, contact Dr. Michaels online or call the Rockville office at (301) 468-5991 or the Fairfax office at (703) 957-8610.

Dr. Michaels’ practice welcomes both in-person and virtual consultations for your convenience.

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About Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation is praised for its customizable figure-enhancing capabilities. Some women seek breast augmentation to address the natural changes that occur to their breasts after pregnancy, breastfeeding, losing a significant amount of weight, undergoing other surgeries, or aging. Some patients simply wish to create their ideal bust to boost their confidence and satisfaction with their figure.

You can choose from a wide range of implant shapes and sizes. The selection process is collaborative, so you will work closely with Dr. Michaels to identify the ideal choices for your needs.

In terms of implant material, you will choose either silicone or saline. Silicone implants are made of a cohesive silicone gel that closely resembles the feel of breast tissue. Saline implants are known for their customizable nature and firmer structure. ⁽²⁾

You will also discuss whether your implants will be placed submuscularly or subglandularly. Submuscular placement delivers a more secure position, while subglandular placement typically offers a more efficient recovery process. You can rest assured that Dr. Michaels will guide you through the decision-making process, giving you all you need to know about implant options while also considering your own unique chest dimensions, tissue quality, and overall proportions.

Benefits

Many patients report that breast augmentation offers a wide range of benefits, not least of which being an improved quality of life. ⁽³⁾ Physically, you can enjoy larger breasts, a shapelier silhouette, a youthful lift in your appearance, and more wardrobe options. A sense of newfound confidence may even inspire you to adopt healthy new habits and activities.

Candidates

Potential candidates for breast augmentation are relatively healthy, non-smoking women who wish to enhance their breasts by increasing volume, addressing asymmetry, or creating a more elegant shape. They should also hold reasonable expectations about what surgery can achieve.

Personal Consultation

At your consultation appointment with Dr. Michaels, he will take your health history and evaluate your breast tissue, chest shape, skin elasticity, and proportions. You will discuss your desired volume, preferred implant feel, and the precise shape you want to achieve. You will receive guidance about implant sizing, incision planning, and placement options.

Dr. Michaels will explain every step of the breast augmentation process, from pre-operation through recovery, ensuring you walk away from your consultation feeling informed and confident. All the information shared and gathered during the consultation will allow Dr. Michaels to create a personalized treatment for you to start your breast augmentation journey.

Dr. Michaels proudly serves patients in the following locations:

If you are located near any of these areas and would like to schedule your consultation, contact Dr. Michaels online, or call the Rockville office at (301) 468-5991 or the Fairfax office at (703) 957-8610.

You may also book a virtual consultation with Dr. Michaels if you are unable to travel to the office.

Preparation

Leading up to your procedure, Dr. Michaels will provide you with detailed instructions to help you prepare for a smooth breast augmentation process. It is advised that you quit smoking for an extended period of time, abstain from alcohol, and pause any blood-thinning medications or supplements as directed.

You should also complete any necessary labwork, arrange transportation for the day of your procedure, take time off from work to accommodate your recovery, and fill all necessary prescriptions. Prepare your home to be a comfortable space to heal.

Procedure

After anesthesia is administered to ensure your comfort during the procedure, Dr. Michaels will make precise, strategic incisions in your breasts, typically along the breast crease or around the areola.

He will then place the chosen implants according to your previously decided surgical plan, taking care to adjust for symmetry and desired projection. Dr. Michaels’ well-honed techniques allow him to create beautifully refined contours and natural proportions. He will complete your breast augmentation with scar-minimizing closure techniques and apply a supportive post-surgical bra.

Recovery

Throughout the first several days of your recovery, you will likely experience some tightness, soreness, swelling, and bruising. You should continue to wear any provided supportive garments and take medications as prescribed to minimize swelling and discomfort.

We recommend that you rest and sleep while reclining at a slightly elevated angle, and avoid strenuous activity until Dr. Michaels gives you the go-ahead.

Attend all follow-up appointments so that Dr. Michaels can closely monitor your recovery and address any questions or concerns that may arise.

Results

After your procedure, you will notice enhanced volume immediately, although your full results will continue to develop as swelling decreases. Your breasts will soften and settle into the natural contours of your chest over the next several weeks. Dr. Michaels’ patients often appreciate long-lasting results that align with their expectations.

You can enjoy a renewed sense of confidence and a figure that reflects your personal style and your desired proportions after your breast augmentation.

Corresponding Procedures

Many of Dr. Michaels’ patients opt to create a more comprehensive treatment plan by adding complementary procedures to their breast augmentation, streamlining surgery and recovery time while maximizing aesthetic benefits. One of the best examples of this is the mommy makeover, which combines several treatments to allow women, typically post-pregnancy, to achieve full-body rejuvenation.

Breast Lift

On its own, a breast lift elevates and repositions breast tissue and the nipple-areolar complex that has become saggy or deflated, usually due to aging, breastfeeding, or weight loss. Excess skin may also be removed. In combination with a breast augmentation, this procedure serves to provide the implants with additional support, increasing their youthful appearance and possibly emphasizing their results.

Liposuction

Liposuction is often the best course of treatment for individuals wanting to banish stubborn pockets of fat that even a healthy diet and exercise can’t seem to remove. In combination with a breast augmentation, it can serve to further enhance the curvature of your figure and help define features like your waist, hips, and buttocks.

Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck is designed to contour the abdomen and remove excess skin around the waist. It can also repair and restore abdominal muscle tone, making it especially popular for women whose musculature became stretched or damaged during pregnancy. Paired with a breast augmentation, it works to more comprehensively refine the torso.

Cost of Breast Augmentation in NoVa and the DMV

The cost of your breast augmentation will depend on a variety of factors, including the type of implants chosen, surgical technique, and complexity of the procedure. Dr. Michaels will provide you with a detailed cost list that corresponds to your finalized treatment plan. His office also offers financing options to help you pursue treatment in a way that fits your budget.

Schedule your consultation today to start your breast augmentation journey! If you have any further questions or prefer to schedule over the phone, please call our Fairfax or Rockville offices at (703) 957-8610 or (301) 468-5991, respectively.

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References

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2. Swanson E. Prospective Study of Saline versus Silicone Gel Implants for Subpectoral Breast Augmentation. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open. 2020;Publish Ahead of Print. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/gox.0000000000002882
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