Breast Implants Sydney (Breast Augmentation Mammaplasty)

Dr Rastogi has been performing this procedure for over 20 years and has extensive experience in the field.

Breast implants are used for women who want to change their breast size and alter the shape of their breasts. The reason why can vary from patient to patient. For this reason, Dr Rastogi will create a personalised surgical plan for you.

Outcomes

For women whose breasts have not fully developed or have tuberous breasts, breast implants can assist in adding volume and evening out the sizes between the breasts.

The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors, including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.

Consultations

Before breast augmentation, your consultations are essential for Dr Rastogi to get to know you and your motivations for surgery. You will start with a 20 to 30-minute Facetime call before coming into our clinic in Double Bay for a 1 – 1.5 hour consultation.

During your consultation, we aim to provide a comprehensive and personalised experience to understand your goals.

We will thoroughly discuss the various aspects of breast augmentation, including the types of implants available, and help you make an informed choice that aligns with your preferences. We’ll address the surgical techniques, incision options, and the placement of implants, taking your body type into account to achieve individually tailored results.

Your consultation will provide preparation and recovery instructions, detailed information on procedure costs, and an overview of what to expect throughout your surgery process. We’ll also review potential risks and complications to ensure you are well-informed about the procedure.

If you’re ready to book your initial 20 to 30-minute remote consultation, please get in touch with our team today to find a time that suits you.

Suitable candidates

Dr Rastogi will assess your health and discuss your expectations for surgery to determine if you are a suitable candidate for breast reduction.

Suitable candidates should have good overall health and realistic expectations about what breast augmentation can achieve. Candidates should be at or near their ideal body weight, as significant weight fluctuations can affect the long-term results of the surgery.

Ideal candidates should also be non-smokers or willing to quit smoking for a set period before and after surgery, as smoking can impair healing and increase the risk of complications.

Candidates who plan to have children should discuss this during the consultation. While breast augmentation should not necessarily interfere with pregnancy or breastfeeding, it’s essential to consider potential implications and discuss how the procedure may affect these plans.

Preparing for your procedure

You will receive personalised instructions on how to prepare for your breast augmentation. To get organised, you should fill any prescriptions for medications you may need during recovery and arrange for someone to stay with you in the earlier days of recovery.

When minimising risks during breast augmentation surgery preparation, lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking and managing medication can make a critical difference.

Smoking is a significant concern, impeding proper circulation and wound healing. To reduce these risks, quitting smoking before your surgery is highly advisable. Quitting smoking may improve blood flow and oxygen delivery to tissues and reduce the likelihood of post-operative complications such as infections and delayed wound healing. Patients who continue to smoke are at a higher risk of experiencing issues like skin necrosis, where the skin tissue does not receive adequate blood supply, potentially leading to scarring and implant-related problems.

Managing medications can also be crucial. Some medications, including blood thinners and certain supplements, can increase bleeding risks during surgery. Dr Rastogi will provide guidelines on which medications to discontinue or adjust in the weeks leading up to your procedure and how to manage this effectively.

Costs of breast augmentation in Sydney and Double Bay

The cost components to your breast augmentation mammaplasty procedure (BAM, Breast Implants) include Dr Rastogi’s, the anaesthetist’s, and hospital fees. There will also be external fees, such as the garment cost and scar care products.

Breast augmentation options

A procedure with breast implants provides various options, including different sizes, shapes, textures and placement options. During a consultation, you will discuss your options to design a suitable procedure plan that suits your personal goals.

The breast augmentation procedure

Your breast augmentation will be performed in a hospital under general anaesthesia. Before your procedure, you will be given an overview of what to expect on the day of your surgery. Details can vary from patient to patient, so the information here should only be referred to as a guide.

Generally, the procedure begins by making incisions. The incisions can be placed in different locations, such as under the breast crease, around the areola, or in the armpit, chosen based on the patient’s anatomy and implant placement preferences.

After the incisions are made, your doctor will create a pocket either under the chest muscle (submuscular) or directly behind the breast tissue (sub-glandular). The choice of pocket location depends on the patient’s anatomy and personal preferences. The doctor then carefully inserts the breast implants, which can be filled with saline or silicone gel and are available in various textures, sizes and shapes. The implants’ position will be adjusted to achieve results proportionate to the patient’s body.

The incisions are then carefully closed, and you will be moved to a recovery area to be monitored. You must follow personalised recovery instructions to support your body’s healing process.

Recovery

After your breast augmentation, the recovery phase is crucial. Dr Rastogi will provide detailed instructions during your consultation regarding post-operative care requirements. You will also receive a comprehensive recovery timeline and contact information for Dr Rastogi and the nurses who will support you during the weeks following your surgery. Our dedicated team will always be on call if you require assistance after hours and ensure you are fully supported in the following weeks.

Once the procedure is completed, your support person will pick you up from the hospital and stay with you overnight. This ensures you have assistance and care during the initial recovery period.

Your first post-operative appointment, the post-op one appointment, will be scheduled three to four days after the surgery, and this is done on a Monday morning. It will take place at our clinic, allowing Dr Rastogi and our nurses to assess your progress and address any concerns or questions you may have. Additional post-operative appointments will be booked on that day. These follow-up visits are essential for monitoring your recovery and ensuring everything is progressing as expected.

During the initial days following surgery, it’s essential to rest and limit physical activity. You may experience discomfort, swelling, and bruising, which can be managed with prescribed pain medications.

While you may gradually resume some activities during the first two weeks following the surgery, please remember that a full recovery from this procedure typically takes approximately six weeks. Following the recovery timeline and guidelines provided by Dr Rastogi is essential to optimise your healing process. Light walking may be encouraged to prevent blood clots and improve circulation while being cautious with arm movements as these may strain the incisions and the newly placed implants.

It’s crucial to wear a supportive surgical bra or compression garment, as recommended by Dr Rastogi, to minimise swelling. Maintaining a balanced diet and staying well-hydrated will also support your body’s healing process. You will be advised on wound care and incision management to prevent infection and scarring and minimise scarring. You may be recommended scar management cream to use throughout your recovery.

You will receive personalised instructions on when and how to shower after your procedure and how to slowly resume physical activity. If you experience any concerning symptoms during your recovery that could indicate a complication, such as infection, please get in touch with the clinic as soon as possible.

Results

Breast augmentation results can largely vary from patient to patient, depending on personal factors such as the type of implants chosen.

The results of a breast augmentation procedure become more apparent as the initial swelling and bruising subside. Straight after your surgery, you can notice an increase in breast size, but they may appear firmer and more elevated than the outcome due to post-operative swelling. Over time, the breasts will slightly settle from their initial position, and the scars from the incisions should gradually fade.

It’s important to understand that implant maintenance and regular check-ups are recommended, while breast augmentation is designed to provide long-lasting results. Breast implants may last up to 10 to even 20 years before needing to be either replaced or removed, as long as no complications (such as capsular contracture) have occurred.

During your consultation, Dr Rastogi can discuss what you can expect from your highly personalised procedure results.

Risks and complications

It is important to note that medical, cosmetic, or non-surgical procedures are not risk-free.

If you plan to have your surgery, you should discuss two key factors during your consultation:

1. Preparing for your surgery and how you can try to decrease your risks.
2. Preparing for your recovery and how that affects your results and risks.

Dr Rastogi will go through all risks thoroughly with you during your consultation in Sydney or Double Bay. He will also explain how to minimise your risks during the preparation and recovery stages and provide personalised instructions that will help.

Pre-operative measures like quitting smoking and adjusting medications can help to minimise risks. During recovery, ensuring enough rest by avoiding strenuous activities and slowly resuming exercise as recommended will help. Maintaining a balanced diet can also support healing and minimise the risk of complications. Regular follow-up appointments will help to monitor your healing progress and address any potential issues promptly.

The potential risks associated with breast augmentation include:

• Breast asymmetry
• Infection
• Swelling, bruising, and bleeding
• Irregular skin surface
• Blood clots
• Poor scarring
• Capsular contracture
• Implant rupture
• Wrinkling of skin over the implant
• Breast Implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)
• Sensation changes in the breast or nipple
• Delayed wound healing
• Seroma (accumulation of fluid around the implant)
• Hematoma (collection of blood around the implant)
• Nipple or areolar changes
• Implant malposition (shifting or displacement)
• Allergic reactions to implant materials

To discuss the risks of complications of breast augmentation, you can book your consultation and discuss your personal procedure needs, as well as the details of your general health.

If you have any questions about the associated risks, please get in touch with our team to learn more.