How breast augmentation works
Breast augmentation, or augmentation mammoplasty, increases breast size and reshapes contours by placing implants filled with silicone gel or saline, or by transferring your own fat. The added volume and form come from the implant or graft and how it sits relative to your breast tissue and chest wall. Dr. Sahar evaluates tissue quality and proportions to plan the approach.
The surgical plan combines implant type, incision location, and placement over or under the pectoral muscle to shape the outcome. Those choices change projection, upper-pole fullness, and how the breast moves with the body. Your anatomy, aesthetic goals, and whether you prefer implants or autologous fat grafting guide the recommended technique.
Choosing implant and placement
Implants are available filled with silicone gel or saline; each option is considered against your desired size, chest shape and lifestyle. Dr. Sahar will review how each filling type interacts with your anatomy and explain trade-offs so you can decide which material best supports your goals without promising a particular result.
Placement either above or beneath the pectoral muscle affects contour, implant visibility, and how muscle movement interacts with the implant. Incision choices—under the breast fold, around the areola, or in the armpit—also affect access and scarring. These technical choices are individualized based on breast anatomy, tissue thickness, and aesthetic priorities.
Recovery and follow-up care
Initial recovery focuses on incision care, pain control, and limiting upper-body exertion while tissues settle. Follow-up appointments let Dr. Sahar monitor healing, evaluate implant position or fat graft integration, and adjust postoperative guidance. Beverly Hills patients often schedule follow-ups to fit workdays or nearby errands and hospitality stays in the Golden Triangle area.
Longer-term considerations include how future pregnancy, weight changes, or aging may alter breast appearance and may prompt future revisions. Keeping Dr. Sahar informed of lifestyle plans and medical history helps shape choices now that reduce the need for later adjustments, while ensuring care tailored to your anatomy and expectations.
