Breast Augmentation in Scottsdale, AZ
Jude LaBarbera MD Plastic Surgery in Scottsdale, AZ, provides women with the chance to enhance their figures through breast augmentation. Patients can select either saline or silicone implants to achieve fuller, more youthful breasts. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Jude LaBarbera, brings a top-tier education and decades of experience in breast surgeries. Using advanced techniques and innovative equipment, we turn aesthetic goals into reality.
What Is a Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation, commonly known as a boob job, is a procedure designed for women who want to increase their breast size. Plastic surgeons place implants beneath the chest muscle or breast tissue to enhance size and improve shape. Alternatively, using the patient’s own body fat as a filler is another option, offering natural benefits. Due to its remarkable results, breast enlargement surgery is among the top three most popular cosmetic treatments. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, nearly 300,000 such procedures were performed in 2022.
Types of Breast Augmentation in Scottsdale, AZ
Breast Implant Surgery
Silicone Breast Implants | Gummy Bear Implants
Silicone implants are highly recommended for thin patients and those who desire a natural look after breast surgery. We offer gummy bear implants made with cohesive gel. The FDA validated their safety and efficacy, making them the main choice for many plastic surgeons and patients. They are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and textures. Patients need to be at least 22 years old before they can use silicone implants.
Saline Breast Implants
Saline implants are a fairly common option for breast augmentation patients today. They are silicone shells that contain a sterile saltwater solution. These breast implants are adjustable and can be overfilled, offering 1000cc per side. Their main disadvantage is that they are not suitable for thin women with low volumes of breast tissue, as they can create ripples. Saline implants can be inserted if the patient is older than 18 and only after a consultation with Dr. Jude LaBarbera.
Natural Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
This option is an alternative to breast implants. It is ideal for women who want to achieve a fuller shape without artificial inserts. Natural augmentation in Scottsdale, Arizona involves the transfer of fat from another part of the patient’s body and using it to change the form of the breasts. The most common donor sites include the flanks, abdomen, and thighs. Fat harvested from these areas is refined and purified before being re-injected into breasts. This transfer of natural breast tissue can increase the breast by half a cup to one cup.
Consultation & Preparation for Breast Augmentation
Breast Augmentation Procedure in Scottsdale, AZ
Anesthesia
Incisions
Inframammary Incision
Transaxillary Incision
Transaxillary incisions are located in the armpit area. Such placement is better for saline implants that can be filled after insertion. Many women prefer transaxillary incisions because the scar is minimal in the armpit area. However, this method is not used if the patient needs a breast lift or had a breast enhancement procedure in the past.
Areolar or Periareolar Incision
Transumbilical Incision
Add-On Procedure Breast Lift
Recovery After Breast Augmentation
Candidates for Breast Augmentation
Benefits of Breast Augmentation
Cost of Breast Augmentation in Scottsdale, AZ
How Is Our Breast Augmentation Surgery Different From Others?
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
With certifications from prestigious organizations, such as the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and the American Board of Surgery, Dr. LaBarbera’s qualifications are among the best in Scottsdale.