1. Can a woman breast-feed after breast augmentation?

Most women can breast feed after breast augmentation. Placing the implant under the pectoral muscle further increases the chances of breast feeding. An incision placed in the breast crease (inframammary) may be associated with a slightly higher chance of breastfeeding compared to an incision placed at the areola.


2. Is it true that there is usually no loss of sense of touch of the nipples?

There is a 10% chance of having temporary or permanent loss of nipple sensation after breast augmentation, regardless of the incision site.


3. Can implants achieve some lifting of sagging breasts?

Implants can achieve some minor lifting of the breasts, however some patients will also require a formal breast lift at the time of surgery to address sagging breast skin.


4. What about getting insurance to pay for the breast augmentation?

Insurance may cover breast reconstruction with implants, but will not cover a purely cosmetic breast augmentation.


5. Will my breast implants feel like natural breasts?

Silicone implants tend to feel more natural compared to saline implants. Either implant placed under the pectoral muscle tends to feel more natural than implants placed in front of the muscle (subglandular).


6. What is the difference between breast implants placed under the pectoralis muscle and implants placed above it?

Implants placed under the pectoral muscle tend to have a more natural appearance and are associated with a lower incidence of scar tissue formation around the implants (capsular contracture). Also, breast implants placed under the muscle make mammograms easier to interpret compared to subglandular implants.


7. Will smoking affect my recovery?

You should avoid all smoking for about 2-4 weeks before and after surgery. Smoking can cause higher rates of infection, scar tissue formation and darkening of scars.