Subfascial Breast Augmentation

IN LONG BEACH, CA AND SERVING LA, ORANGE COUNTY AND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Subfascial breast augmentation offers another option for women who wish to increase cup size and an opportunity to do so with the most natural-looking results possible.

Traditional breast augmentation methods—submuscular and sub-glandular augmentation—involve placing the implants behind or in front of the chest muscles. While these methods have advantages, subfascial breast augmentation is a third option that potentially reduces the healing time while still providing natural-looking results.

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How Does Subfascial Breast Augmentation Work?

Subfascial breast augmentation in Long Beach is a procedure in which a surgeon places breast implants beneath the fascia – the thin tissue covering the muscles on your body.

In traditional sub-muscular breast augmentation procedures, surgeons placed implants directly behind the pectoral muscle. This positioning requires cutting through the pectoralis muscle, leading to a more lengthy healing time. Surgeons specializing in subfascial breast augmentation position the implant on top of the pectoral muscle, just below the fascia.

The procedure requires a delicate dissection of the tissues covering the chest muscles. However, due to less muscle and connective tissue displacement, it offers more natural-looking and feeling results, with a less painful and shorter recovery time.

What Happens Before, During, and After Subfascial Breast Augmentation?

Once you decide you would like to undergo subfascial breast augmentation in Long Beach, the first step is to engage Dr. Waltzman in a confidential consultation to discuss your motivation and goals.

This stage is a crucial step in your journey. During their consultation, many patients realize that a different breast surgery, such as a breast lift or fat transfer augmentation, better aligns with their circumstances and desired outcomes. Once you decide subfascial breast augmentation is indeed the correct procedure for you, you’ll schedule a date for your treatment.

We strongly recommend avoiding smoking, limiting alcohol intake, and eating a nutritious diet in the three weeks before your treatment. Doing so will prepare your body for optimal healing.

Before he starts operating on your breasts, Dr. Waltzman administers a general anesthetic to ensure you are comfortable throughout the entire surgery. After Dr. Waltzman completes the procedure, our team will monitor you in-house. In most cases, you’ll receive the all-clear to go home shortly following your procedure.

For most patients, subfascial breast augmentation takes between 45 minutes to an hour and a half.

Once you return home, you’ll immediately start focusing on your healthy recovery process. That means complete rest for the first 48 hours after treatment. Also, try and drink more water than usual, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, and avoid excess stress.

The longer you can dedicate to healing, the faster your body will bounce back from surgery.

Am I a Candidate for Subfascial Breast Augmentation?

Several elements qualify you as a good subfascial breast augmentation candidate in Long Beach:

  • Being in excellent overall physical and mental health
  • Not smoking
  • Willingness to commit to all postsurgical instructions to speed healing
  • Having realistic expectations for the treatment and understanding what the process involves

What Results Can I Expect from Subfascial Breast Augmentation?

Results from the procedure are long-lasting. Breast implants typically last a decade or more. Of course, the natural aging process will take its toll, and after many years, you may decide to pursue a secondary breast lift or another breast augmentation procedure.

For many women, the subfascial breast augmentation technique provides the most natural-looking results. You can get an idea of what your breast augmentation results might look like with the Crisalix 3D simulation.

What is Recovery Like After Subfascial Breast Augmentation?

Recovery from subfascial breast augmentation in Long Beach is reportedly better than submuscular breast augmentation techniques. However, you’ll still be recovering from invasive surgery. You might experience swelling, bruising, tenderness, and fatigue – all of which are typical.

Keep your incision sites as dry as possible for 48 hours immediately following treatment. Then, begin gently cleaning the incisions with a product provided by Dr. Waltzman or with warm water and soap. After cleaning, it is imperative to dry the incisions completely.

You can usually manage pain with over-the-counter pain medication. You can discuss this with Dr. Waltzman before your treatment.

Dr. Waltzman now offers ELIXIR MD™, an FDA-cleared, medical-grade device developed exclusively for plastic surgery recovery. It delivers precise wavelengths of light to different layers of the skin, stimulating cellular repair and tissue regeneration while reducing surface-level redness and swelling. The result is a better, faster healing experience.

Why Choose Dr. Waltzman for Your Subfascial Breast Augmentation?

Dr. Waltzman is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for providing compassionate, personalized care and creating stunning results. Part of his approach is prioritizing a detailed one-on-one consultation to discuss the patient’s unique goals and concerns. He will carefully tailor a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs.

This personalized approach, combined with extensive experience and knowledge of facial aesthetics, allows Dr. Waltzman to produce consistently natural and lasting results. Choosing Dr. Waltzman for your breast augmentation means you can count on top-quality care and an outcome you’ll love.

Dr. Waltzman also offers advanced recovery options like ELIXIR MD™ for faster healing and a better experience.

Take the Next Step

When you are ready to consider a subfascial breast augmentation, reach out to The Waltzman Institute Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics at (562) 448-6100 to schedule your initial consultation and learn more about our many aesthetic enhancement options.

We are located in Long Beach and serve patients in LA county, Orange County, the South Bay and all of Southern California. You’ll find that we are fully committed to the best possible experience and outcomes for all of our patients!

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