Breast Augmentation Newport Beach

The basic principle upon which this operation is based is the creation of a pocket into which either a saline-filled or silicone-filled implant is inserted.

The incisions that Dr. Nitta utilizes for the operation include:

Periareolar – under the nipple at the junction of the areolar and breast skin.

Inframammary – in the crease between the breast and the chest wall.

Axillary – in the armpit.

Placement of Implant:

In most cases, the implant is placed under the pectoralis major muscle (right image). Dr. Nitta prefers this pocket for a more natural, supported shape.

In some cases, the implant may instead be placed over the muscle, subglandular. (left image)

In our natural breast augmentation clinic in Newport Beach, California, Dr Nitta uses two types of material for breast operations – saline and silicone.

Each carries with it its own set of pro and con arguments. During your visit, the doctor will walk you through the main differences and help you choose the one that’s best for you. But to give you an idea, here are some basic definitions:

Saline Breast Implants

As the name suggests, saline breast implants are filled with a special type of saline water that is entirely sterile. The main advantage of saline implants is that saline water can be absorbed back into the body without issue or risk in case of collapse.Saline breast implants offer a natural, smooth feel and provide a firm and elevated shape that will contribute to your appearance and boost your self-confidence. 

The shape can be tailored specifically by an expert, especially if using structured saline implants (these stress the feel of natural breasts and are quite a common option for implants).

In the United States, saline breast implants have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and are generally recommended to anyone 18 and above.

Silicone Breast Implants

While saline breast implants are great, silicone breast implants tend to be preferred because of their feel.Silicone breast implants, as their name suggests, are filled with a special silicone gel, which adds firmness and gives the implant a “squishy” feel similar to that of a natural breast.

However, silicone breast implants run the risk of leaking, with the leaked gel either remaining within the implant shell or escaping into the breast implant pocket.It is for this reason that if you opt for silicone implants, you will have to schedule regular (often yearly) appointments with the doctor to ensure your implants are in proper working order.

Since a silicone implant will not outright collapse, it may be leaking without you even knowing, and that’s not desirable.

Saline implants, like silicone implants, have been approved by the FDA and are generally recommended for women over 22 years of age.

One last thing you need to know before we go on to talk about recovery is that during your visit, you’ll be able to choose between two types of implant: round or anatomical.

Round breast implants

Round breast implants are perfectly symmetrical and have the benefit that if one shifts inside the breast, it won’t look strange. 

They also tend to be somewhat less costly than anatomical implants, and in spite of a common misconception, round implants can look just as natural as anatomical ones.

This is the most common shape used. They come in a variety of heights ranging from moderate profile to high profile.

Anatomical Breast Implants

Anatomical breast implants are more oval and tend to be more bottom-heavy, thus taking on the appearance of a natural breast.

Initially designed for breast reconstruction operations, anatomical implants are costlier yet sometimes preferred because many feel they give off a more natural look. Anatomical implants have the disadvantage that when they shift, they can cause the breasts to look asymmetrical.

During your consultation, Dr. Nitta will help you choose the right type of implant.

The general recovery time for breast augmentation surgery is ten full days of rest and relaxation. Most patients will be able to return to work after a week, and resume regular activities after a month.

You have made a big investment in your appearance, by investing another 10 days of total rest and relaxation your long-term results will be so much better.

Following your surgery, you will be discharged in a surgical bra and dressing. The first few days after a breast augmentation are uncomfortable. You will experience pain and the sensation of pressure in the breast area, but will be able to walk and move around. Dr. Nitta administers a long-acting local anesthesia in the surrounding muscles to ease the pain, as well as medications for pain and nausea.

Two days after surgery you may remove the dressings and take a shower. You will continue to wear the surgical bra or a sports bra for the next month. Walking and light activity is permitted, but driving is not recommended, and patients must avoid aerobic activities and heavy lifting for a month. Dr. Nitta has specific exercise protocols for her dancers and athletes as well as tips for Moms with newborns.