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Breast Augmentation

Are you dreaming of a more proportionate, balanced body shape with more voluptuous breasts? Women in Houston, TX, turn to board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rolando Morales for expert breast augmentation with beautiful results. This transformative surgical procedure is designed to enhance your natural beauty by enlarging and reshaping your breasts, helping you achieve the body shape you desire. At Morales Plastic Surgery, breast augmentation is a personal journey toward feeling your best!

Benefits of This Procedure

Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the size, shape, or fullness of the breasts. It typically involves the placement of breast implants under the breast tissue or chest muscles.

Breast augmentation can help your breasts look more proportionate to the rest of your body. It’s also an effective solution for balancing out breasts that are different sizes and shapes, giving you a symmetrical, harmonious appearance.

Life changes like weight loss, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and aging can affect the fullness and shape of your breasts. Breast augmentation can restore that lost volume and youthful contour, helping you feel confident and beautiful.

Dr. Morales is highly skilled in performing revision breast surgery. Implants are not forever, whether you got implants in 2012 or 2022, if you need to replace them or are not happy with the results of your previous surgery, Dr. Morales can help. Whether you are looking for a revision with or without implants the overall goal is to restore a youthful breast contour, shape, and appearance as well as to maximize the patients long-term health and happiness.

Discover the Confidence Boost of Breast Augmentation

Imagine waking up every day, looking in the mirror, and loving the way you look. Breast augmentation is more than just a physical transformation; it’s about achieving the breasts you’ve always wanted and feeling confident and empowered.

Whether you choose saline or silicone, each option has its unique advantages, all aimed at helping you achieve the look you desire. With the right implants, you can enhance your natural beauty, boost your self-esteem, and enjoy the confidence that comes with looking and feeling your best every day.

History of Implants

Saline and Silicone Implants have been transforming lives since the 1960s. These implants have helped countless women achieve a natural look and feel, enhancing their self-confidence and body image. Between 1968 and 1992, they were the go-to choice for women seeking that perfect enhancement.

Although saline implants were the only option in the U.S. from 1992 to 2006, women worldwide continued to prefer silicone for its natural texture. In 2006, the FDA reaffirmed the safety of silicone implants, bringing them back to the U.S. market.

Understanding Implant Options

When considering breast augmentation, understanding the different types of implants is crucial. Both saline and silicone implants feature a solid silicone shell. Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water, while silicone implants contain a soft, cohesive silicone gel designed to mimic the feel of natural breast tissue.

Silicone Gel Implants

Known for their incredibly natural look and feel, silicone implants are a favorite among women seeking subtle, authentic enhancement. They minimize the risk of rippling and maintain their shape beautifully, especially in women with less natural breast tissue. While they do require a slightly longer incision and regular MRIs to check for ruptures, their realistic appearance makes them worth the investment. These implants are designed for women aged 22 and older.

Anatomic Silicone Implants

Introduced in 2012, these implants are filled with a stable, cohesive silicone gel that retains its shape, even through movement. They closely mimic the natural breast’s weight and feel, offering peace of mind and a truly lifelike result.

Motiva Implants

Motiva breast implants were FDA approved in September 2024. Developed by Establishment Labs, Motiva implants are known for their innovative design and advanced technology. The Motiva SmoothSilk Ergonomix implants are designed to mimic the movement and feel of natural breast tissue, adapting to the body’s position for a natural look whether standing or lying down. Their patented SmoothSilk surface enhances biocompatibility and minimizes inflammation. Motiva Round implants provide increased fullness and softness in the upper breast, offering both natural movement and a more rounded, consistent form.

Saline Implants

Saline implants offer a different set of benefits, including smaller scars, lower cost, and no need for MRI scans to detect ruptures. If a saline implant does rupture, the body safely absorbs the saline solution, though this results in a noticeable decrease in breast size. Saline implants are a great option for women seeking a straightforward, cost-effective enhancement with the reassurance of easy rupture detection.

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FAQS

Choosing the best incision placement for breast augmentation depends on your unique needs, which Dr. Morales will discuss with you during your consultation. Typically, the inframammary approach (under the breast) is favored for its speed, safety, and lower risk of future breastfeeding complications.

Yes, breast augmentation is often combined with other procedures like a breast lift, liposuction, buttock fat grafting, and tummy tuck. When multiple procedures are performed together, it is commonly referred to as a "Mommy Makeover." This comprehensive approach can enhance your overall body contour and achieve more dramatic results.

Recovery times vary for each individual. On average, patients can return to work about one week after a standard breast augmentation. If multiple procedures are performed simultaneously, the recovery period may be longer.

Patients can generally return to routine exercise no sooner than two months after surgery. Since the implants are placed partially under the muscle, it's essential to allow sufficient time for them to settle into position and for your body to heal properly.

Dr. Morales advises patients to wait until two months after surgery before shopping for new bras. This waiting period allows your breasts to adjust to the implants, ensuring a better fit and more accurate sizing once the final shape has settled.

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Why Choose Morales Plastic Surgery For Breast Enhancement

Dr. Rolando Morales, a board-certified plastic surgeon, specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Morales’s passion for plastic surgery stems from his unique upbringing. His mother was a nurse, and his father was a medical sculptor at the Shriner’s Burn Institute in Galveston, TX. Growing up, Dr. Morales assisted his father in creating silicone replacements for young burn victims, which inspired his career in plastic surgery.

As a respected surgeon in Houston and the surrounding areas, Dr. Morales strives to deliver personalized and beautiful results for each patient. Together with his highly skilled team of practitioners, Morales Plastic Surgery is renowned for its commitment to exceptional patient care and safety. If you are interested in learning more about breast augmentation, connect with us today to begin your journey!