Today, through modern technology, many women are able to alter the shapes of their bodies. Some with small, underdeveloped or asymmetrical breasts choose to undergo breast augmentation. This is a safe, effective surgical procedure designed to improve the contour of a woman’s body by implanting approved implants beneath the chest wall muscles.

Preparing for Breast Augmentation

Prior to surgery, a complete medical history is taken in order to evaluate the general health of the patient. A thorough examination of the breasts is also made to determine the most effective surgical approach. Dr. Edds will discuss with you the type of anesthesia to be used, the procedure, what results might realistically be expected and the possible risks and complications.

Mammograms are required on all patients over thirty. Preoperative instructions often include the elimination of certain drugs which contain aspirin in order to minimize the possibility of excess bleeding. Antibiotics designed to prevent infection may be prescribed.

The Breast Augmentation Procedure

A breast augmentation is usually performed in our accredited outpatient surgical center. The physician may choose from a variety of surgical procedures, depending upon what changes are desired. Prior to surgery, pre-medication is administered to relax you and the breasts are carefully marked to indicate where incisions are to be made.

One of the techniques most frequently used is an incision made in the lower portion of the breast near the chest wall or around the lower portion of the areola (the dark pink area circling the nipple). When the incision is made in the lower portion of the breast, breast tissue is raised to create a pocket beneath the chest wall muscle. An implant containing a saline solution is inserted into the pocket. Different sizes of implants may be used to correct breast asymmetry.

After the implant is securely in place, small sutures are used to close the incision. A breast augmentation normally takes approximately one hour, depending upon the procedure and extent of the surgery.

Recovery from Breast Augmentation Surgery

Following surgery, you will have a dressing, surgical bra and strap. Pain connected with the procedure is treated with oral medication. Antibiotics will be prescribed to prevent infection. Instructions for the day of surgery include bed rest and limited activities. Dr. Edds determines when normal activities can be resumed; however, strenuous exercise and overhead lifting must be avoided in the early postoperative period.

Sutures are removed in seven days, at which time Dr. Edds may recommend massage to keep the breast supple. Numbness around the treated area may occur, but this condition is usually temporary. Swelling and discoloration disappear in a few days, and scars from the incisions, although permanent, fade significantly with time.

Breast Surgery Risks and Complications

Complications of infection and slow healing are rare; however there are certain inherent risks connected with every surgical procedure, which should be thoroughly discussed with Dr. Edds. You can minimize complications by carefully following directions given by the physician. In some cases in which the breast becomes too firm due to formation of scar tissue, a second procedure may be necessary.

Contact Aesthetic Surgery Center in Owensboro for more information on Breast Augmentation.

Traveling to Owensboro

Many of our patients travel from far away to the Aesthetic Surgery Center to see Dr. Edds.

Driving times to Owensboro:

Evansville, Indiana – 45 minutes
Louisville, Kentucky – 90 minutes
Nashville – 2 hours

Hotel Accommodations in Owensboro:

The newly remodeled Days Inn has a special rate for our patients and is located just 1/2 a mile away from the office.