Breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic procedures for women in the United States. The staff at The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery is sensitive to the specific needs and concerns of women. Our surgeons, Kathleen Waldorf, MD and Rachel Streu, MD, have performed countless successful breast enhancement surgeries, helping women feel happier about their appearance. Patients can experience the latest advances in technology and techniques to perform a breast augmentation at our Portland, Oregon, practice.
CHOOSING BREAST IMPLANT SIZE, SHAPE, AND PLACEMENT
At The Waldorf Center, we use only FDA-approved saline implants and silicone implants when performing a breast augmentation. The outer shell on all of the implants is made of a silicone polymer. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages that your surgeon will discuss with you during your consultation.
Many women don’t realize that they have more choices to make besides choosing the material of the implants they will receive. Besides the size, the shape of the implant is also an important decision. There are rounder shapes that create a fuller, deeper, and more pronounced cleavage, and teardrop shapes that are closer to the breast’s natural shape. There are two types of silicone gel implants—a round cohesive gel and a highly cohesive gel, which features the teardrop shape. There are also IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Saline Breast Implants, which are advanced implants that offer the peace of mind of saline but still look and feel as natural as silicone.
Your surgeon will discuss these with you and make a recommendation based on your anatomy and desired outcome. Your lifestyle also plays a role and will be taken into consideration in guiding you in the selection of which implant is best for you. During your breast augmentation operation, the implants may be placed either in front of the pectoral muscle or under it. This decision will depend on your preferences, your anatomy, and your surgeon’s recommendation for your case. Another factor to consider before choosing to receive a breast augmentation is whether you would like to be able to breastfeed in the future after surgery.
CHOOSING BREAST IMPLANT SIZE, SHAPE, AND PLACEMENT
At The Waldorf Center, we use only FDA-approved saline implants and silicone implants when performing a breast augmentation. The outer shell on all of the implants is made of a silicone polymer. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages that your surgeon will discuss with you during your consultation.
Many women don’t realize that they have more choices to make besides choosing the material of the implants they will receive. Besides the size, the shape of the implant is also an important decision. There are rounder shapes that create a fuller, deeper, and more pronounced cleavage, and teardrop shapes that are closer to the breast’s natural shape. There are two types of silicone gel implants—a round cohesive gel and a highly cohesive gel, which features the teardrop shape. There are also IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Saline Breast Implants, which are advanced implants that offer the peace of mind of saline but still look and feel as natural as silicone.
Your surgeon will discuss these with you and make a recommendation based on your anatomy and desired outcome. Your lifestyle also plays a role and will be taken into consideration in guiding you in the selection of which implant is best for you. During your breast augmentation operation, the implants may be placed either in front of the pectoral muscle or under it. This decision will depend on your preferences, your anatomy, and your surgeon’s recommendation for your case. Another factor to consider before choosing to receive a breast augmentation is whether you would like to be able to breastfeed in the future after surgery.
CHOOSING BREAST IMPLANT SIZE, SHAPE, AND PLACEMENT
At The Waldorf Center, we use only FDA-approved saline implants and silicone implants when performing a breast augmentation. The outer shell on all of the implants is made of a silicone polymer. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages that your surgeon will discuss with you during your consultation.
Many women don’t realize that they have more choices to make besides choosing the material of the implants they will receive. Besides the size, the shape of the implant is also an important decision. There are rounder shapes that create a fuller, deeper, and more pronounced cleavage, and teardrop shapes that are closer to the breast’s natural shape. There are two types of silicone gel implants—a round cohesive gel and a highly cohesive gel, which features the teardrop shape. There are also IDEAL IMPLANT Structured Saline Breast Implants, which are advanced implants that offer the peace of mind of saline but still look and feel as natural as silicone.
Your surgeon will discuss these with you and make a recommendation based on your anatomy and desired outcome. Your lifestyle also plays a role and will be taken into consideration in guiding you in the selection of which implant is best for you. During your breast augmentation operation, the implants may be placed either in front of the pectoral muscle or under it. This decision will depend on your preferences, your anatomy, and your surgeon’s recommendation for your case. Another factor to consider before choosing to receive a breast augmentation is whether you would like to be able to breastfeed in the future after surgery.
The Waldorf Center in Portland, OR, offers special financing for the recommended surgical or non-surgical procedure you want. Convenient monthly payments can be structured to fit your financial situation. Call the practice for more information at 503-646-0101 or contact us online.
RECOVERING FROM BREAST AUGMENTATION
Most women are able to return to work and other normal activities within a week after their breast augmentation surgery.* You will need to refrain from sports and strenuous exercise for at least another three to four weeks. You may resume them after this period if you feel no pain or discomfort.
You may be asked to wear a compression bandage or post-surgical support bra for a period of time, and you can expect some swelling, bruising, and mild pain. Some women are surprised with the size of their breasts immediately following a breast augmentation and become concerned that they appear larger than they had wanted. But the immediate results come from both the implantation as well as the post-surgical swelling. Once the swelling subsides and the breast implants are properly seated in their position, the results should much more closely resemble what you were looking to achieve.
You may take pain medication and use cold compresses to ease any pain, discomfort, and swelling. You may also be advised by your surgeon to sleep on your back for a period of time. Your surgeon and our clinical staff will give you full post-op instructions and follow you closely after your surgery to make sure you are healing properly. It is very important to follow all recommended breast augmentation aftercare instructions to ensure you achieve the best possible results from your operation at our Portland, OR, clinic.
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We understand that every patient has different needs. For those who would like to reduce the size of their breasts, or lift and tighten them to improve their appearance, we offer breast surgeries, such as breast reduction, breast lift, and breast revision surgeries.
*Patient results may vary*
TWO TALENTED DOCTORS
ONE FOCUSED MISSION
The experienced surgeons at The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery—Dr. Kathleen Waldorf and Dr. Rachel Streu—built the practice on a foundation of providing patients with high quality, ethical care. One of their guiding principles is a belief that cosmetic surgery is as much an art as it is a science.
Meet The Doctors
The experienced surgeons at The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery—Dr. Kathleen Waldorf and Dr. Rachel Streu—built the practice on a foundation of providing patients with highquality, ethical care. One of their guiding principles is a belief that cosmetic surgery is as much an art as it is a science.