What to Know About Breast Implants

Your Options for Breast Augmentation in Portland, OR

At The Waldorf Center, we help patients choose the best breast implants in Portland for their goals, lifestyle, and anatomy. Whether you want a subtle, natural breast enhancement or a more noticeable change, our breast augmentation surgeons tailor recommendations during a thorough breast augmentation consultation. We discuss your desired size and shape, your tissue quality, and your plans for activity, pregnancy, and breastfeeding. Together, we consider implant material (silicone vs. saline), shape (round or teardrop breast), and placement (over the muscle breast augmentation vs. submuscular) to create a breast augmentation plan that looks balanced and feels like you.

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Types of Breast Augmentation

We offer a full range of breast augmentation surgery options. Silicone breast implants are popular for a soft, natural feel. Saline breast augmentation provides a time-tested option with intraoperative adjustability. Gummy bear breast augmentation uses cohesive, form-stable gel that can help maintain shape. Round and teardrop breast implants (anatomical) can be paired with different profiles to fine-tune projection. For some patients, over-the-muscle breast augmentation offers a quicker recovery and a more defined upper pole; others benefit from partial submuscular placement to enhance tissue coverage—your surgeon will guide you based on your anatomy. We also welcome patients seeking male breast augmentation (such as transfeminine and nonbinary patients, or breast reduction for gynecomastia) and customize techniques to align with each person’s goals.

Fat Transfer and Natural Breast Enhancement

If you prefer a modest increase with the bonus of body contouring, fat transfer breast augmentation can provide natural breast enhancement using your own fat. This option is best for subtle to moderate volume and shaping; it may require more than one session for fuller results.

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THREE TALENTED DOCTORS

ONE FOCUSED MISSION

The experienced surgeons at The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery—Dr. Kathleen Waldorf, Dr. Rachel Streu and Dr. Heidi Johng—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.

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The experienced surgeons at The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery—Dr. Kathleen Waldorf, Dr. Rachel Streu and Dr. Heidi Johng—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.

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Choosing Size, Shape, and Placement

Personalized Planning with Your Surgeon

There is no one-size-fits-all implant. We evaluate chest width, soft-tissue thickness, skin elasticity, and symmetry to recommend the best breast implants for you. We review round vs. teardrop breast shapes, low-to-extra-high profiles, and over-the-muscle vs. submuscular placement. We also discuss how implant size relates to your frame and long-term comfort, so your outcome looks proportional in and out of clothing.

Breast Lift and Combined Procedures

Implants with a Lift (Mastopexy-Augmentation)

If you have skin laxity or nipple descent, combining implants with a breast lift can restore shape and position in a single plan. A lift (mastopexy) reshapes and elevates the breast while the implant restores volume—especially after weight changes, aging, or pregnancy. We also address asymmetry and can tailor procedures to your unique anatomy.

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What to Expect from Breast Augmentation Surgery

Your Procedure and Recovery

Most breast augmentation surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure. We review anesthesia, incision choices, implant placement, and scar care in detail before surgery. Expect a few days of downtime and a gradual return to activity over several weeks. We provide clear instructions on support garments, massage (if advised), and follow-up visits. All surgery carries risk, including bleeding, infection, implant rupture, and capsular contracture. Implants are not lifetime devices; future revision or replacement may be recommended. For patients with silicone gel implants, periodic imaging may be advised to monitor implant integrity per FDA guidance.

Breast Augmentation Cost, Financing, and Value

Understanding Pricing for Breast Implants

Breast augmentation cost varies with implant type, surgical complexity, anesthesia, facility fees, and whether you combine a breast lift or fat transfer. We provide a personalized estimate after your consultation so you understand your options and total investment. We can also discuss financing and timing to align with your goals.

Breast Implants FAQs

Breast implants can last many years, but they are not considered lifetime devices. We recommend regular follow-up. If changes occur—such as hardening, rupture, or shape concerns—revision may be appropriate.

Natural-looking results come from precise implant selection and placement. During your breast augmentation consultation, we align size, profile, and position with your anatomy to achieve a proportionate, natural breast enhancement.

Neither is universally better—the decision depends on tissue thickness, activity level, and your desired look. We review the pros and cons of each approach to help you choose confidently.

Yes. Hybrid augmentation uses a smaller implant with strategic fat transfer to refine cleavage, upper-pole contour, or symmetry for a soft, customized result.

*Patient results may vary*