| Dr.
Zandi has over 30 years of experience
performing cosmetic surgeries on Asians in
the Bay Area and
understands the special needs and
considerations that go into your enhancing your appearance. |
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Asian Breast Enlargement (Breast
Augmentation) |
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| Breast
enlargement surgery involves
the placement of implants to
increase the volume and
enhance the shape of your
breasts. Breast enlargement
surgery performed by a top
Bay Area cosmetic surgeon
operating in the
greater San Jose & San
Francisco regions can boost
your confidence in your
appearance.
Call our Bay Area cosmetic
surgery center today for a
free private consultation with
Dr. Zandi about your breast
enlargement. |
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| Who
is a Good Candidate? |
| One
or more of the following conditions may
indicate that you are a good candidate for
this operation: |
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Breasts
are smaller than desired. |
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Clothing that fits well around the
hips is
too large for the bustline. |
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You
feel self-conscious wearing a swimsuit. |
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One of your breasts is noticeably
smaller
than the other. |
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| Private
Consultation: |
During
your initial consultation you will discuss
with Dr. Zandi your past and
present medical conditions and current
medications. He needs to know if
you have hypertension, thyroid problems
or diabetes and if there is a history of
breast cancer in your family. He should also know about
your past surgeries, allergies to any
medications, and personal habits, such
as smoking and drinking. You should let
him know if you are planning to lose a
significant amount of weight in the future.
A physical examination will be performed
to determine the specifics of your
implants and their placement. Preoperative
photographs will be taken. You may be
shown before and after photographs. Lab
tests, x-rays or EKG may be ordered
depending on your general health. At the
conclusion of the consultation and
physical examination, fees will be discussed with you by
the doctor and his staff. |
| Preparation: |
Stop
all non-prescriptive medication, diet
pills, herbs, and garlic two weeks before
surgery.
It is advisable to stop smoking two
weeks prior to and two weeks following
surgery. Do not drink any alcoholic
beverages two days prior to and one week
following surgery.
Have
your mammogram and any lab work done at
least two weeks prior to surgery if you
are over 35 years old or if there is any
history of breast cancer in your family.
Avoid taking aspirin
and aspirin
containing products such as Advil and
avoid garlic and garlic products two
weeks prior to surgery. These products
can prolong bleeding and increase bruising.
Tylenol may be taken during this period.
Starting two days before surgery, wash your upper torso from neck
to waist with Betadine soap for 15 minutes
twice per day. An additional wash should
be done right before the surgery. No
skin product should be used two days
prior to the surgery. Do not eat or
drink anything after midnight before
surgery. You may, however, take prescriptive
medication with a small amount of water
and brush your teeth the morning of
surgery. Wear a loose fitting shirt
that does not pull over your head when coming for surgery.
Loose sweats are recommended as you
will be in a compression garment after
surgery and clothing may be difficult to
get on. Do not wear jewelry or bring
valuables when coming for surgery.
Please plan to have someone bring you
to and take you home from surgery and
stay with you for at least the first
24 hours. Notify the office staff of
this person's name and their telephone
number prior to surgery. Have all
prescriptions filled a few days before
surgery so they will be available when
you arrive home from surgery.
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| The
Procedure: |
The
operation is usually performed under general
anesthesia and occasionally under local
anesthesia with conscious sedation as
an outpatient. There are different approaches
and each surgeon has his or her own
preference.
I approach the breasts mostly through
an incision on the lower border of the
areola (the dark skin around the
nipple); however, breast enlargement
surgery can be performed through the under
arm or under the breast as well. The
implant can be placed in front of or
behind the chest muscles. I usually place
them behind the muscles.
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| Surgical
Risks: |
Breast enlargement is performed on
millions of women with success, but
anyone undergoing the procedure should be aware
of the benefits and risks. Potential
complications include reaction to the
anesthesia, blood collection that may
need drainage or re-surgery, infection,
which may require removal and later
replacement of the implants, and change
in sensation of the nipple and surrounding
skin, which is usually temporary. The
scar is usually unnoticeable, but on
occasion it may
require a minor procedure for improvement.
The capsule, which is a natural scar
formation around the implants may undergo
contracture (shrinkage) and make the
breast firm.
It can be corrected by surgical release
of the capsule. Risk decreases when
the implant is placed behind the muscle.
If the saline filled implant leaks,
it causes no harm and the saline will
be absorbed by the body within hours. The
implant can be replaced with no difficulty.
There is no scientific evidence that
breast augmentation increases the risk
of breast cancer; however, the presence
of breast implants makes it more difficult
to take and read mammograms. Placement
of the implant beneath the chest muscles
may improve this interference.
After breast augmentation it is possible
to return to work in about a week, depending on your job. Vigorous activity,
especially movement of the arms, may
be restricted for one to three weeks.
Recovery time varies from person to
person depending on the patient's
motivation. Most patients should be able
to drive within three to five days after
surgery. Strenuous exercise and aerobics
should resume no earlier than three to
four weeks after surgery. Sexual
activity should be avoided for at least
two weeks after surgery and you should be extremely
gentle with the breasts for the first
month or so. Self examination or examination
by your physician can be resumed approximately
one month following surgery.
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| Postoperative
Care: |
For a week after surgery, rest on your back
on one or two pillows.
You
may experience moderate pain for the first
two to three days following surgery. Pain
medication is given to reduce the pain
during your recovery period. A slight
fever is normal during the first few days
following surgery.
You
will have bandages in place for about
three days. These bandages should remain
dry and intact. You may
remove them and shower on the third
or fourth day after surgery. You will
have sutures in place for 7 - 10 days.
You may experience bruising and swelling
for one to two weeks.
You
are encouraged to call the office if you
have any questions. |
| Fees: |
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Breast enlargement surgery fees are
customarily paid two weeks prior to
surgery to ensure the patient is sincere
in her motivation. The fees include the
cosmetic surgeon's fee, the facility
charge for a private and fully
accredited Bay Area cosmetic surgery
center, and the anesthesiologist or
certified nurse anesthetist's fee, if
general anesthesia is used. Also
included are any laboratory tests
performed in the office, or use of
special equipment. Insurance plans
rarely cover cosmetic surgery, but
please feel free to ask the office staff
if you have any questions in that regard.
We understand that the decision to
undergo breast enlargement is a very
important one, and we are here to
address your concerns and questions.
Please call our cosmetic surgery center
near San Jose to talk to knowledgeable
staff or to set up a free private
consultation. Dr. Zandi is a top-rated,
board certified Bay Area cosmetic
surgeon whose breast enlargement patients come from all
over the greater San Jose and San
Francisco regions.
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