Albany and Schenectady Tubular Breasts
Tubular Breast Surgery Overview
Tubular breasts are small and narrow. They are actually tube-like in shape compared to fuller, rounded breasts. Often, the breast skin is very tight and the breasts are quite pointed around the areola. And the areola and the nipples are usually enlarged and somewhat distorted. Tubular breast surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York can help women who have these types of breasts enjoy a fuller, more shapely breast contour.
If your breasts seem to fit this description, most likely you have tubular breasts and you have always felt somewhat embarrassed about them. You have probably wished that you could have fuller, rounder and more shapely breasts. Tubular breast surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York could help you enjoy a more natural breast contour and greater self-confidence. Why not call The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany today and schedule your private consultation with one of our eight experienced, talented and caring plastic surgeons. Or, if you'd prefer, contact us using our discreet online form to have your breast surgery questions answered.
The Procedure
Tubular breast surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York usually involves small incisions around the areola to help the tight skin loosen. In some cases the plastic surgeon will place a breast implant in the underside of the breast below the muscle tissue. In other cases an implant may not be inserted to achieve the desired results. Your plastic surgeon will discuss these options with you during your consultation.
When an implant is used, it will help the loosened skin of the breast and around the areola to eventually reshape itself around the implant. Over time, the breasts will naturally reshape themselves to a more normal appearance. This may take a period of months to fully occur, but immediately following tubular breast surgery, improved breast shape will be noticeable.
In some cases, the plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, may decide to perform a breast lift as well. Often, this isn't necessary to realize the desired results of improved breast shape and contour. Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany will discuss this option with you during the consultation.
Tubular breast surgery usually is performed using a general anesthesia and the procedure takes two to three hours. If a breast lift is performed at the same time as the tubular breast surgery, the procedure may take longer. Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York will discuss this with you during your consultation.
Recovering
Immediately following your tubular breast surgery, you'll wear an elastic surgical garment around your breasts to give them support and help reduce swelling. Usually, most patients are not too uncomfortable during the first day or two following the surgery, but if you do experience moderate pain, your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group can prescribe medications to make you more comfortable.
You will notice some swelling around your breasts the first few days following surgery. This is normal and the swelling will go away generally in two to three weeks. Remember, everyone heals at a different rate. You might also notice some bruising. Also, during the first week following your tubular breast surgery, you may feel somewhat tired. Again, this is normal. You should plan to get plenty of rest during this time. You should also plan to be out of work for about a week.
You will have follow-up visits to your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, and he or she will advise you about resuming work and normal activities. In most cases, in about three weeks all of the swelling and any bruising will be gone and you will be on your way to enjoying a more natural breast profile and greatly enhanced self confidence.
Keep in mind, the new shape of your breasts will continue to develop for up to six months after your surgery as your breast tissue spreads over the implant and naturally expands and repositions itself.
Potential Risks and Complications
Tubular breast surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group for Albany and Schenectady is a comparatively safe procedure that carries with it little chance of complications. Of course, all surgeries pose some risks, the most common being a slight infection or an adverse reaction to anesthesia. These can be effectively treated with medications in the rare instances that they occur. Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany will discuss this with you during your consultation.
Common Questions About Tubular Breast Surgery
Will insurance cover the cost of tubular breast surgery?
In most cases, insurance does not cover this procedure, but it is always wise to check with your insurance carrier and to discuss this with your plastic surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany.
How long will I be out of work?
You should plan on taking at least a week off from work. Everyone heals at a different rate, and you may feel comfortable enough to return sooner than that. But, it's important to enjoy plenty of rest during the first few days or week after your surgery.
Will there be noticeable scars?
Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group will make small incisions in the areola of your breasts. The resulting scars will be hardly visible at all, and over time, will fade and become virtually undetectable. If you have a breast lift at the same time as your tubular breast surgery, there may be some visible scars that will also fade considerably over time. Your Albany plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group will discuss this with you during your consultation.
How long will the results last?
Tubular breast surgery offers lifetime results and you will enjoy a more natural breast profile and greater self confidence for years.
To find out more about tubular breast surgery in Albany, New York, contact The Plastic Surgery Group at 518-438-0505 or send us an email today. Fill our our online form for a complimentary cosmetic consultation.
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