Breast Augmentation in White Plains, NY

Saline and silicone implants both have an outer silicone shell, but are filled differently. Saline implants are filled with sterile saltwater after placement, while silicone implants come pre-filled with a cohesive silicone gel. Both can be appropriate in the right patient, and the best choice depends on your body type, goals, desired feel, incision plan, and personal preferences.

Many patients choose silicone implants because this material often feels more like natural breast tissue, especially in patients with less existing breast volume. Saline implants may require a smaller incision in some cases because these implants are filled after insertion. Deflation is more obvious if a leak occurs with saline implants, while silicone implant rupture can be less noticeable and may require imaging for evaluation.

At Zellner Plastic Surgery, implant choice is discussed in plain English during the consultation. We review the advantages and tradeoffs of each option, including how the implant may look and feel on your body. The right choice is individualized, and we will help you compare options without pressuring you toward a specific implant type.

Choosing the right implant size is one of the most important parts of breast augmentation planning. The best size is not always the largest size a patient can fit. It is the size that creates the shape, balance, and proportion you want while respecting your anatomy and long-term comfort.

Dr. Zellner considers several measurements, including chest width, breast base width, tissue thickness, skin stretch, shoulder and hip proportions, and your natural breast position. Your lifestyle also matters. A patient who runs frequently, lifts weights, or wants a very subtle change may prefer a different size and profile than someone seeking a fuller, more noticeable enhancement.

We encourage patients to bring example photos, but those images are used as a communication tool rather than a promise of an identical result. Two people with the same implant size can look very different depending on their starting anatomy. The consultation is designed to translate your goals into a surgical plan that looks balanced on you.

Breast augmentation can look natural when implant size, implant profile, placement, and surgical technique are carefully matched to the patient. A natural-looking result usually means the breasts appear fuller while still fitting the patient’s frame, posture, and overall proportions. The goal is balance rather than an overdone appearance.

Several details influence how natural the final result looks. Implant placement beneath the pectoral muscle may create a softer upper breast transition for many patients. The incision location, pocket creation, implant width, and the amount of existing breast tissue also affect the final shape. Dr. Zellner reviews these factors during the consultation so you understand why a certain plan may be recommended.

Some patients also have asymmetry, constricted breast shape, or tubular breast features that require a more customized approach. For those concerns, we may discuss options related to unequal and tubular breast correction to help create a more harmonious breast shape.

Recovery varies from patient to patient, but many breast augmentation patients can return to desk work or light daily activity in about a week. The first several days usually involve tightness, swelling, pressure, and soreness across the chest. These symptoms are expected and typically improve steadily as the tissues relax and swelling begins to settle.

You will receive specific instructions about supportive garments, activity limits, medication, incision care, sleeping position, and follow-up visits. Strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and upper-body workouts are usually restricted for several weeks because the healing pocket around the implant needs time to stabilize. Returning too quickly can increase discomfort and may affect healing.

A smooth recovery starts before surgery. We will talk through what to prepare at home, how much help you may need, and when you can reasonably return to work, driving, exercise, and social plans. Because each body heals differently, your follow-up visits help us guide you safely through the process.

Breast augmentation incisions may be placed in different locations depending on the patient’s anatomy, implant type, and surgical plan. Common options include an incision around the lower edge of the areola, beneath the breast fold, or, in select cases, another approach based on the surgeon’s judgment. The goal is to place the incision where it allows precise implant positioning while keeping the scar as discreet as possible.

Dr. Zellner often prefers a periareolar incision, which is placed around the nipple and areola border. This approach may allow a shorter, well-concealed incision for appropriate candidates. However, incision choice is always individualized. Skin tone, areola size, implant selection, scarring history, and breast anatomy all matter.

During your consultation, we will explain the incision recommendation and what you can expect as the scar matures. Scars usually fade over time, but scar quality varies by patient. Careful technique and good aftercare both support the best possible healing.

The cost of breast augmentation in White Plains can vary based on the details of the surgical plan. Pricing may be affected by implant type, anesthesia, facility fees, surgeon’s fees, surgical complexity, and whether breast augmentation is combined with another procedure, such as a lift. A personalized quote is the most accurate way to understand your expected investment.

During your consultation, we review the procedure, answer questions, and provide transparent cost information based on your anatomy and goals. We do not believe patients should feel rushed or uncertain about what is included. Understanding cost is part of making an informed decision, just like understanding recovery, risks, and implant options.

Patients who want to plan ahead can also review the practice’s costs and financing information. Financing can be helpful for patients who prefer to move forward with a clear monthly payment structure rather than paying the full surgical cost at once.

Some patients need breast implants alone, while others are better served by combining implants with a breast lift. Implants can increase volume and improve upper breast fullness, but do not reliably correct moderate to significant sagging. If the nipple sits low on the breast or points downward, a lift may be needed to reposition the breast tissue and nipple for a more youthful shape.

This distinction is important because choosing implants alone when a lift is needed can leave the breast looking heavy, low, or less balanced than expected. On the other hand, a patient with mild volume loss and good nipple position may not need a lift. The right answer depends on your anatomy, not a one-size-fits-all rule.

Dr. Zellner will examine breast position, skin quality, nipple location, and the amount of volume you want. If a lift is recommended, we will explain why and review options for breast lift surgery or a combined augmentation-lift plan.

Breast implants are widely used medical devices, but breast augmentation is still surgery and should be approached with care. Safety depends on appropriate patient selection, high-quality surgical planning, proper implant choice, careful technique, and attentive follow-up. Patients should understand potential risks such as bleeding, infection, capsular contracture, implant rupture, changes in nipple sensation, visible rippling, asymmetry, and the possibility of future revision surgery.

A thorough consultation is the best place to review these risks in context. We will explain what is common, what is uncommon, and what steps are taken to reduce preventable complications. We also discuss long-term considerations, including implant monitoring and the fact that breast implants are not considered lifetime devices.

Patients should feel comfortable asking direct questions about training, board certification, facility standards, before-and-after photos, and follow-up care. You can learn more about Dr. Elizabeth Zellner and her board-certified background before scheduling your visit.

Yes, breast augmentation can sometimes be combined with other breast procedures when it is safe and appropriate. The most common combination is breast augmentation with a lift, especially for patients who want both fuller volume and improved breast position. In some cases, correction of asymmetry, tubular breast shape, or nipple and areola concerns may also be part of the surgical discussion.

Combining procedures can be efficient, but it is not always the right choice for every patient. The plan depends on your anatomy, health, goals, recovery capacity, and the amount of correction needed. A more complex breast shape may require staged planning or a more detailed surgical approach to protect safety and support a refined result.

When it comes to breast surgery procedures, the augmentation, lift, reduction, and correction procedures all differ. During your consultation, we will help identify whether one procedure or a combined plan is the best match for your goals.