Finding the Best Louisville Plastic Surgeon to Perform your Breast Augmentation

When it comes to breast augmentation surgery, which is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed nationwide, there is much for women who desire fuller, more shapely breasts to consider. Beyond determining the size and type of implant that will be used for the enhancement, the most important thing patients in Louisville, KY can do is select a highly qualified plastic surgeon to perform the procedure. Dr. Nana Mizuguchi, a dual board-certified aesthetic and plastic surgeon with Mizuguchi Plastic Surgery, has compiled a list of tips designed to assist you in beginning your search.

Think about what you want

In recent years, exciting advancements have been made in breast augmentation especially as it pertains to implants. These days, patients can choose between traditional saline and silicone-gel implants and unique designs that have made both safer and durable than ever before. Although silicone implants are still favored by many patients, they are only approved for women over the age of 22. Also, larger incisions are required to place them in the chest wall. Meanwhile, fat can be transferred from other areas of the body to enhance the breasts, and breast-lift procedures can further improve the appearance of sagging breasts. Explore all of the options available before concluding what will provide you with the results best suited for your aesthetic, health, and lifestyle needs.

Seek out recommendations

Do you have a friend or family member who has undergone breast augmentation and is happy with the outcome? Ask them to supply the name of the surgeon who performed their procedure and discuss whether they would recommend them to others. Inquire about the specifics of their procedure and what, if anything, they would have done differently. Dr. Nana Mizuguchi also suggests going online to research information about breast augmentation surgeons in Louisville. Query people on social media about who they used and whether they recommend their surgeon to prospective patients. Search the names you are provided and any information associated with them, paying particular attention to patient-penned reviews. While not all information online is entirely accurate, it can be a good starting point from which to glean different perspectives.

Ask about experience and credentials

It is critically important to know whether a surgeon holds board certifications, as well as how many years they have been practicing and in what areas they specialize. Be sure to ask the surgeon whether they have received any specialized training in breast augmentation as well as the number of procedures they perform annually. In this case, more is better since an experienced surgeon will most likely be able to provide you the information and medical guidance you need, the appealing aesthetic outcome you want, and the peace of mind that you deserve.

Inquire about the surgical techniques they use

During breast augmentation surgeries, it is common for surgeons to make incisions under the breast fold. However, some opt to operate through incisions made in the belly button or near the armpit. It is important to know well ahead of time what techniques the surgeon plans to employ, especially if it is important to you that incision scars do not appear prominently following surgery. Know your options and think twice before selecting a surgeon who uses the same methods for every patient since breast augmentation procedures and outcomes vary with each individual.

Ask to see before and after photos

A qualified, board-certified surgeon such as Dr. Nana Mizuguchi of Mizuguchi Plastic Surgery will allow you to view before and after photos of previous patients. Take the opportunity to do so, paying particular attention to photos of patients who possess a similar torso and breast shapes as yours. If, for example, your shoulders are narrow and breasts asymmetrical, photos of others with those features will give you a good idea of how the surgeon handles such cases. Before and after photos may also play an important role in helping you decide what size breast implant may be best suited for you and offer some insight about the aesthetic outcomes that the surgeon typically is able to achieve. If he or she cannot or refuses to provide before and after photos, consider it a red flag and consult with another physician.

Discuss costs

Who doesn’t love a good deal? While deep discounts are considered a positive when purchasing clothing items, cars and concert tickets, that isn’t usually the case where breast augmentation is concerned. As a general rule, most plastic surgeons price their services competitively, and patients should be able to obtain exact costs during the consultation with a written estimate of surgical fees. If a surgeon’s prices are dramatically lower than others in the Louisville, KY area that may point to potential problems. Be sure to ask during the consult whether the estimated dollar amounts provided cover items including anesthesia and surgery-center fees. Most surgeons are able to offer patients payment plans and alternate financing options.

Optimize your consultation

Prepare a list of questions about breast augmentation that you want the surgeon to answer during your consultation. What risks are associated with the procedure? What type of anesthesia will be used during surgery? What should be expected as part of the recovery process? When will you be able to resume your regular exercise routine and other activities? A confident, experienced board-certified plastic surgeon will thoroughly and concisely answer all of your questions, and should help patients feel at ease in their selection of a surgeon as well as the potential outcome of the procedure.

Consider the possibilities

Taking extra steps to select a highly skilled surgeon to perform your breast augmentation is definitely worth the effort. The positive results this procedure can produce, particularly in terms of improving your overall appearance and self-confidence, are immeasurable. If you still have questions, you are invited to call the Mizuguchi Plastic Surgery and schedule a consultation with Dr. Nana Mizuguchi, a surgeon who is dual-board certified in aesthetic and plastic surgery. He works closely and compassionately with patients in Kentucky to help them become their best selves.