Surgery of the breast is performed to enhance the size or shape of a woman's breast for cosmetic or reconstructive reasons.

Breast Augmentation (Augmentation Mammaplasty)

Breast enlargement is a very popular procedure for women and is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures. Breast implants can be placed under the breast tissue or beneath the chest wall muscle through incisions that become less apparent over time. Saline-filled breast implants are commonly used for breast enlargement, while under some special circumstances silicone-gel filled implants can be utilized. Dr. Carter has special expertise in placing breast implants through a hidden axillary incision, but is able to use other incisions if indicated. After surgery, breasts will appear "fuller" and more shapely in contour.

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Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

Over time, the effects of gravity along with the loss of the skin's natural elasticity begins to have an effect on the appearance of a woman's breasts. These factors, combined with pregnancies and nursing will often cause the breasts to lose their youthful shape and firmness.

A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure to raise and reshape sagging breasts using a variety of incisions. The procedure can also reduce the size of the areola (the darker skin surrounding the nipple). Breast implants inserted in conjunction with a mastopexy procedure can increase both firmness and size.

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Breast Reduction

Large, pendulous breasts may cause a woman to potentially experience various medical problems caused by the excessive weight of the breast tissue. Problems with posture, skeletal deformities, back and neck pain, skin irritations and breathing problems are common with this condition. Bra straps often leave indentations in the shoulder area. Many women, especially teenage girls, are very self-conscious if they have unusually large breasts.

Breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty) removes fat, glandular tissue, and excessive skin, resulting in smaller, lighter and firmer breasts that are better-shaped in proportion to rest of the body.

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Breast Reconstruction

There are many alternatives for reconstructing the breast after a mastectomy due to cancer or other disease. Procedures for breast reconstruction after cancer surgery are covered by all HMO's and insurance carriers due to the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998 legislating mandatory coverage by Congress. This mandate also includes insurance coverage for the surgical treatment of the opposite breast for a symmetrical appearance.

Using the newest medical techniques, Dr. Carter is often able to create a breast that is similar in form and appearance to that of the natural breast. A consultation will provide you with information on the many available options for post-mastectomy breast reconstruction.

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