Breast augmentation in Newport Beach, Beverly Hills and NYC
Medically reviewed by Dr. T. Y. Steven Ip, MD, FACS, board certified plastic surgeon Updated
Fuller breasts, volume restored after pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight loss, or better balance between two different sizes. Dr. Ip has performed thousands of breast augmentations and matches your implants to your frame and your goals.
Benefits of breast augmentation
Restores a youthful look
After pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss, the breasts can appear deflated and aged. Implants restore the breast volume women may have had in their youth or during pregnancy, achieving a firmer, more youthful breast contour. This procedure can be combined with breast lift to rejuvenate sagging breasts.
Improves balance and shape
Augmentation surgery can improve a variety of issues, including tubular (constricted) breasts and breasts that are noticeably different sizes (asymmetrical). Implants create a rounder and more attractive bust, and implants of varying sizes can be used to correct asymmetry.
Improves fullness (size)
With breast augmentation, women with a naturally small chest can enhance their cleavage and fullness. Women whose breasts have deflated can also benefit from implants to fill the space beneath the skin. The ideal implant size and shape will be determined based on your physical attributes and personal goals.
Am I a good candidate for breast augmentation?
Ideal candidates are patients who do not smoke, in good health, and with realistic expectations of their results. The decision to undergo breast enhancement is a personal decision that you make for yourself.
Your breast implant options
Dr. Ip shows you all the different breast implant products at your consultation and helps you choose your implants at your pre-op visit.
Silicone or saline
Cohesive gel that feels more like natural tissue, or saltwater with ruptures that are easy to identify.
Incision
Along the lower breast crease, around the edge of the areola, or in the armpit with no scar on the breast.
Placement
Under the muscle for most patients, above it for athletes, or dual plane for slight drooping.
Profile, density and size
Low to extra high profile, softer or firmer gel, and sizes from 110cc to 800cc.
Where, how and with what
Your surgery center, your anesthesia, and the procedures that can be done at the same time.
Where are the surgeries performed?
T. Y. Steven Ip, MD performs most of his breast augmentation surgeries at the Fashion Island Surgery in Newport Beach, California, Bedford Surgical Center in Beverly Hills, California, and Park Avenue Surgery Center in Manhattan, NYC. The surgery centers are fully accredited and certified by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc., and Medicare.
What type of anesthesia is used?
Breast implant surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia with a board-certified anesthesiologist. Laryngeal mask airways are used with the majority of patients. However, those who have a history of reflux or gastroesophageal disease are usually better candidates for endotracheal tube intubation.
What surgeries are performed in combination?
Breast augmentation can be performed alone or in addition to other plastic surgeries, such as:
- Breast lift
- Tummy tuck
- Liposuction
- Mommy makeover
- Rhinoplasty
- Facelift
The breast augmentation process
From your first visit to your one-year check, here is what happens and when.
Questions to ask yourself
Are you in good overall health?
Do you have a realistic expectation for the outcome of your procedure?
Are you emotionally mature enough to make an essential decision regarding altering your appearance?
Are you over 18 (for saline implants) or over 22 (for silicone implants)?
Can you fit the cost of a breast augmentation procedure into your budget?
Scheduling your consultation
The first step in the breast augmentation process is scheduling a consultation. Your consultation is essential before your plastic surgery. Your consultation will give you a chance to meet with Dr. Ip. He will review your medical history and perform a physical exam. He will address your desired results, show you all the different breast implant products, and explain the surgical procedure. You will have a chance to ask any questions you want concerning breast augmentation. Keep in mind that before scheduling a consultation, you should prepare so you can make the most of your appointment.
Your pre-op appointment and surgery date
After your consultation, you can choose a date for your surgery. About one week before your surgery date, you will come in for a pre-op appointment. During that visit, Dr. Ip will help you choose your breast implants. His office will provide you with prescriptions for medications needed for after the surgery. Pre-Op photos will be taken. Blood work will be drawn. Post-Op Instructions will be provided. You will pay for the surgical, anesthesia, OR, and implant fees at this time.
On the day of surgery
You will arrive at the surgery center one hour prior to your surgery time. The pre-op nurses at the surgery center will get you ready. The OR team (nurse and anesthesiologist) greet you in the pre-op area. Dr. Ip will also come to meet with you and make his pre-op markings. You will be transferred to the operating room. A primary augmentation takes 45 to 60 minutes. After the surgery, you will stay in the recovery room for at least an hour.
Your postoperative visits
All dressings are removed, and an upper pole compression band is placed. This band allows the implant to maintain an inferior position and softening of the muscle so that there will only be natural occurrences over the next four to six weeks. Your post-op visits will be the next day, 7th day, 14th day, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and at one year.
Breast augmentation before and after photos
Real results from Dr. Ip's breast augmentation, breast lift and implant revision patients.
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Case #6139 - Age
- 26
- Height
- 5’7″
- Weight
- 120 lb
- Procedure
- Breast Augmentation: Small “B” to Full “C”
- Implant size
- 400cc
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Case #3217 - Age
- 21
- Height
- 5’2″
- Weight
- 115 lb
- Procedure
- Breast Augmentation: “A” to “C”
- Implant size
- 300cc
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Case #2571 - Age
- 19
- Height
- 5’3″
- Weight
- 110 lb
- Procedure
- Breast Augmentation: “A” to “C”
- Implant size
- 250cc
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Case #3034 - Age
- 19
- Height
- 6’0″
- Weight
- 135 lb
- Procedure
- Breast Augmentation: “A” to Small “D”
- Implant size
- 475cc
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Case #1786 - Age
- 22
- Height
- 5’7″
- Weight
- 125 lb
- Procedure
- Breast Augmentation: “A” to “C”
- Implant size
- 400cc
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Case #7628 - Age
- 18
- Height
- 5’7″
- Weight
- 120 lb
- Procedure
- Breast Augmentation: “A” to Full “C”
- Implant size
- 400cc
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Case #9458 - Problem
- Right Side Breast Implant Capsular Contracture and Marked Asymmetry
- Procedure
- Bilateral Capsulectomy and Bilateral Exchange of Breast Implants
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Case #3391 - Problem
- Bilateral Breast Implant Capsular Contracture and Marked Asymmetry
- Procedure
- Bilateral Capsulectomy and Bilateral Exchange of Breast Implants
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Case #2294 - Problem
- Right Side Breast Implant Capsular Contracture and Marked Asymmetry
- Procedure
- Right Side Capsulectomy and Bilateral Exchange of Breast Implants
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Case #8924 - Problem
- Right Side Breast Implant Capsular Contracture, Ptosis (drooping), and Asymmetry
- Procedure
- Bilateral Capsulectomy, Breastlift, and Bilateral Exchange of Breast Implants
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Case #7761 - Problem
- Bilateral Breast Implant Capsular Contracture and Marked Asymmetry
- Procedure
- Bilateral Capsulectomy and Bilateral Exchange of Breast Implants
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Case #2482 - Problem
- Left Side Bottoming-Out of Breast Implants and Marked Asymmetry
- Procedure
- Bilateral Correction of Implant Pocket and Bilateral Exchange of Breast Implants
Recovery and life with implants
How long healing takes, how to help your scars fade, and what implants mean for mammograms, replacement and breastfeeding.
What is the normal recovery time?
In most cases, the normal recovery time is four to six weeks. Placing the implants under the muscle through the sub pectoral dual plane will usually take several weeks longer to heal than when it is placed subglandular. Dr. Ip's patients are instructed not to do any heavy lifting for the first three weeks and should wear a sports bra for up to 30 days. They should also wear upper pole compression bands to help the implants settle to a normal level.
How can I minimize scarring?
To decrease scarring Dr. Ip recommends that women:
Avoid sun exposure on the incisions for up to 6 months.
Keep the incisions clean in the early recovery period.
Scar fading gels or silicone tape for 6 weeks to 6 months.
Avoid stretching or reaching for 6-8 weeks to prevent tension on the incision while it is healing.
Will my implants affect mammogram tests?
It is okay to get mammograms after breast implant surgery. We follow the cancer guideline set by the American Society of Breast Cancer in terms of when to have them done. It is important to tell your technologist that you have them before your mammogram. Your implants can make it more challenging for your doctor to see all of your tissue (since the X-rays used cannot penetrate silicone or saline).
Traditionally, women with breast implants will need to have additional photos (displacement views) taken when the implants are pushed up against the chest wall.
When do I replace my breast implants?
Breast implants can last a long time and contrary to popular belief, implants do not need to be replaced every 10 years. If you are free from pain and happy with how you look, there is likely no reason to exchange your breast implants. If you see changes in your breast implants, then it is recommended to see your board-certified plastic surgeon.
The FDA notes that breast implants are not considered lifetime devices, so plan on regular follow-up visits with your plastic surgeon.
Will my choice of incision affect breastfeeding?
The loss of breastfeeding is approximately five to eight percent of elective cosmetic breast augmentations by board-certified plastic surgeons throughout the United States. However, the numbers increase to 12 percent to 15 percent if a breast reduction or breast lift (mastopexies) are involved.
What patients say about Dr. Ip
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“I went to Dr Ip 23 years ago and my experience was amazing ! I came back after referring several clients and friends to him as well. His bedside manner is amazing . His staff is awesome ! He's very thorough and explains everything in detail. I'm beyond pleased with my breast reduction and cannot thank him enough. For anyone wondering which Dr. to choose for your procedure do yourself a favor and look no further”
“I had an excellent experience from start to finish with Dr. Ip. He was professional, knowledgeable, and took time to thoroughly explain my options, answer all of my questions, and set realistic expectations. I never felt rushed and always felt heard. The staff was equally kind and attentive, making the entire process, smooth and reassuring. My results look natural and exactly what I hoped for, and my recovery was well supported with clear instructions and follow up. I highly recommend Dr. Ip to anyone considering a procedure and looking for skilled, compassionate care.”
“Dr. Ip is a talented and skilled plastic surgeon. He was referred to me by a few of my friends who have had procedures done by him. He has a great reputation of being a kind, caring and highly competent plastic surgeon. He was very supportive and compassionate during my initial visit. He was deeply interested in knowing what I wanted and what result I was looking for. He was very thorough in explaining the multiple options available. He made me feel at ease and less anxious about my procedure, and spent plenty of time answering all my questions. My postop follow up experience with him was even more exceptional. He met up with me weekly for months to ensure that the results were perfect and up to his high standards. In short, I was very happy with my procedure with Dr. Ip and that I could not have seen a better plastic surgeon. He has my highest recommendation without any reservations.”
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Breast augmentation questions, answered
What women ask most about candidacy, surgery, recovery and cost.
Ideal candidates do not smoke, are in good health and have realistic expectations of their results. You must be over 18 for saline implants or over 22 for silicone implants.
Yes. After pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight loss, breasts can look deflated. Implants restore that lost volume for a firmer, more youthful contour, and the surgery can be combined with a breast lift for breasts that sag.
Augmentation can improve tubular (constricted) breasts and breasts that are noticeably different sizes. Implants of different sizes can be used to correct asymmetry.
Dr. Ip performs most breast augmentations at Fashion Island Surgery in Newport Beach, Bedford Surgical Center in Beverly Hills and Park Avenue Surgery Center in Manhattan. The centers are accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities and certified by Medicare.
Breast implant surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia with a board-certified anesthesiologist. Most patients have a laryngeal mask airway; patients with a history of reflux or gastroesophageal disease are usually better candidates for an endotracheal tube.
A primary augmentation takes 45 to 60 minutes. You arrive at the surgery center one hour before your surgery time and stay in the recovery room for at least an hour afterward.
Recovery usually takes four to six weeks. No heavy lifting for the first three weeks, a sports bra for up to 30 days and upper pole compression bands to help the implants settle. Post-op visits are the next day, day 7, day 14, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 3 months, 6 months and one year.
Dr. Ip recommends avoiding sun on the incisions for up to 6 months, keeping them clean early in recovery, using scar fading gels or silicone tape for 6 weeks to 6 months, and avoiding stretching or reaching for 6 to 8 weeks.
Yes. Breast augmentation can be performed alone or with other plastic surgery, such as a breast lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, mommy makeover, rhinoplasty or facelift.
It is okay to get mammograms after breast implant surgery. Tell the technologist you have implants, since X-rays cannot see through silicone or saline; additional displacement views are usually taken.
Breast augmentation with Dr. Ip costs approximately $8,000 to $12,000, including your implants and the surgeon, anesthesia and operating room fees. He confirms your exact price after your in-person or virtual consultation.
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