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Enhance Your Confidence with Breast Implants

It creates a more proportionate size and shapes, while helping women feel sexier, more feminine, and more self-confident. If you’re considering breast implants in Ocean County, Toms River, & Stafford Township, you want to know that you’ve chosen a surgeon who has the experience and understanding to create the result you’re looking for. Dr. Small has many years of experience providing his patients with amazing results through breast enhancement procedures. During your consultation, he will walk you through the procedure and allow you to “try on” different breast sizes and shapes through the use of Vectra XT 3D imaging. With this technology, you can rest assured that you will be happy with the outcome of your surgery.

Everything you Need To Know Breast Augmentation Overview

Enjoy Elegant, Customized Breast Enhancement Results With Dr. Stephen E. Small in Ocean County

Overview

For the last 18 years, Dr. Small has provided exemplary holistic care for patients in and beyond Toms River and Stafford Township. He is known for his technological innovation, compassion, and unwavering commitment to service and patient safety. Dr. Small believes that every patient is unique, and he strives to accentuate and elevate that natural, timeless beauty.

Early Life

Dr. Small's passion for the art of aesthetics began when he was just a boy. At the age of nine, he was treated for a serious burn accident by a plastic surgeon, who instilled in him a love for the exacting, precision-oriented nature of the work. Today, Dr. Small goes above and beyond to help patients achieve a more rejuvenated, refreshed appearance and heightened self-confidence. It is his life‘s mission to help others reclaim their vitality so they can look and feel their very best.

Training Background

Dr. Small is a board-certified plastic surgeon with specialized skills in reconstructive, laser, and cosmetic procedures. After he obtained his medical degree with honors from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), Dr. Small went on to pursue a 5-year general residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Stratford. He was then chosen for an intensive one-year burn and reconstructive fellowship at New York Medical College, Valhalla, during which he further honed his artistry, dexterity, and skill set. Dr. Small also served as a resident and chief resident in plastic surgery for several years at Ohio University, South Pointe Hospital-Cleveland Clinic Health System.

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Breast Augmentation Procedure Overview

Scope:

Breast augmentation with implants restores volume and shape in the chest, enhancing confidence and expanding wardrobe options.

Anesthesia:

General anesthesia is used.

Treatment Time:

The procedure takes 1-2 hours.

Recovery:

Patients usually need 10-14 days of downtime, with a full return to strenuous exercise and heavy lifting possible after 4-6 weeks.

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What Is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation is performed to combat volume loss and deflation that occurs as results of pregnancy, aging, or significant weight loss. The surgery can restore a rounded, youthful-looking chest profile, boosting self-confidence for patients while also expanding their wardrobe options. 

Dr. Small will assist you every step of the way along your cosmetic journey, exploring the different options for implant size and shape, incision pattern, and placement. Your in-depth consultation process will provide empowerment and education so that you can make the best decisions for your care. While breast augmentation can be a transformative procedure on its own, it is often combined with a breast lift to maximize your outcome.

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What Are the Benefits of Breast Augmentation?

When performed with meticulous attention to detail by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Small in Ocean County, breast augmentation provides patients with a wealth of compelling benefits, including the following:

  • Restores youthful fullness and shape to the breasts
  • Combats signs of aging and changes after pregnancy or massive weight loss
  • Creates a more balanced, proportionate figure
  • Long-lasting, natural-looking changes
  • Encourages a more positive self-image
  • Inconspicuous scarring
  • Can be combined with a breast lift for even more impressive results

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Who Is a Good Candidate for Breast Augmentation in Ocean County?

Ideal candidates for breast augmentation are unhappy with the changes in their breasts that have resulted from the aging process, pregnancy and nursing, or massive weight loss. They desire a more youthful, sculpted chest appearance and are excited about the dramatic changes that an implant-based procedure can offer.  As with all cosmetic procedures, it is critical that patients are healthy non-smokers at a stable weight and are realistic in their expectations. Dr. Small will provide a detailed consultation process to ensure that breast augmentation is well-suited to your needs. He will perform a thorough physical assessment and delve into your medical history to ensure that no contraindications are present that might increase your surgical risks.

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The Breast Augmentation Procedure

One of the choices you will make during your consultation is whether to have saline or silicone implants. Both are approved by the FDA, and each has its properties and advantages. You will also choose the shape of implant you prefer, which can be round or more of a teardrop shape.

Lastly, Dr. Small will discuss with you whether your breast implants will be placed in front of the pectoral muscle or behind it. Again, each of these options has specific advantages and disadvantages. The incisions will be placed in one or more of these locations depending on your case:

  • In the armpit
  • On the underside of the breast, hidden by the crease
  • Around the areola (the dark area around the nipple)

The scars will fade gradually over the first few months and will continue to fade over an extended period. The procedure is usually performed under anesthesia and takes approximately one hour.

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Dr. Small and his staff are truly amazing!! They are extremely helpful and willing to take the time to sit down and speak with you. You feel comfortable speaking with them and asking them questions.

Michele S.

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Recovering from Breast Augmentation

Most women can return to work about a week after breast implant surgery. There will be some soreness, swelling, and perhaps bruising, all of which are usually gone within 10-14 days. Most patients only need some pain medicine in the first week to get through the initial healing period, and you will need to sleep on your back for a couple of weeks. You should also avoid exercise for a few weeks. Dr. Small will keep a close watch on your progress, and you can expect your implants to last for many years.

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Breast Augmentation Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Ocean Plastic Surgery P.A. and Laser Center today to find out more about how breast augmentation can help you look better and feel more confident. At our Toms River and Manahawkin locations, we serve patients from all over the New Jersey Shore and beyond, including Stafford Township, Barnegat, Lacey, Berkeley, Dover Township, Brick, Little Egg Harbor, Manchester, Jackson, Howell, Wall, Freehold, Manalapan, and Point Pleasant. Dr. Stephen E. Small, D.O. is a board certified plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic, laser, and reconstructive plastic surgery located in Ocean County, NJ, he is very skilled and has a vast amount of experience with the Breast Augmentation procedure.

Can I Combine Breast Augmentation With Other Procedures?

If you are experiencing some sagging of the breast tissue as well, you may wish to have a breast lift concurrent with your breast augmentation. In this case, Dr. Small lifts the breasts higher on the chest and also increases the size of the breasts with implants. If you are happy with the size of your breasts and only wish to raise them higher, you may be happy with a breast lift alone.

How Much Does Breast Augmentation Cost?

The cost of a Breast Augmentation varies because it is a highly individualized surgery tailored for each patient. The overall price may include anesthesia, operating room facilities, new breast implants, and other related expenses. Additional tests and imaging may also add to your total. Contact us for additional information.

Is Breast Augmentation Painful?

Dr. Small performs breast augmentation under general anesthesia, ensuring that you sleep peacefully while he reshapes your upper body to perfection. After your procedure, you are likely to experience some mild soreness and tenderness in the chest as your body heals. You can take prescription pain medications and wear your compression garment, which will help to alleviate discomfort. It is also critical that you get enough rest and stay properly hydrated during your recovery journey.

What Are the Risks of Breast Augmentation?

During your private consultation, Dr. Small will discuss all the risks and benefits of breast augmentation in greater detail. In general, breast augmentation comes with the following risks:

  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Bleeding
  • Infection
  • Asymmetry
  • Anesthesia risks
  • Fluid retention
  • Changes in skin sensitivity
  • Implant rupture
  • Capsular contracture
  • Poor scarring

Can Breast Augmentation Be Reversed?

Yes. If you are unhappy with your results, you can undergo a breast implant removal procedure. It is common for aesthetic tastes to change over time, so if you wish to return to your natural appearance, Dr. Small can help. In certain circumstances, he may choose to combine explant surgery with a breast lift or fat transfer to ensure the best possible outcome.

Will Breast Augmentation Affect Breastfeeding?

Breast augmentation does not typically affect a woman’s ability to breastfeed after surgery. Implants are placed either beneath the breast tissue or the muscle so that they don’t interfere with proper milk production. However, one of the risks of the procedure is a complication where nipple sensitivity or the milk ducts are affected. Dr. Small can go over the risks and benefits of breast augmentation in greater detail during your private consultation in Toms River or Stafford Township.

When Can I Exercise Again After My Breast Augmentation?

While strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for the first 4 to 6 weeks, you can begin taking gentle walks right away after your procedure. This helps to enhance circulation, prevent the risk of blood clotting, and elevate your overall mood and well-being. Dr. Small will provide a detailed aftercare plan for you with instructions on resuming exercise and other normal activities.

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Contact us right away to find out which type of breast augmentation in Ocean County and Tom’s River is right for you. Every woman is unique, so this is a very personal decision, and the experienced doctors at Ocean Plastic Surgery are here to assist you in determining the best treatment strategy for you. Our offices are conveniently located along the beautiful New Jersey coastline, offering you a serene and relaxing backdrop for your unique cosmetic journey. Call today to get started!

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