Many of us want to be viewed as elegant, graceful, firm and youthful. The shape of our body contributes to the impression we give. Just as facial cosmetic surgery strives for balance and harmony among facial features, so does body sculpting strive for balance and harmony among body features. Imbalance or disproportion, such as breasts that are too small or too large, may upset the desired harmony.

For many women, the size, shape and appearance of breasts may affect how they feel about themselves.

Breast augmentation and reduction surgeries have evolved with the advent of new types of implants and improved surgical techniques that minimize scarring and result in a more natural, seamless look. Surgery is a popular solution for women with inherited small or large and disproportionate breasts, or large or deflated breasts from childbearing, nursing or severe weight loss; as a reconstructive technique after breast surgery; or to refresh breast contour after previous (more than 10 years ago) breast augmentation.

The best candidates for these procedures are women who seek improvement, not perfection, in the way their breasts look and who are healthy and realistic in their expectations. When the procedures are performed for the right reasons, the effect on self-image can be extremely positive— and the results are immediately visible.

Breast Augmentation and Contour

Cosmetic and plastic surgeons insert an implant behind each natural breast to increase the bustline by one or more cup sizes (breast augmentation and contour). Some women who have post-pregnancy breast contour restoration prefer to return to pre-pregnancy size. Others opt for a larger size, having enjoyed the larger size experienced during pregnancy.

During your initial consultation, Dr. Geroulis will answer questions such as:

• When can breast augmentation help?
• How is the breast augmentation procedure performed?
• What results can be expected with different breast implants?
• Am I a candidate for breast augmentation and contour?

Types of Breast Implants

A breast implant is a silicone shell filled with silicone gel or a saltwater (saline) solution. Breast implants come in different shapes and sizes, and can be moderate or high profile.

• Moderate breast implants offer a full, round look that adds greater dimension to the chest.
• High-profile breast implants—increasingly popular—provide a greater amount of projection on a narrower chest.

Each procedure is unique, designed specifically for the patient. Consult with your physician to determine which is best for you.

Breast Reduction

Breasts that are too voluptuous and cumbersome may make common tasks difficult or cause chronic shoulder, neck and back pain. Overdeveloped breasts may cause some women to appear out of shape and overweight or limit activities and exercises. This often results in embarrassment or self-consciousness.

Breast-reduction surgery can erase body imbalances and improve the appearance of the breasts. It can relieve physical symptoms related to heavy breasts, including skin irritation from clothing, often occurring in women with large, pendulous breasts. Surgery may make sports more enjoyable, let the patient feel better about her figure, find clothes that fit and make physical activity more comfortable.

With an artist’s eye, an expert surgeon realizes that the upper body must naturally flow into the lower body to achieve fluency and balance. During the initial consultation, Dr. Geroulis will discuss your options and make recommendations, based on the extent of the reduction.