Breast augmentation is a personal decision shaped by anatomy, lifestyle, and goals. At Bailey Plastic Surgery in Austin, TX, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Virginia Bailey provides anatomy-driven planning so each breast augmentation is tailored to the patient’s body and aesthetic objectives, with a focus on comfort, safety, and natural-looking results. Results vary between patients. A consultation begins the planning process.
Breast augmentation, often called a “boob job,” is a cosmetic surgery that enhances breast size, shape, and symmetry using silicone implants, saline implants, or fat transfer. The breast augmentation procedure typically lasts about one to two hours under general anesthesia in an accredited surgical facility in Austin. Most patients go home the same day, making it an outpatient procedure. Many women pursue breast enhancement to restore volume after pregnancy or weight changes, correct breast asymmetry, or achieve fuller, more proportionate breasts.
Breast augmentation surgery delivers cosmetic and personal benefits that improve body proportions, clothing fit, and overall self-confidence. When performed by a fellowship-trained plastic surgeon using advanced techniques and thoughtful implant placement, the surgery delivers soft, natural-looking enhancement that complements the patient’s anatomy. Results vary between patients.
The procedure restores fullness for women who have experienced volume loss from pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight changes. Implant size and placement are selected to maintain proportion with the patient’s frame and shoulders.
The surgery can correct naturally asymmetrical breasts using different implant sizes or placement techniques. The result is a balanced, harmonious appearance that aligns with the patient’s natural anatomy.
Surgical enhancement helps revive youthful contours by restoring upper-pole fullness and a more projected breast profile. This contour restoration often appeals to patients seeking renewal after pregnancy or significant weight loss.
Enhanced breast proportions improve fit in tops, swimwear, and dresses, allowing clothing to drape more naturally. Many patients report greater ease in selecting wardrobe styles after recovery.
Breast augmentation is an option for patients seeking to enhance breast size, improve symmetry, or restore lost volume. Different breast augmentation techniques allow each patient to choose an approach that fits their goals. A consultation with Dr. Bailey determines candidacy.
Patients are often considered good candidates for breast augmentation when they:
Each candidacy review with Dr. Bailey is anatomy-driven, accounting for chest wall structure, skin elasticity, and aesthetic goals. Results vary between patients.
Breast augmentation is a multi-step process designed to deliver safe, natural-looking results. Dr. Virginia Bailey guides patients through every phase, from the private surgical consultation to recovery, with careful follow-up.
Dr. Bailey reviews medical history, aesthetic goals, and breast anatomy, then recommends implant type, size, profile, shape, and placement, or fat transfer where appropriate. She also reviews incision options and provides a personalized cost estimate.
Breast augmentation is performed under general anesthesia in an accredited surgical facility in Austin, TX, and typically lasts one to two hours. Steps include incision placement (inframammary, periareolar, or transaxillary), creation of the breast pocket (subglandular, submuscular, or subfascial), and insertion of silicone or saline breast implants. Most patients discharge the same day.
Recovery timelines vary based on individual healing. Most patients return to light activity within several days, with implants settling into final position over three to six months. Scheduled follow-ups help monitor implant integrity.
Dr. Virginia Bailey is a fellowship-trained plastic surgeon serving patients across Austin, Texas. She completed her Plastic Surgery Fellowship and General Surgery Residency at UT Southwestern, and earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Houston Medical School. Dr. Bailey is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Bailey believes the consultation should feel like a conversation, not a sales pitch. Patients leave with information, not pressure. Each surgical plan is tailored to the patient’s body proportions, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals.
Total breast augmentation cost depends on implant type, surgeon experience, facility fees, anesthesia, and any combined procedures. Bailey Plastic Surgery does not publish pricing online. The consultation includes a personalized cost estimate built around the patient’s plan. Many patients also explore financing options such as CareCredit, Cherry, and PatientFi.
Modern implants are long-lasting but not lifetime devices. Many last 10-20 years before replacement may be considered. Regular follow-up appointments and imaging, MRI or ultrasound for silicone implants per FDA guidance, help monitor implant integrity.
Breast augmentation alone adds volume but does not lift sagging tissue. Patients with breast ptosis (sagging) often benefit from combining augmentation with a breast lift in Austin, a single procedure called augmentation-mastopexy.
All surgical procedures carry risk. Risks include capsular contracture, implant rupture or deflation, changes in nipple or breast sensation, asymmetry, infection, bleeding, and the rare BIA-ALCL associated with certain textured implants. Dr. Bailey reviews each risk during consultation. Results vary between patients.
Yes. Fat transfer breast augmentation uses liposuction to harvest fat from the abdomen, flanks, or thighs, then injects purified fat into the breasts to add modest volume and refine shape. Fat transfer typically produces a smaller size increase than implants and is an option for patients prioritizing natural feel and a less invasive breast procedure. Results vary between patients.
Most patients with implants are able to breastfeed successfully. Periareolar incisions carry a slightly higher risk of affecting milk ducts than inframammary or transaxillary incisions. Patients planning future pregnancies are encouraged to share that goal during consultation so incision and placement choices can account for it.
Combining procedures can refine overall body proportions while consolidating recovery. Dr. Bailey helps determine which combination aligns with the patient’s goals. Results vary between patients.
Pairing a breast lift with augmentation addresses both volume loss and sagging in a single procedure called augmentation-mastopexy. This combination is common for patients with breast ptosis after pregnancy or weight changes.
Liposuction targets stubborn fat deposits in areas like the flanks, abdomen, or thighs. Combining it with breast augmentation refines overall silhouette and proportion in one recovery period.
A tummy tuck restores abdominal contour by removing excess skin and tightening underlying muscles. Combined with breast augmentation, it addresses chest and midsection concerns together, often after pregnancy or significant weight loss.
When breast asymmetry is significant, breast reduction on the larger side may be paired with augmentation on the smaller side to achieve balance. Dr. Bailey reviews this approach during consultation when asymmetry is the primary concern.
A Mommy Makeover combines breast augmentation with abdominal and body contouring procedures to address postpartum changes comprehensively. This combination consolidates surgery and recovery into a single planned process.
