Breast Augmentation in Manhattan

The best type of implant is what is best FOR YOU. We will work with you to ensure the implants achieve the look and feel you want.

Breast implants typically last for ten years, or much longer.

All incisions create scars. At Allure Plastic Surgery, we focus on placing the incisions, so the scars are virtually invisible, even in the most revealing tops.

If you are a bodybuilding or highly athletic woman, submuscular (under the muscle) implant placement will yield the most natural-looking results. However, with placement under the muscle, you shouldn’t go too big as this can lead to irregularities with movement.

There isn’t any real harm in working out following breast augmentation at NYC's Allure Plastic Surgery. The main rule is to not do anything that causes pain or discomfort. We typically advise that our patients gradually work their way back into their regular routine, starting six weeks after surgery. The implants may move during chest muscle contraction which can look a little odd, but as long as the patient is properly healed, no damage should occur. Don’t be afraid to discuss your feelings and concerns openly with your plastic surgeon, to make sure you’re both on the same page and that you’re happy with your results.

When opting for breast augmentation, it’s smart to research the procedure and give yourself a better understanding of what’s involved. The most important aspect of any successful procedure is locating an experienced plastic surgeon who specializes in body procedures and with whom you feel comfortable. Sticking to your surgeon’s guidelines is also important when it comes to reducing complications. Such guidelines often include refraining from smoking for one month before and after surgery, and avoiding certain medications like blood thinners, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Finally, refrain from overexertion while performing daily activities post-op. When adhered to correctly, these guidelines will help to prevent unnecessary complications.

Patients should wait one to two weeks after their breast augmentation before lifting their arms above their heads. A good rule of thumb is if it’s uncomfortable or hurts, don’t do it. You can resume work a week or two after your surgery, but attempt to raise your arms slowly at first. You shouldn’t lift anything until at least one week after surgery, at which point you can begin to lift light items, moving on to heavier items as long as it doesn’t cause discomfort. Feeling tightness is normal, and you’ll wear a sports bra to make recovery more comfortable until you are ready to switch back to your regular bra (usually after about eight weeks). Keep in touch with your surgeon to get their opinion on when and how to advance your level of activity.

Following your post-op guidelines will ensure that your exercise routine is not affected by breast implant surgery. Chest muscle contractions from certain chest exercises can cause your implants to move in their pocket, however this hasn’t been shown to cause any harm. Since large implants can make activities like jogging and weightlifting exercises slightly more difficult, we advise our active patients to avoid them, to avoid regret due to the limitations. Discussing your routine with one of our plastic surgeons will help them guide you in the correct direction. Large implants can limit the activities patients can participate in, such as jogging and weightlifting. We advise our active patients to be more conservative with size to ensure they will be able to return to the activities they enjoy.