Breast Procedures
Dr. DiGregorio is an expert on a variety of breast surgeries, including specialized surgical procedures that offer a better result for patients. He has perfected a new technique that reduces and lifts the breasts without making a horizontal incision, thereby eliminating certain scars common in breast reduction surgery. During reconstructive surgery, he works with existing muscles and tissues to achieve a more natural result. His writings on the subject of breast surgery have been published in the "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Breast," a reference for other plastic surgeons interested in new techniques.
Breast Augmentation | Breast Lift | Breast Reconstruction | Breast Reduction
Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)
A full, shapely bust line can make any woman feel more feminine and beautiful. Every woman deserves to love her body, which is why expert plastic surgeon Dr. DiGregorio has mastered the art of breast augmentation, a cosmetic procedure designed to increase and enhance the size and shape of a woman's breast. He skillfully sculpts the bust line using the newest techniques in order to achieve the most natural results.
During this outpatient procedure, an incision is made under the breast, around the nipple, or under the arm, and a saline-filled implant is carefully inserted under the breast tissue or pectoral muscles. Once the implant is in place, the incision is stitched closed. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with sedation, or under general anesthesia, and takes one to two hours to complete. During recovery, patients typically experience breast sensitivity, soreness, swelling, and sometimes, temporary decreased nipple sensation. However, most side effects diminish as the breasts heal (usually within three to six weeks). Contact Dr. DiGregorio to learn more about breast augmentation.
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Breast Lift
Gravity and time, pregnancy and nursing, and excessive weight loss or gain can all take their toll on a woman's bust line. Breast lift can correct for the natural effects of aging, like the bust line's loss of elasticity, sagging, or drooping. Breast lift can restore your curves to their youthful state.
During breast lift, excess skin and tissue are trimmed away and the bust line is tightened and lifted. Remaining tissue and the nipples will be repositioned to create the most natural-looking results. Risks include scarring, temporary bruising, swelling, and loss of feeling in the breasts or nipples. An extremely safe and effective procedure, breast lift takes one hour or more to complete, depending on the work required, and is often performed in conjunction with breast augmentation for more dramatic results. Please call Dr. DiGregorio for more information about breast lift.
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Breast Reconstruction
Many women feel insecure or self-conscious about the appearance of their breasts following mastectomy (removal of the breast due to cancer or pre-cancerous condition) or because of breast deformities. Breast reconstruction can restore the bust line's natural curves and drastically improve a woman's quality of life.
Breast reconstruction techniques are usually performed in stages and can span across six months. The first procedure - the longest and most complex - is typically performed at the time of the mastectomy. Subsequent surgeries are most often on an outpatient basis and involve minimal pain and recovery.
The two categories of breast reconstruction are: 1) implant-based reconstruction, and 2) techniques that use only the patient's own tissue. There are many factors and variables to consider, and a treatment plan is formulated to meet your unique and specific goals and needs. To learn more about breast reconstruction, please contact Dr. DiGregorio today for a consultation.
Breast Reduction
Neck and back pain, bra strap indentations on the shoulders, and general discomfort are an unfortunate reality for women who have exceptionally large, heavy breasts. Oversized breasts can make a woman feel self-conscious and physically uncomfortable. Breast reduction is a reconstructive/cosmetic procedure during which the breasts are made smaller, lighter, and more proportionate to the body.
The breast reduction procedure begins with an incision made around the areola (the dark circle of skin surrounding the nipple) and below the natural curve of the breast. Next, excess fat, glandular tissue, and skin are removed, and the remaining skin is tightened around the newly contoured breast. The procedure may take up to three hours and is performed under anesthesia on an outpatient basis. The common side effects of swelling, temporary bruising, and some pain, will diminish as the breasts heal. To learn more about breast reduction, please contact Dr. DiGregorio today.
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