Breast Augmentation San Diego, CA
- What is breast augmentation?
- Am I a candidate?
- Types of implants
- Placement options
- Is it safe?
- Recovery timeline
- Results
- Cost
For many women considering cosmetic breast enhancement, the shape and size of their breasts directly impact their confidence and body image. If you’re dissatisfied with your breast size, asymmetry, or overall volume, breast augmentation offers a safe, personalized solution to help you feel more comfortable and empowered in your skin.
Dr. Brian Reagan, a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Diego, has performed hundreds of successful breast augmentation surgeries, helping women achieve their ideal figure. With an emphasis on natural-looking results and surgical precision, he tailors each procedure to your body, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals.
QUICK SUMMARY
BREAST AUGMENTATION
Purpose:
Enhance size of breasts
Procedure Length:
1 hour
Anesthesia:
General
In/Outpatient:
Outpatient
Recovery Time
back to work; 3 days. Strenuous activities 2-3 weeks.
Final Appearance:
Up to 4 months or longer
Duration of Results:
Long lasting. Implants are warrantied for life
Average Cost
$5,000 to $10,000
*Individual patient results may vary. Examples presented are not to be interpreted as a promise or guarantee.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Also referred to as breast implant surgery, this procedure increases or restores breast volume using saline or silicone implants. Commonly known as a “boob job” in casual terms, breast augmentation is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic surgeries in the U.S.
Women choose this procedure for many reasons, including:
- To restore volume lost after pregnancy or weight loss
- To enhance naturally small or asymmetrical breasts
- To achieve better body proportions or boost confidence
Dr. Reagan creates a custom surgical plan designed to enhance your natural proportions and achieve your desired look, whether subtle or more dramatic.
Are You a Candidate?
You may be a suitable candidate for breast augmentation if you have:
- Naturally small breasts
- Breasts that have lost their shape and volume due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, aging
- Asymmetrical breasts
In addition, you must be in generally good health before undergoing breast augmentation. This includes not smoking and being free of medical conditions that can impair healing. You must also have reasonable expectations about the procedure and results, as well as understand the risks and possible complications associated with breast augmentation.
For your safety and satisfaction, Dr. Reagan and the team at True Beauty will thoroughly evaluate your health and other candidacy requirements before recommending breast augmentation.
Types of Breast Implants
Selecting the right breast implants involves more than just implant size. Together with Dr. Reagan, you will make decisions on the following:
Filling: Saline vs. Silicone
Saline Implants
Breast implants are filled with either a saline solution or silicone gel. Saline implants are placed on the chest and then filled with the saline solution. As a result, saline implants typically require a smaller incision than that used to place silicone gel implants, which come pre-filled by the manufacturer. Another advantage of saline implants is that when an implant leaks or ruptures, it immediately becomes noticeably deflated as the body safely absorbs the saltwater solution.
Silicone Implants
Silicone gel implants are preferred by many women because the filling material better mimics the look and feel of natural breast tissue than saline implants. Dr. Reagan also offers highly cohesive silicone gel implants, also known as “gummy bear implants,” which provide even more natural-looking results. A disadvantage of silicone gel implants is that ruptures and leaks are harder to detect as the implants mostly retain their shape if the shell experiences a complication.
Shape: Round vs. Anatomical (Teardrop) Shape
Breast implants are available in round or anatomical shapes. Round implants have equal projection in the upper and lower poles of the breast, while anatomical shaped implants add more fullness at the bottom of the breast, resembling the sloped curve of a natural breast. Should a round implant rotate in the breast pocket, the appearance of the breast is not affected. On the other hand, anatomical shaped implants provide the most natural-looking shape but once rotated in the breast pocket, can lead to an irregular breast shape.
Texture: Smooth vs. Textured Implants
Both saline and silicone gel implants can be either smooth or textured. Smooth breast implants move within the breast pocket, allowing for the most natural movement of the breast. Textured breast implants consist of a rougher outer shell, which keeps the implant in place. This is an advantage particularly for anatomically-shaped implants that, if rotated, can create an irregular breast appearance.
Placement Options for Breast Implants
Placement refers to where the implant is positioned relative to the chest muscle:
Submuscular (Under the Muscle)
- Placed beneath the pectoral muscle
- More natural look, especially for thinner patients
- Lower risk of rippling and capsular contracture
- Slightly longer recovery time
Subglandular (Over the Muscle)
- Positioned behind the breast tissue but above the muscle
- Shorter recovery
- Ideal for patients with adequate breast tissue coverage
- May result in more visible edges in very lean patients
Dr. Reagan uses advanced techniques to optimize outcomes for breast augmentation patients, customizing placement for both appearance and comfort.
Is Breast Augmentation with a Lift Right for You?
Some women experience breast sagging due to pregnancy, aging, or weight loss. Combining breast implants with a lift is ideal for women seeking both increased volume and a lifted breast position.
A breast lift repositions the breast tissue higher on the chest and removes excess skin for a firmer, more youthful contour. This combination procedure can restore shape, correct asymmetry, and improve projection in a single surgery.
Brian Reagan, MD, FACS
Dr. Brian Reagan is a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine. Dr. Reagan is renowned for his surgical skills and commitment to patient satisfaction. Dr. Reagan has been featured on local media outlets, including ABC 10, and recognized as one of the “Best Plastic Surgeons in San Diego” by San Diego Magazine, and “Best Plastic Surgeons in La Jolla” by La Jolla Light Newspaper.
Is Breast Augmentation Safe?
Breast augmentation is a safe, proven and routine procedure, but patients should also be aware of potential complications, however rare.
Your best defense against experiencing any negative outcome is the skill, experience and judgment of your surgeon.
To maximize the safety of your procedure, we encourage you to ask your plastic surgeon the following questions during your plastic surgery consultation:
- Are you board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?
- Are you a member of any professional organizations?
- Do you have privileges to perform breast augmentation at an accredited surgical facility?
- How many breast augmentations do you perform per year?
- Can I see before-and-after photos from previous patients?
- Am I a good candidate for breast augmentation?
BREAST AUGMENTATION RECOVERY
Immediately After:
Patients are sent home with post operative instructions as well as a surgical bra.
One to Two Weeks After Surgery:
All dressings are removed and changed. Patients are permitted to fully shower after this visit.
Three to Four Weeks After Surgery:
Incisions are checked. Silicone scar therapy is begun. Able to return to gym. Typically, underwire bra during day and soft supportive bra at night.
One to Two Months after Surgery
Patients start to see the final results of the procedure.
Final Results:
On average, visible results are seen in 2-6 months, but may continue to improve and heal over next several months.
*Individual patient results may vary. Examples presented are not to be interpreted as a promise or guarantee.
When to Expect Results?
You may notice your larger bust right after your procedure, but compression garments and post-surgical swelling and bruising make it challenging to see your new breast size. Your breast implants will start to settle around four to six weeks after your breast augmentation procedure, and you’ll see your initial results. Your final results may take up to four months or longer, depending on how well you follow post-op instructions during recovery.
How long will my results last?
Breast augmentation with breast implants can last 20 years or longer. However, the aging process can affect your results as your skin loses collagen and elastin, causing the breasts to droop or sag. If you have silicone breast implants, you may have an MRI every few years to check on the integrity of your breast implants and look for a “silent rupture” or capsular contracture.
Some women choose to switch their breast implants with newer ones around the 10-year mark to avoid future complications such as ruptures.
Cost of Breast Augmentation
The cost of breast augmentation varies from patient to patient depending on several factors, including the type of implant used and whether the operation includes a breast lift. Dr. Reagan and our staff can give you an accurate estimate of your breast augmentation procedure following an in-office consultation.
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“I had a body lift, breast augmentation, tummy tuck and arm lift. Post opp day 3 I was able to sit up on my own and be alone at my house with my 3 year old and no assistance. I went to 5 consults Dr Reagan was my fifth. I knew he was the right doctor then I saw his quote and was sold. Not only did I like what he had to say his prices beat everyone else by thousands. I am extremely pleased with my body and recovery I am no on day 18 with almost zero discomfort.”
Why Choose Dr. Brian Reagan for Breast Augmentation?
Dr. Reagan is known for his surgical precision, artistic eye, and ability to deliver results that align with each patient’s vision. With over two decades of experience and hundreds of satisfied breast augmentation patients in San Diego, he brings expertise and compassion to every procedure.
He offers:
- Comprehensive consultation to address all concerns
- A focus on safety, satisfaction, and natural-looking outcomes
- Access to before-and-after galleries and testimonials
As a trusted provider of breast enhancement San Diego, Dr. Reagan ensures every patient receives the highest level of care from consultation through recovery.
To find out if breast augmentation with Dr. Reagan can help you look and feel confident, please schedule a consultation. Contact our La Jolla practice by calling (858) 454-SKIN (7546) today.
