For many women, breast augmentation is about more than enhancing size. It’s about restoring balance, confidence, and feeling at home in their own body again.
At Wang Plastic Surgery, Dr. Stewart Wang takes a thoughtful and individualized approach to every breast augmentation procedure. His patients often come to him because they want results that look natural, complement their proportions, and reflect who they are, not something overdone or artificial.
Women choose Dr. Wang for breast augmentation when they want to:
- Restore fullness and shape that may have changed after pregnancy or weight loss
- Refine their silhouette to feel more balanced and confident
- Subtly enhance their figure while maintaining a natural look and feel
Every detail, from implant selection to placement, is carefully planned to align with your aesthetic goals and lifestyle. Dr. Wang and his team are known for their compassion, clear communication, and dedication to ensuring every patient feels comfortable and informed throughout the process.
Breast Augmentation Candidates
Women often choose breast augmentation to feel more balanced and confident. Many want to restore fullness and firmness after pregnancy or weight changes, or to improve symmetry between breasts.
- Good overall health
- Realistic expectations for results
- Desire to restore or enhance breast shape and volume
Dr. Wang takes time to understand your goals and make sure breast augmentation aligns with your lifestyle and priorities.
Choosing the Right Breast Implant
Breast implants come in two main types. Each can be tailored to your anatomy and preferences.
- Saline implants: Filled with sterile saltwater and adjustable during placement.
- Silicone gel implants: Soft, cohesive gel that many patients feel is closer to natural breast tissue.
During your consultation, Dr. Wang will explain the options and recommend an approach that matches your goals.
Comfort and Pain Management
To support a smoother recovery, Dr. Wang offers the On-Q PainBuster® Post-Op Pain Relief System. This device delivers local anesthetic to the surgical area for continuous comfort.
Benefits of the On-Q system include:
- Automatic and continuous pain management for up to 5 days
- Reduced potential for breakthrough pain and need for narcotics
- Compact size for discreet and comfortable use
- Simple removal once all medication has been delivered
With the ON-Q system, you can get back on your feet quickly and enjoy all life has to offer.
How Dr. Wang Performs a Breast Augmentation
Dr. Wang believes it is important for a surgeon to take time to get to know each patient’s unique circumstances before determining which procedural methods would best achieve the results that patient desires. There simply is no single, cookie-cutter approach that works best for every patient. To better understand some of the procedural choices that you and Dr. Wang will determine together, please read our page Tailoring Breast Augmentation to the Individual Patient.
Once these important decisions have been made and you arrive for the procedure, you will be put under general anesthesia for your comfort and safety. Dr. Wang will make a small incision in one of four places — the crease beneath the breast, around the areola, under the armpit or inside the bellybutton. He will make very effort to place the incision in an inconspicuous location.
Reaching through the tiny incision, Dr. Wang will gently lift the skin and breast tissue to create a pocket in which to place each implant. The implants will be inserted either directly behind the breast tissue or beneath the muscle of the chest wall. Once the careful placement of each implant is complete, both incisions are stitched shut and a gauze bandage applied to assist the body’s healing processes.
The TUBA Method
The acronym “TUBA” stands for “trans-umbilical breast augmentation.” It refers to the method which uses an incision site at the very edge of the belly button. In this procedure, Dr. Wang makes a narrow pathway to the breast under your abdominal skin, then centers the implant under your nipple.
The most obvious advantage of the TUBA procedure is a tiny scar that’s well hidden away from the breast. Other positives include the potential for a shorter surgery time and minimal damage to normal breast tissues. However, TUBA breast enhancement isn’t for everyone. When you come in for your consultation, Dr. Wang will discuss all options with you.
Recovery and Healing Timeline
You may experience soreness and fatigue for a few days after your surgery, but this usually lasts only 24 to 48 hours. You will experience scarring — firm and pink — for at least six weeks. Though they may remain for several months or get wider, these scars will fade with time. Swelling in your breasts may last three to five weeks. Occasionally, patients experience a burning sensation in the nipples which subsides as quickly as the bruising fades. Stitches will be removed in a week to 10 days, but swelling in your breasts may require three to five weeks to subside.
If you have been required to wear gauze dressings, they will be removed and Dr. Wang may ask that you wear a surgical bra. You should continue any routinely scheduled mammograms, however, be sure the technician performs Ecklund scans for a more reliable reading. For more recovery information, please read Dr. Wang’s advice about recovery from surgery.
Timeline For When You Can Get Back to Work, Exercise, and Daily Life
Most of our patients will return to work in a week, depending on the level of activity their job requires. It is important to follow Dr. Wang’s instructions for resuming exercise and normal activities. You may want to avoid physical contact for two to three weeks, since your breasts are likely to be sensitive to direct stimulation. When your breasts are no longer sore, direct contact is fine.
Start Your Breast Augmentation Journey with Dr. Wang
If you’ve been considering breast augmentation, take the first step toward feeling more confident in your body. Dr. Wang and his caring team are dedicated to helping each patient make informed decisions and achieve results that feel natural and empowering. Schedule a consultation today to explore your options and discover how personalized care can make all the difference.
