Information about Breast Augmentation, Enhancement Techniques, Implants, and More for Palo Alto and San Jose
Dr. Linda Waters specializes in breast reconstruction and enhancement procedures, including breast augmentation. Patients in the Palo Alto and San Jose area who are considering any type of breast surgery should contact the practice of Dr. Linda Waters to discuss their options or schedule a consultation.
Dr. Waters also performs male breast reduction for the treatment of gynecomastia. For more information on this procedure, visit our body surgery page.
Breast Augmentation
For a woman who feels that her breasts are too small for her body type or a woman whose breasts have lost volume after pregnancy, breast augmentation surgery offers a solution. By adding a saline- or silicone-filled implant beneath the breast tissue or the muscle of the chest, this procedure can make breasts larger, improve shape and symmetry, and add fullness. Dr. Waters has the skill and experience to achieve natural-looking results for her breast augmentation patients.
The first step to a successful breast enhancement procedure is a well-informed patient. Dr. Waters spends a good deal of time discussing the surgery and its benefits, risks, and requirements with each patient prior to the procedure. Women who understand the risks and benefits of breast augmentation surgery and have reasonable expectations about the results are much more likely to be satisfied with their new appearance.
Dr. Waters has been a FDA investigator for silicone gel breast implants since 1992 and is excited about the upcoming "gummy bear" anatomical implant and the current release of round gel implants by the FDA.
If you are considering breast augmentation and have questions about breast enhancement techniques or implants, contact Dr. Waters' Palo Alto plastic surgery practice, also serving San Jose and all of the Bay Area.
Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
When the effects of time or pregnancy cause breasts to sag, a breast lift can improve the shape and position of the breasts. By removing excess skin from beneath the breast and relocating the nipple to a higher position, the breasts can be restored to a more youthful position and contour. If decreased volume is also a problem, a breast augmentation can be combined with this procedure for a fuller, more rounded result.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction is designed to alleviate the discomfort of large, heavy breasts and associated neck and back pain, as well as skin rashes beneath the breasts. The procedure involves removing excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin, thereby decreasing the size and weight of the breasts. Nipple position is raised to a more youthful location. Unlike breast augmentation, breast reduction may be covered by most health insurance plans.
Breast Reconstruction
Dr. Linda Waters is particularly experienced in breast cancer reconstructive plastic surgery procedures, having been a member of the multidisciplinary Stanford Breast Cancer Tumor Board for 7 years. She approaches each breast reconstruction procedure with compassion and professionalism. She is dedicated to helping women reclaim their bodies and rebuild what has been lost. Dr. Waters is interested in reconstructing breasts, while maintaining muscle function, as much as possible.
Before and After Photos
In order to respect the online privacy of Dr. Waters' patients, pre-op & post-op photos are available during your consultation.
Contact Us
Dr. Waters prefers to discuss procedures with each of her patients, one on one, allowing the patient an opportunity to ask questions as they arise. To learn more about breast reconstruction and reduction, breast lift and augmentation, enhancement, and implants, please contact Dr. Waters’ Palo Alto plastic surgery office, serving San Jose and the Bay Area. We would be happy to schedule a consultation for you.
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