Carrying and giving birth to your baby is an exciting new chapter in your life. You have carried your loved one for nine months and birthed your child. Along with this comes many changes to the body, which are very normal and natural. 

Although aesthetic changes to the body after childbirth are natural, some women may desire to surgically alter parts of their body that were most affected by pregnancy. This is usually the breasts, abdomen, or both. Dr Philip Richardson performs post-partum surgery including breast augmentation mammoplasty in Brisbane.

What causes these changes?

During pregnancy, increased hormones lead to weight gain and breast growth. Your body prepares to nourish your child by increasing the number of milk glands. The breasts may begin to become lax when breastfeeding as the glands shrink.  Dr. Philip Richardson offers post-pregnancy augmentation mammoplasty in Brisbane for new mothers who experience breast laxity or ptosis.

What is a post-pregnancy augmentation mammoplasty?

A post-pregnancy breast augmentation mammoplasty is like a regular breast augmentation mammoplasty. It allows you to reshape your breasts to a more desired shape, size, and location. Dr. Richardson offers implants of differing textures, sizes, and materials to help you reach your aesthetic goals.

During your preliminary consultation, Dr. Richardson will analyse and measure your breasts to determine which options are most suitable. He can offer trial implants of varying sizes to wear to aid you in visually imagining the final results. Before your operation, he will discuss all of your choices and ensure that you’re satisfied with your choice. In some cases, breast augmentation mammoplasty may be accompanied by mastopexy surgery (breast lift).

What can I expect during the procedure?

On the day of your surgery, you will undergo a general anaesthetic so that you are asleep for the entire procedure. Dr. Richardson will make a very small incision and insert the implant of your choosing. Depending on what you determined during your consultation, he will place it behind the breast tissue or underneath the pectoral muscles of the breast. Afterwards, he will close the incisions with sutures and apply a dressing to the wounds.

What should I do during my recovery?

Right after your procedure, Dr. Richardson will provide a special bra that will reduce discomfort and protect against swelling. One of his experienced nurses will contact you after your surgery to ensure that your recovery is progressing well and that all of your questions are answered. His nurses will also schedule several post-operative appointments so they can monitor your recovery. You should avoid strenuous activity for at least six weeks after your surgery.

What makes Dr. Richardson’s practice a good choice for my augmentation mammoplasty?

Dr. Richardson performs over 600 breast surgeries per year. He and his team will work in line with your needs and desired results for breast augmentation mammoplasty. Schedule your consultation online or call his office at 07 3268 3774.