Breast Procedures

Breast augmentation refers to the enlargement of the female breast by insertion of either a silicone or saline implant; it is used to correct breasts that are too small and/or lack asymmetry.

Your experience at Horizons Plastic Surgery begins with an “individual consultation” during which we will explore your goals and expectations, address any health concerns and develop a surgical plan that fits your unique needs. You will also receive candid information about risks and complications.

Mastopexy (breast lift) is a very common procedure and refers to the correction of an undesirable shape of the female breast. The medical term for this condition is ‘ptosis’ and is most commonly manifested as a lengthening of the breast with enlargement of the areola. Although women of all ages can experience ptosis, it is typically a condition that develops after pregnancy, weight loss or as a result of the natural aging process. Surgical correction of ptosis frequently gives the patient a renewed sense of proportion and improved self-esteem.

A woman with excessively large breasts often complains of pain in her neck, shoulders and back. The weight of the breasts pulls the bra straps down across the shoulders leading to chronic, daily discomfort. Often, the patient has unsuccessfully tried to alleviate the discomfort through exercise, weight loss, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, massage and multiple styles of expensive bras.

Reduction mammaplasty refers to reducing the size of the female breast in an effort to relieve the associated discomfort.

Treatment options for breast cancer include mastectomy, lumpectomy with radiation therapy, adjuvant chemotherapy and possible long-term hormonal therapy. To better understand their future reconstruction options breast cancer patients can benefit from a consultation at Horizons Plastic Surgery.

The ultimate goal of breast reconstruction is to achieve symmetry, balance and improved self-esteem. Each patient has a unique set of circumstances such as the type of cancer treatment, the shape and size of her opposite breast, previous surgical procedures and her ultimate goal and expectations for the reconstruction.

Gynecomastia is the benign enlargement of the male breast. The condition can occur at any age and results from a variety of hormonal, physiologic, pathologic, chemically induced, idiopathic and familial conditions. A substantial number of males have some excess of breast tissue.

The majority of cases fall into the idiopathic category, which means that no specific cause for the gynecomastia can be identified. A typical patient has normal levels of hormones and exhibits all the external characteristics of the properly developed male.