The Institute of Plastic Surgery, serving the Colorado Springs, Denver, & Pueblo areas, provides a full spectrum of available plastic surgical procedures of the breast to address your particular needs. Some the plastic surgery procedures are, breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, and breast reconstruction.

Breast Augmentation 

Breast augmentation is used to enlarge or enhance the shape and symmetry of the breasts.  It is most often desired by women who would like to look and feel more confident about the appearance of their breasts.  Specifically, augmentation can enhance the figure, replace lost breast volume which has occurred as a result of age or pregnancy, and improve any asymmetry in the breasts.

Breast augmentation involves insertion of a saline or silicone filled breast implant behind the breast tissue or behind the chest wall muscle (pectoralis muscle) depending upon your requirements.  It is among the most common plastic surgery procedures performed in the United States

Implants can be placed in the desired location via several different incision locations: around the areola; an incision in the armpit; and from an incision near the lower fold of the breast.  There are also different shapes, textures, and sizes available in breast implants.  Our plastic surgeons will discuss the differences of the various incisions and implant types to help you choose the right implant for you.

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Breast Reduction  (Reduction Mammoplasty)

Breast reduction surgery is optimal for those who develop discomfort and difficulties associated with excess weight and size of their breasts.  Women can experience back & neck pain, headaches, shoulder problems, bra strap grooving & pain, postural problems, nerve problems of the arm or hand, and skin infections under the breasts.  These women will often find themselves embarrassed and self-conscious.  Large breasts and the associated problems can afflict women of any age, including girls during puberty.

Breast reduction surgery involves removal of the excess skin, fat, and glandular tissue of the breast.  There is also a reduction in the size of the areola, since it is usually stretched out from the constant weight of the breast.  Another welcome effect of the surgery is a breast lift that helps restore a more youthful, lifted or “perky” look.

The majority of patients who undergo breast reduction wish they had done it years earlier. Cosmetic surgeons, Dr. Dash and Dr. Jain, feel that breast reduction surgery patients are some of the most satisfied patients plastic surgery patients. It can have a dramatic impact on a patient's lifestyle and self-esteem.

During your consultation at the Institute of Plastic Surgery, in Colorado Springs, our board certified surgeons will evaluate you to see if you are a good candidate for breast reduction surgery. They will send the necessary information to your insurance company to see if you qualify. Many insurance companies will authorize coverage of breast reduction surgery, knowing that it can provide health improvements to patients.

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Breast Lift  (Mastopexy)

Breast lift (mastopexy) is the procedure used to reproduce the shape and “perkiness” of youthful appearing breasts.  Gravity, time and loosening of supporting ligaments after pregnancy and nursing each contribute to a saggy, flattened appearance of the breast. 

The surgery involves raising the nipple and areola to a higher level, which can be performed with various different incisions depending upon the degree of sagging.  Occasionally, a breast implant is used to improve the size, shape, firmness and projection of the breast in conjunction with the breast lift.

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Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is the term to describe recreation of the breast following mastectomy or breast removal for breast cancer.  The breast can be reconstructed either using skin, muscle and fat from the abdomen or the back, or with a tissue expander followed by a breast implant.  Breast reconstruction is a complex process which our physicians will thoroughly explain to you during your consultation.

We at the Institute of Plastic Surgery recognize that understanding and coping with the diagnosis of breast cancer is very difficult.  Our physicians and staff make every effort to help you understand and deal with the issues related to breast reconstruction.  We will help you through the process of making you feel whole once again.

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Breast Augmentation | Breast Reduction | Breast Lift
Breast Reconstruction