Breast Procedures
Dr. O’Neill and Dr. Swartz have extensive experience in breast surgery, including breast augmentation surgery with silicone or saline breast implants, and advanced breast reconstruction procedures for women who have had mastectomies after breast cancer. These popular types of plastic surgery are performed to lift, enhance, and increase the size of breasts in order to improve patient self-confidence and body image.
Breast Augmentation
In our Charleston, SC plastic surgery clinic, breast augmentation is a procedure that is very popular among our female patients. It is a relatively simple surgery that adds volume to the breasts, which improves their shape and profile.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction surgery is usually performed in cases when a woman’s breast size is causing back, neck, and muscle pain. Breast reduction surgery aims to relieve the burden of excess weight on the body and create a pleasing, well-proportioned profile for the patient.
Breast Reconstruction
Whether you’re facing a mastectomy as cancer treatment, or as a preventative measure due to family history, reconstruction provides an opportunity to regain a more normalized silhouette, which for many women, provides self-confidence.
Breast Lift
Many women suffer from sagging or misshapen breasts. These symptoms include aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, gravity, heredity, and weight changes. If you’d like to lift and improve the contours of your breasts without breast implants – a breast lift might be right for you!
VECTRA XT 3D Imaging System
The VECTRA XT 3D Imaging System is now available at O’Neill Plastic Surgery! This incredible new technology enables patients to experience the exciting possibilities of their simulated aesthetic procedures. With 360 degrees of body imaging, this single system captures 3D face, breast, and body images in ultra-high resolution color.
FAQs
What breast procedures does O’Neill Plastic Surgery offer in Charleston, SC?
We offer breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, and breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Augmentation and a lift are often combined for patients seeking added volume and a more youthful position.
Is a breast lift the same as a mastopexy?
Yes. Mastopexy is the clinical term for a breast lift, the procedure that repositions and reshapes breasts that have started to sag, typically without significantly changing their size.
Do you perform breast reconstruction after mastectomy?
Yes. Dr. O’Neill and Dr. Swartz have extensive experience with breast reconstruction for women who have had a mastectomy, whether as cancer treatment or a preventive measure.
How do I choose between augmentation, a lift, and reduction?
The choice comes down to what you want to change. Augmentation adds volume and shape; a lift repositions breasts that have begun to sag without significantly changing their size; and a reduction removes volume to relieve back, neck, or shoulder strain. A consultation with Dr. O’Neill or Dr. Swartz can help narrow down which applies to you.
Is breast reduction covered by insurance?
Breast reduction is sometimes covered by insurance when it’s considered medically necessary, such as for documented back, neck, or shoulder pain. Coverage depends on your specific plan, and our team can help you understand what your insurer requires.
How much do breast procedures cost?
Cost varies by procedure, technique, and implant choice where applicable. We provide a personalized quote after your consultation.
What happens at a breast consultation?
A breast consultation includes a conversation about your goals and health history, plus a simulation of possible results using our VECTRA XT 3D Imaging System. From there, we walk through implant options, incision approaches, and recovery expectations specific to your plan.
What is the VECTRA XT 3D Imaging System?
The VECTRA XT is a 3D imaging system that captures high-resolution images of the breast, face, and body, allowing you to preview a simulation of your results before surgery.