Breast Augmentation in Oakville, Ontario

What Is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation is a surgical enhancement designed to increase the size and improve the shape of the breasts. This procedure, using either silicone gel implants or fat transfer, aims to create a fuller, more balanced bustline that aligns beautifully with each patient’s body proportions and personal aesthetic goals. It’s not just about size—it’s about perfecting contours to enhance both your figure and your self-image.

Is Breast Augmentation Right for You?

If you’re weighing the pros and cons of whether plastic surgery is the right choice for you, consider how changes in your body have affected your self-perception and confidence. In addition to traditional implants, breast fat transfer offers a natural alternative, using your own fat to subtly enhance and shape your breasts. This technique is ideal for those seeking a moderate increase in breast size with results that integrate seamlessly with your body’s unique contours. A personalized consultation with Dr. Julie Khanna can guide you through these options, ensuring the chosen method aligns with your personal needs and aesthetic goals.

Complementary Procedures to Breast Augmentation

In addition to mastopexy, which is commonly combined with breast augmentation, Dr. Khanna is frequently able to complement this surgery with additional cosmetic procedures. Depending on your unique aesthetic goals, your personalized experience at ICLS can include body contouring surgeries (e.g. liposuction or tummy tuck) or facial enhancement procedures (such as facelift or eyelid surgery).

Please also note that we offer a wide variety of non-surgical options and skincare products that can be added to your treatment. If any solution piques your interest, we encourage you to bring it up at your initial consultation.

A Breast Augmentation Consultation with Dr. Khanna

Your initial consultation at ICLS is a pivotal step in your journey, offering a chance for a meaningful connection between you and Dr. Khanna. During this session, Dr. Khanna will not only take precise measurements and perform detailed VECTRA® 3D scans but also engage personally with you to understand your medical history and discuss your specific aspirations for the procedure. This one-on-one discussion ensures that every aspect of your planned augmentation aligns perfectly with your expectations and health requirements.

Emphasizing a personalized approach, the consultation is important to establish a strong rapport and trust, which are foundational for a successful surgical outcome. Dr. Khanna’s commitment to providing dedicated care is a core part of the ICLS Advantage. We encourage an open dialogue throughout your experience with us, ensuring you feel supported and confident to voice any questions or concerns you might have.

How Do I Choose the Right Breast Implant Size?

At ICLS, we believe choosing the correct implants takes time, research and lots of “trial and error.” We focus less on implant size and more on the unique anatomy of the breasts, as well as the right technique to achieve the desired result. To simplify this approach, we have developed a well-honed five-step process for helping patients choose an implant size:

1. VECTRA® 3D imaging. During your first visit, our nursing team will use the advanced VECTRA® 3D imaging system to obtain scans of your breasts. This step is useful for determining implant size but also for Dr. Khanna to familiarize herself with your anatomy and breast shape.
2. Measurements. During this step, Dr. Khanna will collect measurements and consider the breasts’ size proportionately to the rest of your body. She will also note your posture, the positioning of your breasts on the chest wall, and other specifics necessary to produce natural-looking results.
3. Homework. Before you return for your next visit, we will ask you to collect photos to help us plan the procedure. These photos can include celebrities, models, surgical before-and-afters or any display that resembles your ideal bustline. (You are also encouraged to show us photos of breasts you dislike to give us a sense of results you want to avoid!)
4. Make a homemade implant. Once you have gathered some reference pictures, we ask that you construct a makeshift sizer at home. This is achieved by using the toe end of your pantyhose, filled with dried rice and tied with a loose knot, creating an “implant” you can fit in your sports bra. You can then add or take away rice to the hose until you like the volume you see in the bra. Please measure this amount and bring the amount to your appointment, which will be noted in your chart. This may help you visualize your potential size.
5. Pre-operative appointment. This meeting will involve an in-depth review of the work and research we (and you!) have completed so far. We will take stock of your data and look at your measurements. Afterward, you will be given sizers to try on before we narrow down a choice for your implant size and projection. We offer the latest cohesive silicone gel implant options for a natural look and feel.

What Happens During Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation surgery is typically completed under general anesthesia. Depending on the techniques used and whether or not additional procedures (e.g. breast lift or fat transfer) are being incorporated, the surgery can last from one to several hours.

The incision for each implant is made as carefully as possible at one of two typical sites. These sites most commonly include the inframammary crease (under the breast fold); alternatively, patients may be eligible for a periareolar incision, which is made around the nipple. The breast implant is then placed either under the pectoralis major muscle (submuscular) or on top of the muscle and under the breast tissue (subglandular).

Dr. Khanna and her team expertly conduct the surgery leveraging unique equipment and state-of-the-art technology. Dr. Khanna’s extensive experience allows for meticulous execution, affirming her professionalism and dedication to excellence in patient care.

How Long Does it Take to Perform Breast Augmentation Surgery?

While Dr. Khanna has said she is not ‘fast’ at this surgery but efficient, don’t think it will take hours to complete. She can finish a breast augmentation surgery in under half an hour.

Breast Augmentation Recovery

Immediate Post-Surgery (Day of Surgery to 1 Week):

• Patients return home with surgical tape on the incision sites.
• Initial discomfort is typically minimal and can be managed with oral medication.
• Patients can generally resume normal daily activities five to seven days following the surgery.

1 Week Post-Surgery:

• Surgical tape is removed 7-10 days after surgery.
• Sutures used are dissolvable; however, they may be trimmed if necessary 7-10 days after surgery.

2 Weeks Post-Surgery:

• For the first two weeks, a light bra or bralette is worn to support healing.

2 to 8 Weeks Post-Surgery:

• After two weeks, patients transition to wearing an underwire bra, which should be continued for four to six weeks to support the breasts and implants as they heal.

4 to 6 Weeks Post-Surgery:

• Exercise, heavy lifting, and strenuous activities can typically be resumed, but timing should be personalized based on the patient’s unique recovery process. Dr. Khanna and her team will provide guidance on when it is safe to resume these activities.

Follow-Up Care:

Dr. Khanna will schedule follow-up appointments as necessary to monitor healing and ensure optimal results tailored to each patient’s needs. This consistent monitoring is crucial for achieving the best outcomes and addressing any concerns promptly.

Will I Have Breast Augmentation Scars?

As breast augmentation is a major surgical procedure, scarring is expected. With this in mind, rest assured that Dr. Khanna is always careful to place incisions in inconspicuous locations to potentially limit the chance of visual scarring. Additionally, scars that do appear typically fade to a flesh color in the months following surgery.

How Long Do Breast Implants Last?

Though breast implants are not lifelong devices, there is no defined time limit for breast implants. That said, implants can age or experience complications, which usually require attention. With that in mind, please note that capsular contracture rates at ICLS are extremely low as a result of our exceptional surgical techniques, which often lead to a rapid recovery for breast surgery patients.

Generally, as our bodies naturally age, our lifestyles and personal choices may evolve too. Some women may seek more balance, symmetry and/or more or less volume in their breasts within 10 – 15 years of first receiving implants. These women may be candidates for breast revision surgery.

How Much Does Breast Augmentation Cost in Ontario?

At our practice, primary breast augmentation begins at $12,300, while breast augmentation with mastopexy begins at $14,000. However, the price may fluctuate based on the level of services (e.g., the incorporation of additional procedures, the use of pain medications, etc.).

During your consultation, you will have an opportunity to create a customized approach with Dr. Khanna and finalize the pricing for your care. Meanwhile, we encourage you to review our plastic surgery financing options. In addition to accepting all major forms of payment, we work with two third-party financiers – iFinance and Beautifi – to help eligible patients finance their treatment through installments.

We always aim to make the financial aspect of your experience as painless as possible. If you have any questions about your payment, feel free to contact our friendly team.

Why Choose ICLS for Breast Augmentation?

Undergoing plastic surgery is a major life decision. For this reason, Dr. Khanna encourages patients to research their prospective provider to ensure they have the proper background, credentials, experience and reputation to perform breast augmentation surgery.

When you choose to undergo breast augmentation with Dr. Khanna, you choose a compassionate, ethical physician with years of experience. In addition to specializing in many techniques of aesthetic breast surgery, Dr. Khanna is one of the top users of cohesive gel breast implants in North America. She was actively involved in the lifting of the 13-year moratorium on silicone breast implants in 2006; played an instrumental role in achieving the approval for silicone implants initially in 1999; and was the first doctor to use cohesive gel implants for primary augmentation in Canada.

Dr. Khanna is devoted to patient satisfaction. Along with the rest of our team, she will work alongside you to help you achieve a bustline that exceeds your every expectation.

To schedule your consultation or learn more about this specialized procedure, we invite you to contact ICLS today!