Endoscopic Breast Enlargement
Now, with the use of modern fiberoptic technology, breast implants can be inserted with one incision, hidden in your navel. With over 20 years experience utilizing the endoscope, this technique was a natural progression for Dr. Dobson as a cosmetic surgeon. Dr. Dobson has offered the endoscopic "belly button" approach to breast enlargement for the last two years.
With this procedure, saline breast implants
are placed through a small incision which is hidden inside the belly button
or underneath the arm, leaving very little evidence of surgery. There is less tissue
trauma because there is no sharp dissection. The procedure is accomplished with
tissue expanders and the assistance of a tiny camera for full visualization. Thus,
there is minimal risk for altered or loss of nipple sensation. The result is a natural
appearing breast. Our patients advise us that they experience "hardly
any pain" and they resume normal activities within a couple of days. Twenty
percent of transumbilical breast enlargement patients return to work the next day;
however, it is recommended that patients take off from one to two days. Today, over
ninety percent of our patients choose this method for breast enlargement. 
If performed by a well-trained, competent surgeon, endoscopic breast augmentation may provide the same results as the traditional open method, but with less scaring or surgery after effects.
Advantages of the Endoscopic Technique
- No noticeable scar on or around the breast
- Less bleeding, bruising and swelling
- Less chance of losing nipple sensitivity due to nerve damage
- Less time under anesthesia
- Faster recovery time and less discomfort
The Procedure
- The procedure is done in our outpatient cosmetic surgical suite
- Dr. Dobson and his staff will make your stay as comfortable and relaxed as possible
- Anesthesia is utilized for your comfort
- Dr. Dobson makes a tiny incision underarm or in the navel
- An endoscope transmits images to a video monitor
- Using the endoscope, the implant is inserted through a narrow tunnel under the skin and is filled with sterile saline
Recovery and Healing
- Pain from breast enlargement is controlled with oral medication
- Recovery time varies with each patient, usually one to three days
- You will return home the same day as your cosmetic surgery
- You will see the results of your breast enlargement the day of your procedure
Risks
Although every operation involves some risks, new advances in cosmetic surgery procedures and materials have made breast enlargement a much safer and gentler procedure.
If a complication occurs at any time during the surgery, Dr. Dobson may have to switch to an incision under the breast which will result in a longer recovery period and a more extensive scar. These types of complications are rare and are estimated to occur in less than 5 percent of all endoscopy procedures.
Before & After Photos
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Breast enlargement photos
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The more you know about procedures and options available, the better equipped you are to make the decision that is best for you. Dr. Dobson and the staff of the Dallas Fort Worth Institute of Body Sculpturing are available to answer questions or concerns that you may have about breast enlargement and enhancement.