Breast Augmentation in Irvine, California
Breast augmentation, also known as mammoplasty, has become the most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States. For some women, breast augmentation is a way to enhance self-confidence and self-image. For others, breast augmentation is part of the reconstruction process following breast cancer or other conditions that can affect the breast. While the reasons for choosing breast augmentation in Orange County are personal, the one thing each woman shares is the desire to feel better about her body and herself.
Procedure Quick Facts:
Breast augmentation is a surgical enhancement procedure that involves using breast implants to accentuate the size and shape of a woman’s breasts. Breast implants can help women achieve a fuller, more symmetrical bust, and a more appealing figure. This surgery can treat reduced breast mass after pregnancy or surgery, correct a congenital breast defect, and be used in breast reconstruction procedures to rebuild the breast after mastectomy or injury.
At South Coast Plastic Surgery, breast augmentation enhances breast size, shape, and proportion using customized implants tailored to your unique anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals. Each procedure is personalized to create results that honor your natural beauty while delivering the confidence you deserve.
If you are dissatisfied with your breasts, please get in touch with South Coast Plastic Surgery to set up a consultation. Dr. Kyle Song or Dr. Paige Benyamein will work closely with you to develop a surgical plan to deliver your desired look and feel. Imagine your breasts looking pert, full, and perfectly balanced with your figure, it can transform your life experience.
- Enhanced ConfidenceFeeling proud of your silhouette can positively impact every area of life, from fashion choices to social interactions. Fuller breasts often translate into greater self-assurance.
- Restored VolumePregnancy, breastfeeding, and weight loss can leave breasts deflated. Implants restore youthful fullness for a rejuvenated, feminine contour.
- Improved SymmetryMany women have naturally uneven breasts. Augmentation allows precise balancing so clothing fits better and proportions feel harmonious.
- Reconstruction After CancerImplants play a vital role in rebuilding the breast mound after mastectomy, helping survivors feel whole again.
- Correction of Congenital Shape IssuesTubular or under-developed breasts can be reshaped to a more typical, attractive form, reducing self-consciousness.
- Revision of Unsatisfactory SurgeryIf a prior augmentation did not meet expectations, advanced techniques at our practice can refine shape, size, or implant position for a superior result.
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Every woman's body and aesthetic goals are unique, which is why we offer several breast augmentation approaches. During your consultation, Dr. Song or Dr. Benyamein will evaluate your anatomy and desires to recommend the technique that will best achieve your vision.
Primary Breast Augmentation
Primary breast augmentation is your first breast enhancement procedure using implants. This is ideal for women who have never had breast implants and are seeking to increase breast size, restore volume lost after pregnancy or weight changes, or correct breast asymmetry. During the procedure, your chosen implants are placed through discreet incisions to create fuller, more proportionate breasts. Results are immediately visible, with final outcomes emerging within 3-6 months as implants settle naturally.
Preservation Breast Augmentation
Preservation breast augmentation is an innovative technique that preserves your natural breast anatomy during surgery. Unlike traditional methods, this approach minimizes trauma to nerves, blood vessels, and breast tissue, resulting in faster recovery, reduced discomfort, maintained sensation, and beautifully natural movement. This advanced option is perfect for women seeking cutting-edge surgical technique with optimal long-term outcomes.
Breast Augmentation with Lift (Augmentation Mastopexy)
This combined procedure addresses both volume loss and breast sagging in a single surgery. It's perfect for women who need both lifting and enhancement—such as mothers experiencing post-pregnancy deflation and drooping, or those with significant skin laxity that implants alone cannot correct. Excess skin is removed, the breast tissue is lifted and reshaped, and implants are placed to restore volume. The result is lifted, fuller, and more youthful-looking breasts that sit higher on the chest wall.
Revision Breast Augmentation
Revision breast augmentation is performed to replace, remove, or adjust existing breast implants from a previous surgery. This specialized procedure addresses complications such as capsular contracture, implant rupture, malposition, or simply changes in aesthetic preferences. Dr. Song and Dr. Benyamein have advanced expertise in corrective breast surgery, using meticulous techniques to resolve complications and deliver the beautiful, natural results you desire.
See real results from our patients
At South Coast Plastic Surgery, our acclaimed plastic surgeons, Dr. Kyle Song and Dr. Paige Benyamein, will perform your breast procedure. Their artistry and skill in this delicate procedure have led to a reputation for outstanding outcomes. You can expect your procedure to be 100% customized, with a focus on achieving a beautifully balanced figure and natural-looking results.
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Beauty Inside-Out
We treat beyond the visible, caring for your inner wellness as much as your outer beauty. Every aesthetic treatment is provided with warm and exceptional care to elevate your well-being and confidence.
Unmatched Predictability
Visualize your potential results with cutting-edge Crisalix 3D imaging, ensuring clarity and confidence from the start of your cosmetic journey. Our transparent planning process covers every detail, from realistic expectations to comprehensive pricing.
Expert Healing
Your personalized care plan doesn't end when you leave the operating room. Adoreal's automated recovery prompts guide you through a personalized healing journey, including 24/7 access to your surgical team to address questions or concerns. Track your aesthetic recovery progress in real-time, receive important reminders, and experience peace of mind knowing that expert support is always available.
Protected Investment
We stand behind our work with comprehensive warranty coverage that protects your aesthetic outcomes long after your final follow-up. Your care includes up to 5 years of medical complication protection, a 2-year satisfaction guarantee for minor adjustments, and lifetime implant monitoring for eligible cases. Combined with ongoing access to your complete medical records and continued support from our team, you can trust that your journey to confidence is backed by expertise, technology, and a genuine commitment to your long-term well-being.
A Customized Approach to Breast Procedures in Irvine & Ladera Ranch
At South Coast Plastic Surgery, we develop a customized plan for every patient to achieve the most natural and beautiful results. Each woman has a unique anatomy, lifestyle, and priorities, and making the right decision for that woman is paramount in our practice. By selecting the right implants, the right shape, size, placement, and incisions, our exceptionally artistic plastic surgeons deliver results that enhance all aspects of life's journey.
Before your consultation, you can complete a brief personalized assessment from home, helping us understand your specific goals, concerns, and timeline. During your visit, we'll use advanced 3D imaging to show you a realistic preview of your potential results, giving you confidence and clarity in your decision.
What to Expect During Your Breast Augmentation Consultation
Every woman is unique, and the first step is a private consultation and evaluation of your condition. We customize each of our breast augmentation procedures to ensure the best possible outcome and the safest procedure possible. When you meet with Dr. Song or Dr. Benyamein, you will discuss several issues regarding breast implants, including:
· Desired breast size and shape
· Implant types and profiles
· Incision placement options
· Recovery timeline and activity restrictions
· Potential need for a lift
· Budget and financing
Our surgeon will also assess individual factors such as the size of your chest wall, the degree of skin elasticity, and any breast drooping, along with your personal preferences to determine the best steps forward to help achieve your goals.
See Your Future Self
With Crisalix 3D visualization, preview your potential aesthetic outcomes from home. This advanced technology shows personalized results, helping you feel confident and informed about your path forward.
The best candidates for our Ladera Ranch breast augmentation surgery are healthy women who are at a stable weight. In cases where the breast skin has lost its elasticity, breast augmentation alone will not correct the sagging. To create a healthy, youthful look, it may be advised that you combine a breast lift (mastopexy) with breast augmentation for lifted, fuller, youthful breasts.
This personalized assessment ensures your consultation is tailored specifically to you, with no obligation. Your wellness journey, our commitment.
Comprehensive Consultation & Assessment
Your journey begins with a detailed consultation. We will:
- Evaluate your anatomy and discuss your goals
- Explore implant options (saline, silicone, or gummy bear implants)
- Review incision and placement techniques
- Develop a surgical plan tailored to your vision
During your consultation, we’ll use advanced 3D visualization through Crisalix imaging to show you realistic previews of your potential outcomes, and you’ll have immediate access to all your consultation notes and treatment recommendations through your personal patient portal.
The Breast Augmentation Procedure
On surgery day, you'll experience our meticulous preservation approach:
Pre-Surgery Preparation
- Administration of anesthesia for your complete comfort
- Final review of your surgical plan and implant selection
Advanced Surgical Techniques
- Hydrodissection - Specialized solutions gently separate tissue planes instead of cutting
- Blunt dissection - Instruments push tissues aside rather than cutting through them
- Balloon-assisted expansion - Controlled creation of the implant pocket
- Cooper's ligament preservation - Your natural support system remains completely intact
Recovery Timeline
While every patient’s experience varies, most follow this general recovery timeline:
First 48–72 hours:
- Mild discomfort and swelling
- Pain controlled with medication and supportive garments
Days 3–5:
- Return to desk work and light activities
- Noticeable improvement in comfort and mobility
1–2 weeks:
- Resume most daily routines
- Breasts begin to soften and take on a natural appearance
4–6 weeks:
- Gradual return to exercise
- Final results continue to refine as tissues settle
You’ll wear a supportive, wire-free bra and follow a personalized recovery plan. Track your healing journey with real-time updates and personalized guidance at every stage through your Adoreal platform. This allows your care team to stay closely connected, monitor your progress, and respond quickly to any questions or concerns, supporting a safe, well-guided recovery experience.
Your Breast Augmentation Results
- Immediately: Enhanced shape and contour
- 2–4 weeks: Swelling subsides, breasts settle naturally
- 3–6 months: Final results become soft, symmetrical, and beautifully balanced
Your results are protected long-term withcomprehensive warranty coverage, including medical complication protection andsatisfaction guarantees. You’ll maintain access to all your treatment recordsand have ongoing support for any questions about maintaining your results.
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What kind of implants do we offer?
Plastic surgeons in the U.S. now have four main choices of manufacturers of silicone and saline breast implants with FDA approval. At South Coast Plastic Surgery we offer: Motiva, Sientra, Allergan, and Mentor, providing you with the broadest range of high-quality options to achieve your ideal outcome.
Breast Augmentation Results and Safety Considerations
Understanding how surgical technique, implant choice, and safety protocols influence breast augmentation results can help patients set realistic expectations and feel confident in their treatment decisions.
Achieving Natural-Looking Results
Natural-looking breast augmentation results depend on thoughtful planning, surgical expertise, and techniques tailored to your anatomy and aesthetic goals. When these elements are carefully aligned, breast augmentation can enhance shape and proportion while maintaining a soft, balanced, and authentic appearance.
At South Coast Plastic Surgery, achieving natural-looking breast augmentation results begins with selecting the right surgeon, implant, and surgical approach for each individual. Every patient’s anatomy, lifestyle, and priorities are carefully considered to support outcomes that feel harmonious and true to their body.
Our expert plastic surgeons apply advanced techniques and an artistic understanding of balance and proportion to help patients pursue natural-looking results.
Is Scarring a Concern?
Incision placement is also an important part of the overall result. Incisions are carefully selected and precisely made to support healing and minimize visible scarring whenever possible. Common approaches include the periareolar, inframammary, and transaxillary incisions, chosen based on your anatomy and implant type.
Scar Healing Timeline:
As healing progresses, scars naturally evolve over time:
- Weeks 1–2: Redness and mild elevation are part of normal healing
- Months 1–3: Scars begin to soften and flatten
- Around 6 months: Scars fade significantly
- 1–2 years: Scars often continue to lighten and become less noticeable
With proper scar care and adherence to post-operative guidance, many patients find their scars fade into thin, discreet lines that blend naturally with surrounding skin.
Understanding Risks and Safety
Breast augmentation is generally considered a safe and effective procedure, with high patient satisfaction rates. However as with any surgery, there are potential risks and complications to be aware of.
Potential Risks Include:
- Bleeding or hematoma (rare, treatable)
- Infection (prevented with antibiotics and sterile technique)
- Reactions to anesthesia (minimized with careful pre-operative screening)
- Capsular contracture (scar tissue tightening around the implant)
- Implant rupture or leakage (modern implants have very low rupture rates)
- Changes in nipple or breast sensation (usually temporary)
- Breast asymmetry (rare with skilled surgeons)
- Scarring (minimized with precise incision placement)
Reducing Your Risk
Having your surgery performed by an experienced plastic surgeon such as Dr. Song or Dr. Benyamein dramatically reduces the chance of complications or risks in your breast augmentation surgery. Our surgeons:
- Use advanced, proven techniques
- Perform surgery in a fully accredited facility
- Follow rigorous safety protocols
- Provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative care
- Offer 24/7 emergency support
Your safety and well-being are our top priorities. We will discuss all potential risks during your consultation and answer any questions you may have.
Starting from
Starting at $11.600.
This baseline estimate may vary depending on:
- Implant type, size, and placement
- Anesthesia and facility fees
- Additional techniques (such as a breast lift)
During your consultation, we’ll provide a personalized quote based on your goals and anatomy.
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Dr. Song performed my breast implant surgery nearly 10 yrs ago with the ideal breast implant. I've had no issues in this time. I live on the other side of the country now, but I would've loved to come back for removal, since I'm on an all natural journey. I hope to find someone who can take care of me, keep me safe, & assured during & after surgery as Dr. Song & his staff did.
Thank you Dr. Song. I’m 10 days post opp and am so happy with my experience with my mommy makeover! I can’t tell you how comfortable Dr. Song and his staff made me feel throughout this whole process. Surgery is a bit of a scary decision and sometimes I agonized about for years but I can promise you are in the best care with this team. I highly highly recommend them and am already so happy with my results !
About the procedure
Generally, healthy women at a stable weight are ideal candidates. Those with significant sagging may benefit from combining a breast lift (mastopexy) with breast augmentation for optimal results.
The best implant type depends on your anatomy, aesthetic goals, and personal preferences. During your consultation, Dr. Song or Dr. Qureshi will help you explore all options—silicone, saline, or gummy bear implants—and recommend what will best suit your body and desired outcome.
Choosing implant size involves considering your body frame, existing breast tissue, chest width, and aesthetic goals. Our surgeons use advanced sizing techniques and 3D visualization to help you select the perfect size that complements your natural proportions.
- Over-the-muscle (subglandular): Implants placed above the pectoral muscle; shorter recovery, more natural movement
- Under-the-muscle (submuscular): Implants placed beneath the pectoral muscle; more natural appearance, lower risk of capsular contracture
Your surgeon will recommend the best placement based on your anatomy, lifestyle, and goals.
Recovery & Results
Pain is minimal and easily managed. Most patients describe mild tightness or pressure rather than sharp pain. Discomfort is well-controlled with medication and typically subsides within a few days.
Most patients resume light activity in a few days, return to work within 1-2 weeks, and resume full exercise by 4-6 weeks. Complete healing takes 2-6 months.
You’ll notice immediate enhancement, but final results emerge over 3-6 months as swelling subsides, implants settle into position, and breasts soften to a natural appearance.
Yes. Our precise implant placement, sizing, and advanced techniques ensure soft, natural contours that move like your own body. Most patients report that their results feel completely natural within a few months.
Safety & Risks
Implants are not lifetime devices, but many last 10-15 years or longer. Replacement is advised if you experience complications, desire a size change, or if rupture occurs.
Extensive research has shown that modern breast implants do not cause cancer or systemic illness. FDA-approved implants are rigorously tested for safety. There is a rare condition called BIA-ALCL (breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma) associated with certain textured implants, which we do not routinely use.
Cost & Insurance
Cosmetic breast augmentation is typically not covered by insurance. However, breast reconstruction after mastectomy or augmentation for severe asymmetry may be covered. We can help you explore your insurance options during your consultation.
Yes, we offer flexible financing options through Cherry, CareCredit and other providers to make your procedure more accessible.
Lifestyle & Long-Term Care
In most cases, yes. Our surgeons preserve breast tissue and milk ducts whenever possible, allowing for successful breastfeeding. However, individual results may vary.
Yes, you can typically fly 1-2 weeks after surgery, once cleared by your surgeon. However, it’s best to wait until you’re comfortable and past the initial recovery phase.
You can return to light walking within days, resume light exercise at 2-3 weeks, and return to unrestricted physical activity (including weightlifting and high-impact sports) at 4-6 weeks, once cleared. Your surgeon will give you a timeline basedon your procedure details and how you’re healing.
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