Breast Augmentation & Breast Lift in Tyler, Texas
Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a procedure where your surgeon uses implants or fat transfer to enlarge the breasts. A breast lift raises and reshapes breasts that have lost firmness and position, and the two are often combined in one surgery.
Key Takeaways
- Augmentation adds volume with implants or fat; a breast lift raises and reshapes the breast. They can be done in the same surgery.
- Implants last about 7–10 years on average, and regular follow-up is important.
- Can be done awake for appropriate candidates; general anesthesia is also offered at our office-based surgical facility.
- Pricing is personalized, and Dr. Henderson provides a detailed estimate at your consultation.
Dr. Raven Henderson, a board certified plastic surgeon, will help you decide whether you need an implant, a lift, or both.
Anesthesia
Tumescent anesthesia with oral, IM, or IV sedation (awake option), or general anesthesia
Setting
Our office-based surgical facility in Tyler, or a local hospital if desired
Typical recovery
Full activity and exercise within 2–6 weeks, depending on the technique used
Options
Implants, fat transfer, breast lift, or augmentation with lift
Am I a candidate for breast augmentation?
Good candidates for breast augmentation include those with small breasts as well as those who need breast volume restored after significant weight loss, breastfeeding, or aging. Dr. Henderson will examine you and help determine which procedure is most suitable for you, then provide individualized treatment and care during the process.
What are the implant options?
- Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water.
- Silicone implants are filled with a gel that feels more like natural breast tissue.
- Implants can be placed either between the breast tissue and chest muscle or behind the chest muscle.
- Fat transfer from other body areas can also be used to enlarge the breasts.
Learn more on our breast augmentation page.
Do I need a breast lift?
If your breasts sag, your nipples point downward, or your nipples sit below the fold under your breast, an implant alone may not give you the result you want. A breast lift raises and reshapes the breast, and an implant restores upper-breast fullness. Many patients combine the two in one surgery. Dr. Henderson will tell you at your consultation whether an implant, a lift, or both is the best plan.
What are the anesthesia options?
We offer multiple levels of anesthesia at our office-based surgical facility, from local to general anesthesia, and Dr. Henderson is known for awake procedures. For appropriate candidates, breast augmentation and breast lift can be performed awake with tumescent anesthesia and oral, IM, or IV sedation. Your sedation can be adjusted to keep you comfortable and relaxed, and you are always able to protect your own airway, with no breathing tube needed. General anesthesia is also available.
The setting can be our office-based surgical facility or a local hospital if you prefer. Pricing varies based on the facility. Learn more about awake procedures.
What is the recovery time?
Most patients return to full activity and exercise within 2–6 weeks, depending on the technique used. Dr. Henderson provides detailed written post-operative instructions and follows your healing at scheduled visits.
Breast Augmentation & Lift Before & After Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between breast augmentation and a breast lift?
Augmentation adds volume with implants or fat. A breast lift raises and reshapes the breast by removing excess skin. Many patients benefit from both, and they can be done in the same surgery.
How long do breast implants last?
On average, implants last about 7–10 years, and the chance of needing revision or replacement increases over time. Regular follow-up is important.
Can I have breast augmentation without general anesthesia?
For appropriate candidates, yes. See our awake procedures page. We also offer general anesthesia at our office-based surgical facility.
How much does breast augmentation cost in Tyler, TX?
Cost depends on the procedure, the areas treated, and your individual plan, so pricing is personalized. Dr. Henderson provides a detailed estimate at your consultation. Payment options include an in-house installment plan, CareCredit, and Alphaeon. See payment options. Pricing also varies based on the facility where your procedure is performed: our office-based surgical facility or a local hospital, if you prefer.
Schedule Your Breast Augmentation or Lift Consultation in Tyler, Texas
Dr. Raven Henderson and the team at RCH Plastic Surgery will help you decide what is right for your body and goals. You can book online, call us, or ask about a virtual or in-person consultation.
Contact our Tyler, TX office today:
- Call: (903) 251-2765
- Visit: 2140 W. Grande Blvd, Ste A, Tyler, TX 75703
- Schedule your consultation online
Serving Tyler, Longview, Nacogdoches, Lufkin, Jacksonville, and patients from across Texas and across the country.
Dr. Henderson offers several ways to pay, including an in-house installment plan, CareCredit, Alphaeon, and personal loan options. See all payment options.
Individual results vary.
Your Surgeon: Dr. Raven C. Henderson, MD
- Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Medical degree: University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
- Plastic surgery fellowship: University of Nebraska Medical Center
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- Mon–Thu: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fri: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Consultations by appointment
CONTACT US
- RCH Plastic Surgery2140 W. Grande Blvd, Ste A
Tyler, TX 75703 - (903) 251-2765
- info@rchplasticsurgery.com