Breast augmentation is a procedure that increases the size and can improve the shape of the breast. Breast implants are placed either under the breast tissue or under the breast tissue and chest muscle. The implants are filled with either sterile salt solution (saline) or silicone gel. An incision is made either under the breast or at the edge of the areola to insert the implant. This procedure is performed under general anesthesia and usually takes 2 hours. Patients go home the day of surgery and follow up with Dr. Martin several days later. The type of implant, implant size, location of the incision and placement of the implant are all discussed during the consultation. A surgical garment is worn for several weeks following surgery.