Breast Augmentation

Here at Vancouver Plastic Surgery Clinic, breast enlargement is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures.  The surgery helps to build self-esteem and self-confidence.  The procedure is done by insertion of a breast implant, usually behind the chest wall muscle to make the breast fuller all over (including the cleavage area, outside of the breast and flattened area above the nipple,) and give the breast a more attractive and youthful contour.  Although the primary purpose of the surgery is to enlarge the size of the breasts and improve the shape, it can also provide a minor degree of lift in certain patients who do not want a breast lift.  The surgery can be done under either local anesthetic with IV sedation (also called “twilight sleep,”) or under general anesthetic.

Dr. Brar prefers twilight sleep anesthesia if possible.  This is because patients are less likely to get sick, patients can be asked to sit upright during surgery to make the breasts as even as possible, and he can communicate with the patient if necessary.  With twilight sleep anesthesia, the patient can look in a mirror to see if the selected implant gives the desired effect.  Additionally, twilight sleep anesthesia is safer and less expensive than general anesthesia.  Patients usually leave within three hours of arrival at our facility.

Breast augmentation can be done by itself or in combination with a breast lift procedure in patients who have major sagging.  Either way, the surgery is an outpatient procedure.

We could give you a lot of generic information about breast augmentation surgery, or any other surgery that we perform; but every patient is different.  The only way to get information that pertains specifically to you is through a detailed consultation and thorough examination.  You can contact us by phone (360-695-5754 or 503-286-5767) or email ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) to schedule a complimentary consultation.  You will meet with the surgeon who will perform your surgery.

Click on thumbnails below to see before and after photos of breast augmenation procedures.