Breast Augmentation in Portland
In Happy Valley, serving Portland, Clackamas and Milwaukie
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Tina Jenq
Breast augmentation uses implants to enhance breast size and shape, add fullness and improve symmetry. Dr. Jenq focuses on natural, balanced results and performs every part of your surgery herself.
All-in estimate, saline
~$9,750
Silicone ~$11,050. Surgeon, surgery center and anesthesia in one number. Exact quote after your consultation.
Who performs it?
Dr. Jenq
performs your entire surgery herself
How soon can I be seen?
two weeks
typical wait for a consultation
How long is surgery?
About 2 hours
outpatient, home the same day
Healing time?
About 2 weeks
swelling and discomfort improve quickly
The surgery
What happens during breast augmentation?
- Incision in the fold beneath the breast, where it hides well
- Implant placed below the breast tissue, the fascia or the muscle
- Smooth implants only, saline or silicone
- No drains
Is it right for you?
Who is a good candidate for breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation is for adding fullness, improving shape or balancing breasts that are uneven in size. During your consultation, Dr. Jenq listens to your goals and helps you choose an implant that fits your body.
- You want fuller breasts or a better shape
- You want better balance with your body proportions
- Your breasts are uneven in size
- You want a natural look, not an overdone one
Augmentation or lift?
Implants add size and fullness. A lift makes breasts perkier without adding size, and the two can be combined in the same surgery. Breast lift
Implant placement
Where is the implant placed?
Each position has trade-offs. Dr. Jenq recommends the one that fits your tissue and goals.
Below the breast tissue (subglandular)
Shorter recovery and less discomfort, with no effect on the muscle. Higher chance of visible implants or rippling, especially in thin patients.
Below the muscle fascia (subfascial)
Balances a natural look with some muscle protection and less visibility. Some risk of visibility and a slightly longer recovery.
Below the muscle (submuscular)
The most natural look and support, the lowest chance of rippling and clearer mammograms. Longer recovery, more initial discomfort and possible movement when the muscle flexes.
Your journey
What is breast augmentation recovery like?
Most patients recover in about 2 weeks. Swelling and discomfort are common at first but improve quickly. Following Dr. Jenq’s recovery instructions helps you heal comfortably and safely.
1
Consultation
One-on-one with Dr. Jenq, usually within two weeks. $150.
2
Your plan and quote
A written, all-in quote for self-pay patients.
3
Surgery day
About 2 hours as an outpatient, going home the same day. An incision beneath the breast and no drains. Dr. Jenq performs every step.
4
Recovery
Most patients recover in about 2 weeks. Follow-ups with Dr. Jenq.
Cost
How much does breast augmentation cost in Portland?
Dr. Jenq’s all-in estimate for breast augmentation is ~$9,750 with saline implants or ~$11,050 with silicone, including the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia and the surgery center. You get an exact written quote after your consultation.
All-in estimates
Saline implants ~$9,750
Silicone implants ~$11,050
Card, check, cash or CareCredit financing. Cosmetic surgery is self-pay. How we handle insurance
Questions
Breast augmentation FAQ
Answers from Dr. Jenq.
What’s the difference between saline and silicone implants?
Silicone looks and feels more natural, especially in thin patients, with less chance of visible rippling, but a rupture is harder to detect. Regular MRI checks and replacing the implants at about 10 years are recommended. Saline makes a rupture easy to spot because the implant visibly deflates and can use a smaller incision, but it may feel less natural and has a higher chance of rippling.
Are silicone implants as safe as saline implants?
The FDA considers both saline and silicone implants safe and effective. Extensive studies have discounted a link between silicone implants and autoimmune disorders.
How do I decide which type of implant I want?
It’s a personal decision based on your preference, body type, age and breast shape. Some women prefer silicone because it’s softer and has a lower risk of rippling, though a silicone rupture can be harder to detect. You and Dr. Jenq decide together at your consultation.
What size implants should I use?
It depends on the width of your chest and your breast tissue. Implant volume affects projection and the footprint on your chest. We use sample implants to find a size that fits, and pictures of the look you want help.
Will I have drains?
No. Dr. Jenq doesn’t use drains for breast augmentation.
Do implants need to be replaced?
Implants aren’t permanent, and a future revision may be needed. Possible complications include rupture, capsular contracture or shifting. Implant capsules: normal healing or a problem?
What about BIA-ALCL?
BIA-ALCL is a rare cancer risk linked mainly to textured implants. Dr. Jenq uses only smooth implants to minimize this risk.
Can I breastfeed after breast implants?
Most likely, yes, though some women without implants also have trouble breastfeeding. Very large implants, or an incision around the areola, can reduce milk production. You may need to supplement with formula.
How does breast cancer screening work with implants?
Implants don’t increase your risk of breast cancer or prevent screening. Special mammogram views may be taken. Keep up with screening as your doctor recommends, and if you’re 40 or older, have a mammogram before surgery.
Is breast augmentation covered by insurance?
Breast augmentation is cosmetic, so it’s self-pay. How we handle insurance
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