Procedures we offer.
Procedures we offer.
Joshua DeSerres, MD, FRCSC
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Breast Procedures in Edmonton
Cosmetic breast procedures should involve a unique approach to each patient to ensure their specific goals can be met. This may involve a breast augmentation, breast lift (mastopexy), or a combination of these procedures to achieve each patient’s unique goals. Dr. DeSerres believes that this all starts from a comprehensive consultation to before a breast augmentation or breast lift understand each patient’s goals and to provide an individualized approach to each patient.
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Breast augmentation is designed to enhance the size and shape of the breasts, with the use of implants to achieve a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing silhouette. During a comprehensive consultation, a personalized surgical plan will be created to meet each patient's unique goals. While some patients seek a subtle, natural-looking result and other patients seek a more noticeable change in volume, Dr. DeSerres ensures each procedure is tailored to the patient’s unique goals for surgery to help them achieve their ideal breast appearance.
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Mastopexy, or breast lift surgery, is designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts, restoring a youthful and perky appearance. By removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue, this procedure provides a more lifted and firm breast contour. Dr. Joshua DeSerres offers personalized consultations to understand each patient's goals and develop a tailored surgical plan, ensuring natural-looking results and enhanced confidence.
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Augmentation-mastopexy, a combination of breast augmentation and lift, enhances breast size while also lifting and reshaping sagging breasts for a fuller and more youthful appearance. This dual procedure not only improves breast volume but also provides a firmer, lifted contour, enhancing overall breast aesthetics.
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Large breasts are often heavy and may droop over time. A breast reduction (bilateral reduction mammoplasty) provides a substantial decrease in breast size as well as lifting the breast tissue. Although the procedure can be done at any time, the best, long-term, aesthetic results occurs when the potential patient is at a happy stable weight and finished having children.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Breast augmentation uses implants to increase volume and shape, while a breast lift (mastopexy) removes excess skin and repositions tissue to treat sagging without significantly changing size. Patients with good volume but noticeable drooping are often better suited to a lift; those wanting more fullness may need augmentation or a combined procedure.
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Breast reduction may be covered by Alberta Health Services when considered functionally necessary, typically when physical symptoms such as back, neck, or shoulder pain are present, or there is skin irritation beneath the breasts. Coverage is subject to a minimum tissue removal threshold, and a family physician referral is required. Cosmetic reductions do not qualify.
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Breast reconstruction restores breast shape and appearance following mastectomy or significant tissue loss, most often after cancer treatment. Good candidates are generally patients in good overall health who have completed or are planning treatment. Timing and technique are determined in coordination with your oncology team, as reconstruction can be immediate or delayed.
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Most patients return to light daily activities within one to two weeks after breast surgery, with exercise and full physical activity typically resuming around the four- to six-week mark. Healing timelines vary by procedure and individual. A personalized recovery plan is provided during your preoperative consultation so you know what to expect.
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It depends on the technique and how much glandular tissue was involved. Patients who have had a breast lift or augmentation in Edmonton often breastfeed successfully, though outcomes depend on incision type and implant placement. Reduction carries a greater risk, including reduced supply or inability to produce milk if the nipple was detached and grafted.