BREAST AUGMENTATION
REFINE YOUR SILHOUETTE WITH BREAST IMPLANTS AND NATURAL FAT TRANSFER
BREAST AUGMENTATION: IMPLANT TYPES AND OPTIONS
BREAST AUGMENTATION IMPLANT PLACEMENT
POST-CHILDBIRTH BREAST AUGMENTATION
Breast augmentation is among the most requested cosmetic procedures at Cross Medical Group in Philadelphia and Villanova. This breast surgery helps patients enhance their shape, restore volume, and feel more confident in their appearance. Led by Philadelphia-area plastic surgeons Dr. Kevin Cross and Dr. Jackie Lyons, our practice specializes in advanced breast augmentation techniques designed to deliver natural-looking, personalized results. Whether you’re considering breast augmentation for the first time or looking to refine previous results, our team provides expert guidance every step of the way.
Also known as augmentation mammaplasty, breast augmentation is a highly versatile procedure that can address a wide range of concerns. Many women choose breast augmentation after pregnancy and breastfeeding to restore lost fullness, while others turn to breast augmentation to correct asymmetry or achieve better overall proportion. Breast augmentation is also an effective solution for patients who have experienced volume loss due to weight changes, aging, or menopause, helping the chest appear fuller, lifted, and more youthful.
Modern breast augmentation offers more options than ever before. Traditional breast augmentation with implants remains a popular and reliable choice, while fat transfer breast augmentation has emerged as a natural alternative. This technique uses your body’s own fat to enhance breast volume, creating subtle, soft, and beautifully contoured results. In many cases, breast augmentation can also combine implants with fat transfer to further refine shape and improve symmetry.
With so many customizable options available, breast augmentation can be tailored to match each patient’s unique anatomy and aesthetic goals. At Cross Medical Group, every breast augmentation procedure is carefully planned to achieve balanced, natural-looking results that complement your body and enhance your confidence.
BREAST AUGMENTATION OVERVIEW
Breast augmentation is typically performed as an outpatient procedure. Procedure times vary greatly from patient to patient depending on surgical plan and anatomy.
Most patients are able to return to work within a few days, with regular exercise and daily activities resuming in as little as two weeks.
When breast implants are part of the breast augmentation, Dr. Cross or Dr. Lyons create small, carefully placed incisions in areas where scars will be minimally visible. These incisions are usually no longer than the width of two fingers, making them virtually imperceptible. The implants are then positioned above or below the chest muscle, depending on each patient’s anatomy and desired outcome, before the incisions are closed.
For patients choosing fat grafting as part of their breast augmentation, the surgeons meticulously harvest fat from donor areas such as the thighs, flanks, or abdomen. The fat cells are carefully processed to ensure purity and viability, then strategically injected into the breasts to enhance volume, shape, and symmetry. Proper handling of the fat is crucial to maintain cell integrity, allowing the transferred fat to establish a healthy blood supply and achieve natural-looking results.
Thanks to the advanced techniques used by Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons, patients generally experience only mild to moderate discomfort after breast augmentation. For those receiving implants under the chest muscles, a temporary feeling of tightness in the chest is common as the body adjusts to the new contours. Overall, breast augmentation at Cross Medical Group is designed to maximize both safety and aesthetic results, providing patients with beautifully natural, lasting outcomes.
BREAST AUGMENTATION: IMPLANT TYPES AND OPTIONS
As of 2026, patients considering breast augmentation have more implant options than ever to achieve their ideal size, shape, and feel. The most commonly used implants in the United States remain smooth, round, and silicone-filled, providing a natural look and soft, lifelike texture. At Cross Medical Group, Dr. Kevin Cross and Dr. Jackie Lyons frequently use silicone implants, while also offering saline implants for patients who prefer them. The choice of implant depends on each patient’s anatomy, goals, and lifestyle, making a personalized consultation essential for planning breast augmentation.
During a breast augmentation consultation, Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons help patients select the implant type, size, and shape that will provide the most natural and proportionate results.
Breast augmentation with silicone implants is safe and well-studied. While silicone implants were temporarily unavailable in the U.S. from the 1990s through 2006 due to safety concerns, large studies on thousands of women showed no link between silicone implants and autoimmune-like symptoms. Since their reintroduction, silicone implants have remained a trusted choice for breast augmentation. In 2026, they continue to provide predictable, long-lasting, and natural-looking results for patients seeking enhanced breast shape and volume.
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Contact us to receive expert guidance on breast augmentation in Philadelphia and Villanova. Schedule a breast augmentation consultation today by calling Cross Medical Group at (215) 561-9100 (Philadelphia) or (610) 688-9100 (Villanova), or send a message online.
BREAST AUGMENTATION IMPLANT PLACEMENT
Patients choosing breast augmentation with implants at Cross Medical Group work closely with Dr. Kevin Cross and Dr. Jackie Lyons to determine the ideal implant placement for their body and aesthetic goals. During breast augmentation, implants can be positioned either directly under the natural breast tissue, known as subglandular placement, or beneath the pectoralis major muscle, known as submuscular placement. Both options provide distinct advantages, and the choice is tailored to each patient’s anatomy a nd desired results.
Subglandular placement positions the implant above the chest muscle, which can enhance breast shape and definition, making it an excellent option for breast augmentation patients with less natural breast contour. This placement minimizes the effect of chest muscle movement on the implant, allowing the breast augmentation to maintain its shape even during exercise or everyday activities.
Submuscular placement, with the implant situated under the pectoralis major muscle, helps soften the appearance of the implant and creates a more natural silhouette for patients with minimal breast tissue. This approach also facilitates breast cancer screening in high-risk patients, as the implant is positioned beneath the muscle and does not interfere with mammograms or other imaging.
During breast augmentation surgery, Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons create small, discreet incisions to insert the implants. Incisions may be made in the inframammary fold (under the breast), along the areola, or in the armpit. Each technique has unique benefits: the underarm approach avoids incisions on the breast itself, while inframammary and areolar incisions often allow for precise placement and long - term stability of the breast augmentation results.
Breast augmentation with silicone implants is safe and well-studied. While silicone implants were temporarily unavailable in the U.S. from the 1990s through 2006 due to safety concerns, large studies on thousands of women showed no link between silicone implants and autoimmune-like symptoms. Since their reintroduction, silicone implants have remained a trusted choice for breast augmentation. In 2026, they continue to provide predictable, long-lasting, and natural-looking results for patients seeking enhanced breast shape and volume.
For patients undergoing breast augmentation in combination with a breast lift, the lift incision can also serve as the entry point for the implant. This dual approach allows Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons to simultaneously restore volume and address sagging, providing natural, balanced, and long-lasting breast augmentation results tailored to each patient’s goals.
POST-CHILDBIRTH BREAST AUGMENTATION
While all breast augmentation procedures enhance breast volume, post-childbirth breast augmentation is treated as a specialized approach by Dr. Kevin Cross and Dr. Jackie Lyons. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can significantly change the shape, volume, and texture of the breasts, creating unique challenges that require customized strategies for optimal breast augmentation results. At Cross Medical Group in Philadelphia, post-childbirth breast augmentation focuses on restoring natural shape, balance, and proportion to help patients regain confidence in their appearance.
After pregnancy and breastfeeding, breasts may stretch, lose volume, or change in firmness due to the expansion of glandular tissue and the effects of lactation. Skin and ligaments may not return fully to their pre-pregnancy state, making a standard breast augmentation insufficient for some patients. Many patients benefit from a combination of techniques, such as a breast lift paired with implants, fat transfer, or both, to restore fullness while correcting sagging. Breast reduction may also be incorporated when needed to achieve a harmonious breast shape.
During the consultation for post-childbirth breast augmentation, Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons carefully evaluate each patient’s anatomy, goals, and desired outcome. This ensures that the breast augmentation plan is tailored to the individual, providing the best long-term aesthetic results. By combining expert surgical techniques with personalized planning, post-childbirth breast augmentation at Cross Medical Group helps patients reclaim the natural contours and symmetry of their pre-pregnancy body.
*Results May Vary
Before & After Photo Gallery
See for yourself the patient transformations that can be achieved by Dr. Cross, Dr. Lyons, and their team.
BREAST AUGMENTATION FAQS
Selecting the right size and shape for breast augmentation depends on your body type, aesthetic goals, and lifestyle. During your consultation, Dr. Kevin Cross or Dr. Jackie Lyons will guide you through options for implant profiles, projections, and shapes , or discuss how fat transfer can achieve natural contours. This ensures that your breast augmentation complements your overall figure and creates a balanced, proportional appearance.
Visual tools and sizing simulations are often used to help you envision potential outcomes. Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons consider factors such as chest width, existing breast tissue, and desired fullness to recommend a breast augmentation plan that is both safe and aesthetically harmonious, giving patients confidence in their decision.
Breast augmentation enhances size, shape, and symmetry, helping patients achieve a balanced and proportionate silhouette. Many women choose breast augmentation to restore volume lost after pregnancy, weight changes, or aging, or to achieve their desired contours and curves.
Beyond aesthetic enhancement, breast augmentation often increases self-confidence and satisfaction with one’s body. By creating natural-looking, customized results, Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons ensure that each patient’s breast augmentation complements their overall proportions and lifestyle.
Good candidates for breast augmentation are women in generally good health who are seeking to enhance the size or shape of their breasts. Many patients pursue breast augmentation to restore volume lost after pregnancy or weight fluctuations, correct asymmetry, or achieve a more proportionate appearance in relation to their overall figure. Candidates should have realistic expectations and be committed to following pre- and post-operative care instructions.
Breast augmentation may also be an excellent option for women considering a Mommy Makeover, where the procedure is combined with other body-contouring surgeries to restore pre-pregnancy contours. Patients should discuss their goals, lifestyle, and medical history during a consultation so that Dr. Cross or Dr. Lyons can determine the safest and most effective approach to breast augmentation for their unique needs.
After breast augmentation, patients can enjoy the enhanced shape, symmetry, and proportion that implants provide. While breast implants can slightly change how mammograms are performed, specialized imaging techniques, such as Eklund views, allow for clear visualization of breast tissue. Research shows that women with breast implants have similar rates of breast cancer detection and outcomes as those without implants, ensuring that routine screenings remain effective and reliable.
Breast augmentation is also compatible with breastfeeding for most women. Studies indicate that while trace amounts of silicone may be present in breast milk, these levels are significantly lower than those found in formula or bottled milk, and many patients can successfully breastfeed after surgery. Overall, breast augmentation helps patients restore or enhance the areas they cannot change naturally, promoting confidence and satisfaction with their body proportions and appearance.
BREAST AUGMENTATION AND PATIENT SATISFACTION
Dr. Kevin Cross and Dr. Jackie Lyons both have a goal of maximizing patient satisfaction, so they take choosing the right size and dimension of breast implants very seriously. Patients will work closely with them throughout the meticulous process of selecting the ideal implant. This starts with a thorough discussion during your initial consultation, which helps them to get a clear picture of your aesthetic desires. After this, they will conduct a physical examination that includes taking measurements of the breasts and other features. They will also take scans for the Vectra Imaging System, which creates three-dimensional images that allow patients to see what their body could realistically look like after the surgery. Access to various types of simulated implants allows you to "try on" different sizes and explore other variables in order to more easily envision your ultimate ideal look.
Dr. Cross and Dr. Lyons also use the consultation as an opportunity to present breast augmentation before-and-after photos, all chosen to reveal images of patients with a similar body type and cosmetic goals to the patient. While reviewing these breast augmentation before-and-after photos, patients will be able to see real-world examples of the results of surgery at Cross Medical Group.
ADDITIONAL SURGICAL SOLUTIONS BEYOND BREAST AUGMENTATION
Breast augmentation is a cornerstone procedure at Cross Medical Group, offering patients the ability to enhance breast size, shape, and symmetry. Dr. Kevin Cross and Dr. Jackie Lyons also provide a full range of breast surgery options to meet diverse patient needs. Alongside breast augmentation, they perform breast reduction surgery for patients seeking to reduce volume and improve comfort, as well as gynecomastia surgery for men who wish to address excess breast tissue and achieve a more masculine chest contour.
In many cases, breast augmentation can be combined with other procedures as part of a Mommy Makeover. This comprehensive approach helps patients restore the shape and proportions of their pre-pregnancy body. Breast augmentation is often paired with liposuction, a tummy tuck to flatten the abdomen, and other surgical or nonsurgical treatments to achieve balanced, natural-looking results.
With breast augmentation at the center of these customized plans, Cross Medical Group provides patients with safe, effective, and highly personalized solutions to enhance confidence and achieve their aesthetic goals.
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION
Contact Cross Aesthetics to learn more about the benefits of breast augmentation in Philadelphia (215) 561-9100 or Main Line's Villanova (610) 688-9100. You can also send a message online to inquire about a consultation with Dr. Kevin Cross or Dr. Jackie Lyons, or for more details.
