Body Augmentation Surgery Specialist for Women in Bay Area, Los Gatos CA

It is difficult to achieve and maintain your ideal figure because of pregnancy, weight changes, genetics, gravity, and daily pressures. Women who need a little assistance getting the features they desire can benefit from a number of breast and body augmentation procedures offered by board-certified surgeon Dr. Eric Li at CA Aesthetics. For more information, contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 555 Knowles Drive, Suite 218 Los Gatos, CA 95032. We serve clients from Los Gatos CA, Campbell CA, Saratoga CA, Cupertino CA, San Jose CA, Mountain View CA, and surrounding areas.

Body Augmentation Specialist Near Me in Los Gatos CA

For patients who desire specific enhancement of their muscular contours, Body Augmentation Surgery with silicone implants or fat grafting can be used to achieve their goals. Muscles can be smaller or missing due to congenital conditions, previous trauma, or other reasons. Muscles which can be enhanced include the pectoralis major (chest), biceps (arm), triceps (arm), gluteal (buttock), and calf (leg) muscles. At the time of your consultation, Dr. Li will analyze your body in detail and discuss whether Body Augmentation Surgery is a good option for you.

The procedure varies according to the site of body augmentation, but generally involves placement of a shaped silicone implant or fat grafts above or inside the muscle, to create the effect of a larger muscle without altering its function. Access incisions are usually kept in hidden areas (e.g. knee creases, elbow creases) to camouflage them. Of note, silicone implants can be custom-made with 3D imaging if desired, for best match to your body.

WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE SURGERY

You will be evaluated by Dr. Li at the time of your initial consultation to determine if Body Augmentation Surgery is the best option for you
You will be required to quit smoking and oral contraceptives 4 weeks before surgery
You will need to complete testing before surgery, which may include a physical with your PCP/primary physician, blood work, and an ECG
Prescriptions for your surgery will be sent to your local pharmacy, please obtain these medications ahead of time and bring them to your surgery
A deposit is required to secure your surgery date
Full payment is required 2 weeks before surgery; payment options include cash, cashier’s check, or credit through Alphaeon or CareCredit

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER SURGERY

General anesthesia can sometimes cause generalized body soreness and fatigue for a couple of days
Maximum discomfort will occur in the first few days after surgery and gradually improve
You will not be allowed to engage in any significant exercise (e.g. running, lifting weights) for 4 weeks
You will be provided a compression garment to wear; it is recommended that you wear this for 6 weeks to help shape your body and minimize swelling
You may experience temporary bruising, swelling, numbness, or a burning sensation involving your surgical area; bruising and swelling takes several weeks to improve; numbness takes a couple months to normalize
Scars may be red and firm for approximately 6 months before they soften and fade