*Includes surgical, anesthesia, and OR fees, implants, and post-surgical garments
Breast augmentation is an art and a science requiring expertise and an aesthetic eye to master. Dr. Armando Soto is a board-certified plastic surgeon with fellowship training in advanced breast surgery and decades of experience. His understanding of balance, beauty, and proportion enables him to create the breast size and shape that enhances each patient’s figure seamlessly.
Discover how Dr. Soto can help you feel more beautiful and confident with breast augmentation in Orlando, Florida, using the latest breast implants, fat transfer, or a combination of the two.
Breast Augmentation Expertise for Metro Orlando & Beyond
Dr. Armando Soto delivers beautiful and natural-looking results for breast augmentation patients from throughout the Orlando metro region and across Florida. Some of the more common communities he serves include:
Winter Park
Winter Garden
Kissimmee
Sanford
“Dr. Soto is amazing. I was very nervous going into the process of having a Breast Augmentation, but after the first visit, I knew I picked the right doctor. He listened to everything I wanted and was professional and kind about everything. His staff is amazing and feel like lifetime friends. Thank you so much for my new found confidence!”
– E.M.
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What Is Breast Augmentation and Is It Right for You?
Breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure used to create fuller, more shapely breasts with breast implants. Some people refer to the procedure as a “boob job.” At our Orlando practice, breast augmentation candidates should be in good overall health and looking for any of the following benefits:
Fill out naturally small breasts
Replace volume lost due to pregnancy, weight loss, or aging
Correct asymmetry in breast size or shape
Reshape tubular breasts
How Is Breast Augmentation Performed?
Dr. Soto performs breast augmentation as an outpatient procedure using a general anesthetic. He first creates a space for each breast implant, called the pocket, either directly behind the breast tissue (subglandular) or underneath the chest muscle (submuscular). Once the implants are in place and Dr. Soto has achieved the desired results, he closes the incisions with sutures and surgical tape. The entire surgery takes around 1 to 3 hours to complete.
What Are the Best Options for Breast Implants?
No two women are exactly alike, so the “best” breast implants vary. Dr. Soto will walk you through the following choices to help you select the breast implants that are flattering, natural-looking, and achieve the look you want.
Size
Implant sizes are measured in volume (cc), not bra cup size. To determine the size that will provide the look you want, Dr. Soto accounts for your:
Existing breast tissue
Frame
Desired breast size
The same size implant can look very different on women with different body proportions.
Fill Material
Breast implants are filled with either saline (saltwater) or silicone gel.
Silicone is most popular, provides a natural look and feel, and is a good choice for patients who are thinner.
Saline is more affordable, filled after placement, and makes a leak easy to detect.
Each type has its own unique benefits depending on your cosmetic goals.
Profile
This option influences how far the implant projects from the chest and generally ranges from low to high.
Low-profile implants may look well-balanced on women with wider frames. High-profile implants may be better suited for individuals with narrower frames.
Dr. Soto will help you select the right profile for your body and your goals.
Dr. Armando Soto
Dr. Soto is a board-certified plastic surgeon who brings an exceptional level of attention, skill, and integrity to every patient and procedure. For more than 15 years, he has helped Orlando women and men look and feel fabulous using innovative yet proven surgical and nonsurgical options. As a well-respected plastic surgeon, Dr. Soto is a member of leading professional associations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and The Aesthetic Society.
Breast implant incisions depend on the patient’s preferences and the kind of implant used. While the inframammary incision is most common, Dr. Soto offers multiple options that achieve different looks and results.
Inframammary
Placed along the breast crease.
Scar small and well concealed.
Common for saline and silicone implants.
Provides direct access for implant placement.
Periareolar
Placed along the lower edge of the areola (the darkened skin surrounding the nipple).
Scar well concealed by skin color contrast.
Allows direct access for implant placement.
May impact ability to breastfeed.
Transaxillary
Placed in a natural crease of the armpit.
Avoids scars on the breast.
Common for placing saline implants under the muscle.
Requires an endoscope during implant placement to help the surgeon see the implant pocket.
Breast Augmentation With Fat Transfer (Natural Breast Augmentation)
Women who want fuller breasts without using implants have the option of natural breast augmentation with fat transfer. This technique involves using liposuction to collect fat from areas where it builds up (such as the flanks, abdomen, and thighs), purifying it, and injecting it into the breasts. Here is a quick comparison.
Fat Transfer to the Breasts
Provides a subtle size increase (about 1 cup size)
Enhances the breasts and areas where fat is removed
Minimal scarring at liposuction and injection sites
Recovery about a week, with soreness in breasts and fat removal sites
Results are permanent, although not all of the fat survives the initial transfer
Breast Implants
Provides a small to significant size increase and more predictable shape improvement
Enhances the breasts only
Scarring concealed where it is not noticeable
Recovery about 4 to 6 weeks
Results are long lasting, although implants may require future replacement
How Long Is Breast Augmentation Recovery?
Breast augmentation recovery takes about 4 to 6 weeks. Expect some soreness in the first few days, which you can manage with either over-the-counter or prescription pain medication. Your implants may be too high or firm at first, but will soften as swelling fades and tissues relax.
While experiences vary, expect recovery to progress along the following timeline:
Day of surgery: Return home in the care of an adult. Begin taking short, light walks throughout the day.
3 to 5 days: Ready for school, nonstrenuous work and activity.
10 to 14 days: Swelling, bruising, and soreness fade.
4 to 6 weeks: Resume strenuous exercise.
3 to 6 months: Implants settle (drop and fluff). Final results attained.
12+ months: Scars fade to thin, pale lines.
Dr. Soto will provide detailed recovery instructions to help make the healing process as smooth as possible.
How Much Does Breast Augmentation Cost in Orlando?
The price of breast augmentation in the Orlando, FL, area depends on several different factors. The type of implants you choose, the complexity of the procedure, and operating fees all influence the final cost. Dr. Soto will give you a customized quote after your private consultation. We offer various financing options to help make paying for your procedure more affordable and convenient.
Can I Combine Breast Augmentation With Other Procedures?
Yes, Dr. Soto combines breast augmentation with other cosmetic procedures when it is safe to do so. Patients appreciate having multiple concerns addressed with a single surgery and recovery period. Popular options include:
Tummy tuck to remove loose skin, repair separated or bulging abdominal muscles (diastatis recti), and reshape the belly button
Liposuction to reduce areas of fat from the waist, belly, thighs, upper back, and other areas
Labiaplasty to reshape and reduce the labia for improved comfort
By combining breast and body procedures, often called a mommy makeover, Dr. Soto helps women reverse the changes of pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, and weight loss. He can walk you through your different procedure choices and help find a combination best suited for your body and goals.
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Dr. Soto's holistic approach—personalized for you
Dr. Armando Soto's approach to aesthetic care goes beyond your cosmetic goals; it considers you as a whole—mind, body, and lifestyle. His "stacked" treatment strategy combines surgical and nonsurgical treatments for a synergistic effect, along with lifestyle guidance to enhance, support, and maintain results.
Why Choose Dr. Soto's Holistic Stacked Method?
Exceptional expertise:Dr. Soto's specialized training from Johns Hopkins and Washington University and over 20 years of experience ensure expert customization.
Holistic mindset:To achieve patient goals, each treatment plan accounts for skin quality, body type, wellness habits, and available recovery time.
Superior results:With deep insight into how the body heals, Dr. Soto stacks procedures that work synergistically to achieve better results than performing them separately.
Committed support:Our dedicated team will support you before, during, and after treatment to optimize your results and well-being.
Whether you're considering body contouring or facial enhancement, Dr. Soto's stacked plans deliver transformative results while minimizing invasiveness, trips to the office, and recovery time.
For most women, round silicone implants placed under the muscle are the most natural-looking, balancing the upper and lower body.
What are gummy bear implants?
Cohesive silicone gel implants are also called gummy bear implants because, much like the colorful candy, they are soft, pliable, and hold their shape (instead of leaking) when cut apart.
How do I know if I need a breast augmentation or a breast lift?
These breast enhancement procedures address different concerns. A breast lift corrects sagging, reshapes the breasts and areolas, and elevates them on the chest; it doesn’t change breast size. Breast augmentation makes the breasts larger with an implant; it can correct mild sagging as well. Many women need a combination of breast lift and augmentation to attain full, shapely breasts after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or significant weight loss. If you’re unsure, take our quiz or meet with Dr. Soto for a personal consultation.
What if I want to remove my implants someday?
Dr. Soto performs explant surgery for women who choose to remove their breast implants without replacing them. During this surgery, a plastic surgeon usually removes the implants and the capsule of scar tissue that forms around the implants, restoring the breasts to their natural size. The procedure is often combined with breast lift surgery to address sagging.
Will my breast implants need to be replaced eventually?
Breast implants don’t last forever, although they can last for 10, 15, or even 20 years. If you’re happy with the way you look and don’t experience complications, there’s no reason to replace them before then. But at some point, most women need to replace their implants in a procedure called breast revision.
How painful is recovery after breast augmentation surgery?
Every patient’s recovery is unique. Some women have a higher tolerance for discomfort than others, and that’s true for post-surgical pain, too. Closely follow your surgeon’s post-op instructions to minimize discomfort.
Request a Consultation
If you’re interested in breast enlargement with an experienced Orlando breast surgeon, request a consultation with Dr. Soto or call
(407) 218-4550 to learn more.