Year after year, breast augmentation continuously remains one of the most popular plastic surgeries in the United States and worldwide. Hundreds of thousands of women choose implants each year to enhance their breast shape, restore volume after pregnancy or weight loss, and achieve better body balance. Beyond the physical transformation, countless studies highlight the positive impact breast augmentation can have on a woman’s self-esteem and confidence, with up to 98% of women reporting their results met or exceeded expectations.
At Edina Plastic Surgery, our team of board-certified plastic surgeons is regionally renowned and nationally recognized for their expertise in breast augmentation surgery. Together, they bring decades of experience and advanced surgical skill to the table, and have consistently been named among Minneapolis’s top doctors by both patients and peers. Our plastic surgeons are leaders in delivering natural-looking breast augmentation results that enhance, not overpower, your unique figure. Patients across Minnesota and Wisconsin trust Edina Plastic Surgery for their personalized, thoughtful approach, combining artistry with the latest innovations to achieve results that look and feel beautifully natural.
Unfortunately, misinformation about breast augmentation can sometimes cause unnecessary hesitation or even fear for those considering surgery. It’s essential to separate fact from fiction and address the most common myths surrounding recovery, implant safety, longevity, and physical activity after breast surgery. At Edina Plastic Surgery, we believe in empowering you to make an informed decision about whether breast augmentation truly fits your lifestyle. Our plastic surgeons are here to answer all your questions until you feel confident and secure in the decision that’s right for you!
Myth 1: Recovery Always Takes Weeks of Downtime
Recovery from breast augmentation is far more manageable than many of our patients expect at Edina Plastic Surgery. While it’s true that every patient heals differently, most women are back to desk work, errands, and light daily activities that respect movement restrictions within about a week to ten days after surgery. Light walking is encouraged soon after your procedure to promote circulation and reduce swelling. Strenuous activity, like high-intensity workouts, running, or heavy lifting (including children!), is usually postponed for about six weeks to allow the tissues to heal properly and not strain incisions. Thanks to refined surgical techniques, meticulous planning, and careful postoperative care, patients at Edina Plastic Surgery are often surprised by how smooth and comfortable their recovery feels compared to what they imagined or may have heard or seen online.
Myth 2: Implants Don’t Last. The Risk of Rupture Is High
While breast implants aren’t considered “lifetime devices,” they are designed to be long-lasting, durable, natural-looking, and safe. Modern silicone gel implants are manufactured with multi-layered shells and advanced gel technology that significantly minimizes the risk of rupture or leakage. Many patients enjoy their implants for well over a decade before considering a replacement, most often due to lifestyle changes or aesthetic preferences rather than medical necessity.
We use only FDA-approved saline and silicone gel implants at Edina Plastic Surgery. In addition to your choice of saline or silicone, breast implants come in varied shapes and sizes that can be customized to meet your needs.
Saline Implants – Saline breast implants offer a safe, accessible, and cost-effective option for many women considering breast augmentation. Filled with a sterile saltwater solution, these implants provide peace of mind in the rare event that a rupture occurs because your body naturally reabsorbs the saline, and the implant visibly deflates, making it easy to detect. Saline implants are an excellent choice for women seeking an affordable option with straightforward monitoring. They are FDA-approved for patients over the age of 18.
Silicone Implants – Silicone breast implants are often chosen for their soft, natural feel and beautifully realistic results. Today’s fifth-generation silicone implants, frequently called “gummy bear” implants, are made of a cohesive, form-stable gel that mimics the density of natural breast tissue while maintaining its shape. This advanced design makes them less prone to rippling, making them especially beneficial for women who are slender or have smaller breasts. While silicone implants typically involve a higher investment and require periodic imaging to monitor for rare “silent ruptures,” their unparalleled ability to look and feel like natural breast tissue has made them the most popular choice worldwide. Silicone implants are FDA-approved for patients over the age of 22.
Myth 3: Breast Augmentation Ruins Your Active Lifestyle
Many women worry that breast implants will prevent them from comfortably participating in their favorite sports, fitness routines, or even daily parenting activities. In reality, once recovery is complete, most patients return to the same level of physical activity they enjoyed before surgery, whether that means yoga, running, weightlifting, or swimming. Your plastic surgeon will guide you in selecting the implant type, size, profile, and placement that aligns with your body type and activity level, ensuring your results feel natural and don’t hinder physical movement. Many Edina Plastic Surgery breast augmentation patients actually say their procedure enhanced their confidence at the gym or in a swimsuit, allowing them to feel even more comfortable in their active lifestyles.
Myth 4: All Implants Feel and Look the Same
Breast implants are not one-size-fits-all. Patients can choose from different sizes, shapes, profiles, and materials to achieve results that complement their natural body proportions and aesthetic preferences. For example, round implants can provide a fuller look, while anatomical “teardrop” shaped implants may create a more subtle, natural-looking slope to the breasts. The consistency of the silicone gel also affects how implants feel to the touch. Firmer gels provide more structure, while softer gels more closely mimic natural breast tissue. During your consultation at Edina Plastic Surgery, you will have the opportunity to try on different shapes and sizes of implants and even preview your potential results with our Vectra XT 3-D imaging software! These measures help ensure the final outcome from surgery feels like the perfect fit for your body, lifestyle, and goals.
Myth 5: Implants Are Unsafe and Have a High Risk of Complications
Like any surgical procedure, breast augmentation carries some risks. These can include infection, changes in nipple sensation, and the formation of scar tissue around the implant. However, these risks are rare, and choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive breast surgery experience is one of the most important steps you can take to minimize them. At Edina Plastic Surgery, our safety protocols, surgical techniques, and individualized surgical planning all contribute to excellent outcomes and extremely low complication rates.
Myth 6: You Can’t Breastfeed After Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation does not automatically prevent a woman from breastfeeding in the future. In fact, many women successfully nurse their babies after surgery. The ability to breastfeed is more dependent on surgical approach and individual anatomy than the presence of implants. Incisions placed in the breast fold or under the arm are less likely to disrupt milk ducts than those made around the areola. At Edina Plastic Surgery, your surgeon will discuss your personal goals, including the possibility of future breastfeeding, when planning your procedure.
Myth 7: Breast Augmentation Is Just Vanity
While breast augmentation can undoubtedly enhance your appearance, the motivation goes far deeper than aesthetics for many women. Restoring volume lost after pregnancy or weight changes, correcting asymmetry, or achieving body proportions that feel more balanced can significantly improve self-confidence and emotional well-being. Our patients often share that breast augmentation not only helped them feel better in clothing and swimwear, but also in their overall approach to life. At Edina Plastic Surgery, the goal is never to change who you are; it’s to help you feel like the most confident version of yourself.
The Latest Advancements in Breast Implants
Today’s breast implants are more advanced than ever, offering women options that are safer, softer, and more natural in appearance. Innovations in implant design, materials, and surgical techniques mean patients no longer need to compromise between aesthetics and safety.
One of the most exciting advancements at Edina Plastic Surgery is Motiva® Breast Implants, which represent a new generation of technology in breast augmentation. Motiva implants are engineered with several unique features:
- SmoothSilk® Surface: Designed to reduce friction against surrounding tissue, lowering the risk of complications like capsular contracture.
- Ergonomix® Design: Implants that adapt their shape with movement, round when lying down, teardrop when standing, for results that look and behave like natural breast tissue.
- TrueMonobloc+® and ProgressiveGel® Technology: Enhances implant strength, flexibility, and longevity while maintaining a soft, natural feel.
At Edina Plastic Surgery, offering the most advanced implant options ensures every patient can achieve results that are not only beautiful but also aligned with their lifestyle, comfort, and long-term goals.
Why Choose Edina Plastic Surgery for Your Breast Augmentation?
Choosing breast augmentation also means selecting a plastic surgeon and surgical team you can trust. Edina Plastic Surgery brings a decades-long legacy of excellence to the Twin Cities and beyond, with board-certified, award-winning surgeons known for natural-looking results, meticulous safety standards, and a genuinely patient-first approach. From consultation to recovery, you’ll feel supported by a practice that has shaped and continually elevates the standard of breast augmentation surgery in Minnesota.
- Dr. Brian Kobienia, MD, FACS — A board-certified plastic surgeon trained at the University of Minnesota with decades of experience, Dr. Kobienia is known for his calm, compassionate demeanor and results that restore balance and confidence.
- Dr. Nathan Leigh, MD, FACS — A long-standing Mpls. St.Paul Magazine “Top Doctor,” Dr. Leigh is recognized for his refined technique, symmetrical, natural results, and a strong focus on patient education, so you feel informed at every step.
- Dr. Michael Philbin, MD, FACS — Dual board certifications (General Surgery and Plastic Surgery) and multiple Top Doctor honors reflect Dr. Philbin’s precision, safety-first planning, and consistently beautiful outcomes.
- Dr. Robert Wilke, MD, FACS — With dual board certifications and repeated Top Doctor recognitions, including “Top Doctors for Women,” Dr. Wilke is celebrated for natural, youthful-looking results and leadership within the regional aesthetic community.
- Dr. Christine Stewart, MD, FACS — Board-certified and renowned for blending engineering-level planning with surgical artistry, Dr. Stewart pairs innovative techniques with an approachable, empowering style of care.
Confidence Begins With a Conversation!
If you’ve been considering breast augmentation, trust your journey to the experienced hands of the surgeons at Edina Plastic Surgery. Their unmatched expertise, commitment to safety, and dedication to natural-looking results set them apart as leaders in the field. Take the first step toward greater confidence in your body by scheduling your complimentary consultation today.
Call or text our office at (952) 925-1765 to schedule or book your consultation online. We’re here to help you feel empowered, informed, and excited about your future, and we can’t wait to partner with you!
