Breast Augmentation
Serving Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale, Bentonville, and the Northwest Arkansas area
Serving Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale, Bentonville, and the Northwest Arkansas area
If you’ve been considering a more proportionate or fuller breast shape, breast augmentation offers a way to align your appearance with how you feel inside. Whether you’ve always wanted more volume or have noticed changes after pregnancy or weight loss, this procedure can restore or enhance your natural contours. At Michael Spann, MD, our approach to breast augmentation is personal, refined, and focused on what’s right for you.
Dr. Spann is a board-certified plastic surgeon with many years of experience delivering natural-looking, long-lasting results. From your first consultation, you’ll receive thoughtful guidance and a clear understanding of your options, whether you’re considering breast implants, fat transfer, or a combination approach. If you're ready to explore what feels possible, we welcome you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Spann at our Little Rock or Fayetteville location.
Creates fuller, more balanced breast contours
Choose from saline implants, silicone implants, or fat transfer based on your goals
Most patients return to light activity in 3–5 days
Breast implants are durable and can last many years with proper care
Dr. Spann prioritizes proportion, softness, and harmony
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Breast augmentation is designed to increase the size or improve the shape of the breasts using implants or fat transfer. Many women choose breast augmentation to create better symmetry, restore lost volume after pregnancy or weight loss, or simply to feel more confident in their silhouette. At Michael Spann, MD, breast augmentation is always tailored to your specific body, preferences, and lifestyle. We help you choose the right type of implant, placement, and incision to ensure beautiful, proportionate results that still feel like you.
Your surgical options for breast augmentation include:
Saline implants - Saline breast implants are filled with a sterile saltwater solution. They’re inserted empty and then filled once in place, which allows for a slightly smaller incision. They provide a firmer feel and are a good option for those who prefer a structured, rounder look.
Silicone implants - Silicone breast implants come pre-filled with a cohesive silicone gel that closely mimics the softness and movement of natural breast tissue. They’re often chosen for their more natural feel and appearance, especially in patients with less natural breast volume.
Fat transfer breast augmentation - For those looking to enhance their breast volume without implants, fat transfer breast augmentation may be an option. This approach uses your body’s own fat cells, typically harvested through liposuction from areas like the abdomen or thighs, and then carefully injected into the breasts to create a subtle, natural increase in volume. This method can be ideal for patients seeking modest enhancement and refined shaping, with the added benefit of body contouring in the donor area.
The breast augmentation procedure is performed under general anesthesia in our AAAASF-accredited surgery center. For augmentation using breast implants, Dr. Spann begins by placing incisions in discreet locations, such as along the breast crease or around the areola, depending on your anatomy and implant type. Implants are then placed either above or below the chest muscle based on what will provide the most natural look and feel based on your anatomy.
If you're receiving a fat transfer instead of implants, Dr. Spann will first perform liposuction to take fat from an area like the abdomen or flanks. He will then purify the fat and strategically inject it into the breasts to add volume.
Most surgeries take about 1–2 hours, and you’ll return home the same day with a supportive bra and clear post-op instructions. From start to finish, our team is focused on your safety, comfort, and results.
Breast augmentation is ideal for improving a range of concerns, including:
Whether you're looking to enhance, restore, or balance your shape, a personalized breast augmentation procedure can help bring your outward appearance in line with how you want to feel.
The most obvious benefit of breast augmentation is fuller, more proportionate breasts, but the physical change is only part of it. After achieving a more balanced breast size, many women report feeling more confident in fitted clothing, swimsuits, and during daily activities. For others, it’s about restoring something they feel they’ve lost after life changes. With Dr. Spann’s approach, the goal is never to create an exaggerated look but to highlight what already makes you feel beautiful in a way that’s refined and lasting.
Candidates for breast augmentation surgery should be non-smokers who are in good general health. Having breast augmentation is a personal choice and should be something you do for yourself, not because of outside pressure. Dr. Spann will take time to understand your goals, review your medical history, and walk you through your options so you can make a confident, informed choice.
Following their breast augmentation procedure, most patients return to light activity within 3–5 days. You’ll wear a supportive bra to reduce swelling and assist in healing. You will need to avoid strenuous exercise and lifting anything heavy for approximately 4–6 weeks.
We’ll walk you through everything you need to know, from how to care for your incisions to what changes to expect as your swelling subsides. Our thoughtful recovery plans include anti-inflammatory medication and nerve blocks to improve comfort and reduce reliance on narcotics. Lymphatic massage is used to support good healing and reduce inflammation. Dr. Spann will check your healing at post-op visits, and our team is always available for questions so you’re never navigating recovery alone.
Final breast augmentation results typically take shape within a few months, with implants settling naturally and incisions continuing to fade. Your outcome is designed to feel beautifully proportioned and natural to your frame.
The results of breast augmentation often go beyond physical enhancement. They can positively influence how you feel in your clothes, how you carry yourself, and how comfortably you move through your daily life. Once swelling subsides and your body adjusts to its new shape, most patients notice a renewed sense of confidence and ease in their appearance.
Dr. Michael Spann is an experienced double board-certified plastic surgeon with an unwavering commitment to personalized care. From your initial consultation to your final results, you’ll experience care that’s tailored, personal, and rooted in long-standing trust. We take time to understand your goals, answer your questions, and design a plan that aligns with your unique shape and vision. Whether you're seeking subtle enhancement or a more noticeable change, the outcome is a balanced, refined silhouette that feels fully your own. Schedule your consultation today to explore your options.
Dr. Spann’s goal is always to create subtle, proportional enhancement that complements your frame. Implant selection, placement, and technique are carefully chosen to avoid an overdone look.
We offer saline and silicone gel breast implants, each with its own benefits. Silicone implants tend to offer a more more natural feel. On the other hand, saline breast implants can often be placed using a smaller incision, and ruptures to these implants are more easily detected. Dr. Spann will help you decide which option fits best with your goals and anatomy.
Fat transfer may be a good choice if you want a modest increase in volume and have enough donor fat available. It’s also an option for refining shape or correcting minor asymmetries. During your consultation, we’ll assess whether this method can achieve your desired results.
Implants are designed to be long-lasting, but they are not lifetime devices. Barring any complications, most patients will enjoy their results for 10–20 years, sometimes longer, depending on their lifestyle, body changes, and the type of implant used.
If you have sagging breasts or loss of elasticity, a breast lift may be combined with augmentation to elevate the position of the breast and improve shape. This is often discussed during your planning if needed.
Dr. Spann places incisions in discreet areas, such as along the breast crease or around the areola. While some scarring is inevitable, scars generally fade significantly over time and are easy to conceal.
Most patients feel ready to return to work within 3–7 days, depending on the nature of their job. You’ll need to avoid heavy lifting or intense activity for several weeks.
Breast implants do not prevent you from getting mammograms or necessarily from breastfeeding, though implant placement and type may influence these factors. We’ll discuss any concerns thoroughly during your consultation.
Costs vary depending on the extent of your surgery and whether additional procedures are incorporated. During your initial consultation, we’ll walk you through a detailed quote and discuss any available financing options. At Little Rock Plastic Surgery, we offer flexible payment options through CareCredit and Alphaeon Credit.
