Is Breast Augmentation Painful?

Many patients are surprised at how little pain they experience. The first week of recovery is the most uncomfortable, but prescribed pain medication significantly helps alleviate any discomfort. The surgery itself is performed under general anesthesia, making it completely painless.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

You will only need one surgical appointment for your breast augmentation. However, you will also need to attend about 3-4 follow-up appointments to ensure you are healing properly. The number of appointments will be discussed during your consultation.

How Long Until I See Results?

You will notice an immediate increase in volume and weight to your breasts after your surgery. The final results gradually appear over 3-6 months as swelling and bruising subside, and the implants settle into place.

How Long Do Breast Implants Last?

While implants aren’t lifetime devices, many patients enjoy their results for 10-20 years or more. Dr. Rokosz discusses implant longevity and replacement considerations during consultation.

Can Breast Augmentation Fix Asymmetry?

Yes, breast augmentation can significantly improve breast asymmetry using different implant sizes or surgical techniques. Dr. Rokosz specializes in creating balanced, natural-looking results.

What Will the Scarring Look Like?

Dr. Rokosz uses meticulous closure techniques to promote discreet, well-healed scars. Most scars fade significantly over time with proper care. You will receive personalized scar management recommendations to help optimize your results.

When Can I Exercise Again After My Breast Augmentation?

We recommend taking a scaled approach, beginning with walking after the first couple of days. Light exercise can be reintroduced after 1-2 weeks. Moderate exercise can be resumed after 3-4 weeks. You can work your way up to strenuous exercise after 6-8 weeks.

How Soon Can I Travel After Breast Surgery?

Traveling too soon after breast augmentation can increase the likelihood of risks, such as bleeding, swelling, bruising, and blood clots. While you can go on short drives within the first 7-10 days, you should hold off on flying until 10-14 days after your surgery.

What Are the Risks Associated with Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation is considered a safe and effective procedure when performed by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Rokosz. All surgical procedures carry risks, but careful planning and follow-up help support a reduced risk of complications. She will review all potential risks with you in detail during your consultation. However, like any surgery, it carries potential risks, including: Bleeding or infection Implant rupture or leakage Scarring or poor scar healing Capsular contracture (hardening of scar tissue around the implant) Changes in nipple or breast sensation (this can be temporary or permanent) Dr. Rokosz will also discuss other common concerns, including: Risk of breast cancer and ability to screen Breastfeeding and its impact on pregnancy Breast implant illness Extremely rare cancers related to textured implants (Dr. Rokosz only uses smooth implants) Need for future implant screening for rupture

How Do I Find the Best Breast Augmentation Plastic Surgeon in San Antonio?

If you’re seeking the best breast augmentation surgeon in San Antonio, Dr. Rokosz is known for listening carefully, educating her patients, and delivering natural, personalized outcomes. She is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This incredibly impressive accomplishment is awarded only to those who successfully complete rigorous oral and written exams and achieve the highest results. Another way to find the best breast augmentation plastic surgeon is to read patient reviews. This helps you get a firsthand sense of what real people feel about her performance.

What's the Difference Between Over-The-Muscle and Under-The-Muscle Implant Placement?

Under-the-muscle placement often provides additional soft tissue coverage and may improve implant camouflage in certain patients.

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Introduction to Breast Augmentation in San Antonio

If you’re looking to increase the size of your breasts or restore lost volume after weight loss, pregnancy, or aging, breast augmentation in San Antonio may be the ideal solution. Dr. Jennifer Rokosz offers a personalized approach to breast enhancement, helping you feel empowered, informed, and excited about your results. She specializes in achieving beautiful, balanced results that complement your natural anatomy and personal goals.

Wondering about the breast augmentation cost in San Antonio? Or how long will the recovery take? Below, we answer your most common questions and explain what to expect every step of the way.

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What is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation, or augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance breast size and shape using saline or silicone implants, often recommended after pregnancy, weight loss, or due to genetics.¹

Options also include fat transfer breast augmentation alongside implant-based enhancement.

Every breast augmentation is completely unique. A combination of factors is considered when creating a surgical plan to make it unique, including the implant type, size, shape, and placement, as well as incision placement and other anatomical and health factors.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses liposuction to harvest fat from other areas of the body and inject it into the breasts to add natural volume, compared with implant-based breast enhancement. The approach is typically chosen by individuals who want a subtle, natural-looking enhancement that feels softer. They also have the advantage of contouring and refining the donor area, such as the flanks, thighs, or abdomen. This option also appeals to patients who want enhancement without implants altogether.

What Sets Dr. Rokosz Apart as the Premier Breast Augmentation Surgeon in San Antonio?

She is Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital
She is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
Plastic Surgery Residency Site Director for the South Texas Veterans Health Care System
She is the Chair of the Clinical Competency Committee for the Plastic Surgery Residency
Dr. Rokosz further honed her skills through intensive general and plastic surgery residency programs at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV, and the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX.

She is Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
Within her plastic surgery practice, Dr. Rokosz performs both aesthetic surgery and reconstructive procedures.

Dr. Rokosz is a trusted cosmetic surgeon for breast and body procedures and a respected leader in plastic surgery in San Antonio.

Breast Augmentation Quick Facts

Surgery Time:

1-2 hours

Price:

Breast augmentation costs in San Antonio often range from $9,000 to $12,000+, depending on facility and anesthesia fees (For an accurate cost, please ask during your consultation).

Recovery:

Many women return to desk work within 5-7 days, though full recovery still takes longer

Results:

Significant improvement is visible immediately, with continued settling and refinement over 6 to 12 months.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Breast Augmentation?

You may be a candidate for breast augmentation if you are in San Antonio and have realistic expectations:

Are physically healthy, non-smokers, and at a stable weight; significant weight loss can affect breast volume and may influence whether a lift is also recommended
Have fully developed breasts
Feel your breasts are too small or asymmetrical
Have lost volume from pregnancy, weight loss, or aging

If you’re seeking the best breast augmentation surgeon in San Antonio, Dr. Rokosz is known for listening carefully, educating her patients, and delivering natural, personalized outcomes.

What Are the Benefits of Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that uses implants to enhance the size, shape, and projection of the breasts in harmony with your overall body shape.2 This surgery produces several benefits, including:

Increased Breast Volume
Better Balance or Symmetry
Restored Fullness after Weight Loss or Pregnancy
Boost in self-esteem and confidence, and for some women, feeling more confident in clothing and in their own skin
Better sense of femininity

Dr. Rokosz uses advanced surgical techniques designed to deliver beautiful, proportionate, and long-lasting results. This surgery is not one-size-fits-all. Dr. Rokosz tailors every detail, from implant type to placement, to support a natural appearance and balanced natural contours.

Combining My Breast Augmentation with Other Procedures

Something many patients don’t realize is that they can combine additional procedures in one operation to address their concerns all at once, helping patients achieve more comprehensive changes in a single treatment plan. Some popular procedures patients combine with breast augmentation include, and it is also often included in a mommy makeover after pregnancy-related changes:

A breast lift corrects sagging breast tissue to create a higher, more youthful projection. This combination restores both size and shape: the lift trims excess skin and repositions the breast tissue, while the implant provides upper pole fullness.

How to Begin Your Breast Augmentation Journey

During your initial consultation, you will meet Dr. Rokosz, who will guide you through the procedure, begin your surgical journey, and help you feel completely prepared. She will:

Discuss your goals in detail and, when appropriate, use 3D imaging to help visualize results as part of your treatment plan
Evaluate your breasts and surrounding tissue
Review your medical history
Create a personalized treatment plan unique to your anatomy, preferences, and goals.

Steps of Selecting Your Implants

Dr. Rokosz will walk you through the different choices to make regarding breast augmentation based on your anatomy and goals.

Saline: Filled with sterile saltwater with a firmer feel, saline breast implants offer adjustability for a personalized result. If ruptured, the saline is absorbed safely, giving saline implants a reassuring safety profile. FDA-approved for patients 18 and older.
Silicone: Filled with cohesive “gummy bear” silicone gel, silicone options can work well depending on natural breast tissue and skin elasticity. More natural feel and lighter than saline. Most popular option. Silicone implants have a more natural feel and are FDA-approved for patients 22 and older, and the cohesive silicone gel helps the implant maintain shape even if the shell is compromised.

6 Steps to Prepare for

My Breast Augmentation with Dr. Rokosz

You will be given specific instructions to prepare for your breast augmentation procedure that will help you both during the procedure and recovery.

1.

Stop taking certain medications.

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Avoid alcohol and stop smoking at least a few weeks before the procedure.

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Prepare a recovery space at home where you can access entertainment easily and support the healing process after surgery.

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Prepare a week’s worth of meals.

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Arrange for a trusted contact to pick you up and watch over you for the first couple of days.

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Maintain a healthy lifestyle before surgery by avoiding smoking and keeping your weight stable.

What to Expect On the Day of Breast Augmentation Surgery

Your breast augmentation will take place at our surgical facility in San Antonio at the same location where you have your consultation. A breast augmentation is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes 1 to 2 hours.

Depending on your needs, the surgery may involve:

General anesthesia is used to keep you comfortable.
Incision placement, often in the crease under the breast (inframammary)
Implant placement either under the breast tissue or beneath the chest muscle.
Local anesthesia is injected throughout the surgical site to decrease post-operative pain.
Incision closure with fine sutures under the skin to minimize scarring.

You can return home the same day, but you must be driven by a contact arranged ahead of time.

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Breast Augmentation Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Breast Augmentation Care

The breast augmentation recovery time varies, and the recovery process for most patients follows this general timeline:

Immediately after surgery: Patients will experience swelling and bruising. Implants will sit high on the chest and drop during the recovery period. Arm movements and activities will be restricted. Pain is managed with medications, and patients typically wear a support bra 24/7 except when showering.
Week 1-2: Swelling and bruising improve. Most women return to desk work within 5–7 days, while more strenuous activity still requires longer restrictions.
Week 3-6: Increased arm mobility but no lifting, pushing, or pulling greater than 10 lbs.

Week 6+: Final results become more visible as implants drop into place. Any activity restrictions are lifted. Supportive bras are recommended beyond 6 weeks, but may now include underwire.
Month 3+: Patients are typically fully recovered but will continue to heal up to one year. The final breast shape appears by 6 months to a year. A supportive bra is still recommended to slow the effects of gravity over time.

Dr. Rokosz will provide detailed instructions for incision care, pain management, activity restrictions, and scar care to ensure long-lasting, beautiful results, help reduce swelling, and support the overall healing process.

5 Tips for Recovery From Breast Augmentation

As you recover from your breast augmentation, make sure to follow Dr. Rokosz’s recovery instructions. Some tips to get started include:

Wear your compression bra to minimize swelling
Take plenty of rest and sleep
Eat a healthy, balanced diet and drink plenty of water
Take the prescribed pain medication as directed
Restrict movement and heavy lifting

How Much Does Breast Augmentation Cost in San Antonio, TX?

The cost of breast augmentation in San Antonio can vary depending on your chosen implant, surgical complexity, and facility fees. Costs typically include:

Dr. Rokosz’s surgical fee and the cost of the implants, anesthesia and facility fees, post-op garments and medications

During your consultation, Dr. Rokosz will review implant options, surgical recommendations, and all associated costs so you can make a confident and informed decision.

Why Choose Dr. Rokosz?

Dr. Jennifer Rokosz is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who prioritizes precision, safety, and aesthetic harmony. Her specialty in body and breast procedures makes her a trusted provider for patients seeking natural-looking breast augmentation in San Antonio.

She is known for a personalized approach, advanced techniques, and natural-looking results tailored to each patient’s anatomy and goals.

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Breast Augmentation FAQ’S

Breast augmentation is considered a safe and effective procedure when performed by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Rokosz. All surgical procedures carry risks, but careful planning and follow-up help support a reduced risk of complications. She will review all potential risks with you in detail during your consultation. However, like any surgery, it carries potential risks, including:
- Bleeding or infection
- Implant rupture or leakage
- Scarring or poor scar healing
- Capsular contracture (hardening of scar tissue around the implant)
- Changes in nipple or breast sensation (this can be temporary or permanent)
Dr. Rokosz will also discuss other common concerns, including:
- Risk of breast cancer and ability to screen
- Breastfeeding and its impact on pregnancy
- Breast implant illness
- Extremely rare cancers related to textured implants (Dr. Rokosz only uses smooth implants)
- Need for future implant screening for rupture
If you’re seeking the best breast augmentation surgeon in San Antonio, Dr. Rokosz is known for listening carefully, educating her patients, and delivering natural, personalized outcomes.

She is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This incredibly impressive accomplishment is awarded only to those who successfully complete rigorous oral and written exams and achieve the highest results.

Another way to find the best breast augmentation plastic surgeon is to read patient reviews. This helps you get a firsthand sense of what real people feel about her performance.

Dr. Rokosz exceeded every expectation

Absolutely amazing! Our experience with Dr. Rokosz exceeded every expectation. Her thoughtful, conservative approach put us at ease, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Having been wary of plastic surgery from what we’ve seen on TV, we expected a quick 30-minute consult; but Dr. Rokosz spent over an hour reviewing sizes and options, making us feel completely comfortable. The actual surgery was dramatically easier than expected. Post-op, her team went above and beyond, and every staff member was professional, friendly, and attentive. Highly recommended!

Todd Herman

Sources

Breast augmentation (Breast implants) | American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. (n.d.-b). American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/breast/breast-augmentation-surgery/
American Society of Plastic Surgeons. (n.d.-e). What is Breast Augmentation? https://www.plasticsurgery.org/x26510

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