Breast Augmentation in AustinImplant-based & fat transfer — by Dr. Jeffrey Hall

Breast augmentation cost in Austin varies based on implant type, surgical complexity, and anesthesia. Pricing at Hall Plastic Surgery is discussed at your consultation after Dr. Hall has evaluated your specific case. Patient financing is available through several partners, including 0% APR options for qualified applicants. Visit the financing page to learn about options and apply online. Pricing is not published because implant costs vary significantly between systems and case complexity varies between patients — a published price range would be meaningless or misleading.

Motiva implants are engineered with a focus on natural movement and feel — their progressive gel fill and ergonomic design mean the implant moves with body position in a way that closely mimics natural tissue. Allergan implants have an extensive long-term safety and outcomes dataset, a broad profile range, and are one of the most widely studied implant systems in the world. Neither is objectively superior — the right choice depends on your anatomy, goals, and how you weight factors like natural feel versus proven long-term data. Dr. Hall offers both and makes a recommendation at consultation.

Implant size selection at Hall Plastic Surgery starts with your anatomy — base width, existing tissue volume, and skin quality — not a cup size target. Dr. Hall uses sizers during the consultation so you can physically experience the projected volume. He will recommend a range that is proportionate to your frame and achieves your goals without compromising the natural look that most patients prefer. Reference photos are helpful — bring them to your consultation.

Silicone implants are recommended for most patients because they feel more similar to natural breast tissue and have less visible rippling, particularly in patients with thin skin or minimal breast tissue. Saline implants are FDA-approved for patients 18 and older (silicone is approved for 22 and older), are filled after insertion (meaning a slightly smaller incision), and if they rupture the deflation is immediately visible — some patients prefer that over silent silicone rupture. Dr. Hall discusses the trade-offs of each in the context of your anatomy at consultation.

Subglandular placement positions the implant between the breast tissue and the pectoral muscle. It allows for a more straightforward recovery and can work well for patients with adequate breast tissue coverage. Submuscular placement positions the implant fully or partially behind the pectoral muscle — this provides additional tissue coverage (reducing ripple visibility), improves mammogram imaging, and is the more common approach for patients with minimal breast tissue. Dual-plane placement is a variation where the upper portion of the implant is covered by muscle and the lower portion is subglandular — Dr. Hall uses this technique frequently as it combines advantages of both approaches.

In most cases, breast augmentation does not affect the ability to breastfeed. Implants are typically placed below the glandular tissue or behind the muscle — both positions leave milk ducts intact. Periareolar incisions (around the nipple) carry a slightly higher risk of affecting milk duct continuity compared to inframammary incisions. If preserving breastfeeding ability is a priority, Dr. Hall takes incision selection and implant placement into account at consultation. Patients who have not yet completed their family are typically advised to discuss timing with Dr. Hall, as pregnancy can change implant appearance.

Breast implants are not required to be replaced on a fixed schedule. Modern implants are durable and many patients keep their original implants for 15–20 years or longer without issue. The FDA recommends periodic MRI screening for silicone implants to check for silent rupture — every 5–6 years after the initial 3-year post-implant scan. Replacement is recommended if rupture is detected, if capsular contracture develops and requires surgical correction, or if the patient’s goals change. There is no blanket “replace at 10 years” rule.

Capsular contracture is the most common significant complication of breast augmentation. It occurs when the scar tissue capsule that forms naturally around any implant begins to harden and tighten, distorting the breast shape and sometimes causing discomfort. Risk factors include bacterial contamination during surgery, hematoma, and possibly implant surface texture. Preventive measures include meticulous sterile technique, antibiotic irrigation, and careful incision handling. If severe capsular contracture develops, surgical correction (capsulectomy and implant exchange) may be required. Dr. Hall discusses risk factors and his approach to prevention at consultation.

Whether augmentation alone is sufficient depends on the degree of ptosis (drooping) present. If your nipple sits below the inframammary fold (the crease under your breast), or if there is significant skin laxity, an implant alone will add volume but will not lift the breast position — the result can appear heavier rather than higher. A combined augmentation-mastopexy addresses both volume and position simultaneously. Dr. Hall evaluates this at your physical examination and provides a clear recommendation based on what he finds, not what is more profitable or technically easier.

Fat transfer breast augmentation uses the patient’s own fat — harvested by liposuction from a donor area such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs — purified and injected into the breast. The result is natural in texture because it is natural tissue. Limitations: fat transfer produces a modest increase (typically 1–1.5 cup sizes), some of the transferred fat will not survive (requiring over-correction at surgery), and the result can change with significant weight fluctuations. It is not appropriate for patients who want a large increase in volume. Dr. Hall evaluates candidacy based on available donor sites and goals at consultation.

Yes. Breast augmentation is frequently combined with other procedures in a single operation. The most common combination is the Mommy Makeover — breast augmentation (with or without lift) combined with tummy tuck and/or liposuction to address post-pregnancy body changes comprehensively in one recovery. Augmentation can also be combined with breast lift (mastopexy) when skin laxity and volume loss are both present. Combining procedures reduces total anesthesia time and recovery compared to staging them separately. Dr. Hall evaluates combination candidacy based on the patient’s overall health, the procedures involved, and expected operative time.

Primary breast augmentation with pre-selected implants typically takes 1–1.5 hours. Augmentation combined with a lift takes 2–3 hours depending on the technique required. Procedures are performed under general anesthesia in our accredited on-site surgical facility at Westlake. Patients are discharged home the same day with a post-operative care package and written instructions.

Yes. Consultations at Hall Plastic Surgery are with Dr. Hall personally. The consultation is with Dr. Hall personally — not a coordinator, not a nurse consultant. He reviews your goals, performs a physical examination, presents implant options, discusses surgical approach, and answers your questions. No obligation to proceed. Consultations available at both Westlake (300 Beardsley Lane, Austin TX 78746) and Cedar Park (301 Denali Pass Dr, Cedar Park TX 78613).

Yes. Hall Plastic Surgery offers patient financing through several partners, including 0% APR options for qualified applicants. Visit the financing page to view options and apply online. Financing can be arranged before your surgery date so that cost is not a barrier to moving forward once you’ve made your decision.