Top Cosmetic Breast Surgeon Located in National Harbor, MD
Choosing a breast surgeon in the Maryland and Northern Virginia area means finding someone who provides individualized care, clear information, and strong surgical experience.
At Bella Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Michael Chiaramonte is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience. He completed his fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, and later served as a clinical instructor of plastic surgery there.
Contact Bella Cosmetic Surgery today to learn how breast surgery can help you make the changes you want to your breast size, shape, or position. Call 301-567-6767 today to request your initial consultation with Dr. Chiaramonte.
Which Breast Procedure Is Right for Me?
Your breast surgery will depend on the look, shape, and feel you want to create. Dr. Chiaramonte performs several cosmetic breast procedures based on your anatomy and individual goals.
Some of the cosmetic breast surgeries we offer are:
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation increases the shape and fullness of your breasts. Dr. Chiaramonte can place silicone, saline, or cohesive gel ("gummy bear") implants beneath the chest muscles or breast tissue. Breast augmentation can be used to restore breast size and shape after childbirth or weight loss and improve breast symmetry.
Breast Implant Exchange
Breast implant exchange allows Dr. Chiaramonte to remove and replace existing breast implants. You may consider implant exchange because you want a different implant size, would like to switch from saline to silicone implants, or have experienced changes in your breasts since your original augmentation.
Breast Lift
With a breast lift, Dr. Chiaramonte can raise and reshape breasts that have begun to sag. During your breast lift, the nipple can be repositioned higher on the chest wall. This cosmetic surgery procedure can also address nipple inversion.
Breast Reduction
A breast reduction can provide many benefits, including relief from back discomfort, improved self-image, and the ability to buy clothing that fits more comfortably. Overly large breasts can be uncomfortable and may limit your physical activities. Breast reduction removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to create a smaller, more proportionate breast size.
Male Breast Reduction
Male breast reduction treats gynecomastia, a condition that causes enlarged breast tissue in men. Depending on the amount and type of tissue present, Dr. Chiaramonte may use liposuction to remove excess fat, surgical excision to remove glandular tissue or excess skin, or a combination of techniques.
Why Choose Dr. Chiaramonte for Breast Surgery in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Chiaramonte is a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. After earning his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, he completed fellowship training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He later served as a clinical instructor of plastic surgery at Johns Hopkins, where his responsibilities included performing surgery and lecturing on procedures such as breast augmentation. His background gives him experience evaluating both the surgical and aesthetic considerations involved in breast procedures.
Your care at Bella Cosmetic Surgery also includes access to the Harbor Surgery Center, where Bella's surgical procedures are performed. The freestanding facility is a Medicare-Certified Ambulatory Surgery Center licensed through the Maryland Department of Health's Office of Health Care Quality. Its staff includes registered nurses, operating room technicians, and a certified nurse anesthetist, with operating and recovery areas specifically equipped for outpatient surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Breast Augmentation and a Breast Lift Be Performed Together?
Yes, in some cases. Breast augmentation adds volume with implants, while a breast lift raises and reshapes sagging breast tissue. Dr. Chiaramonte may recommend combining a breast lift and augmentation when you want to increase breast volume while also correcting more significant sagging.
Your anatomy and the changes you want to make will help determine whether one procedure or a combination is appropriate.
How Long Is Recovery After Cosmetic Breast Surgery?
Recovery depends on which procedure you have. After breast augmentation, many people can return to work within about one to two weeks. People undergoing a breast lift may return to work after approximately one week, while breast reduction commonly requires about two weeks away from work.
Exercise, lifting, and other strenuous activities generally remain restricted for longer. Dr. Chiaramonte will give you instructions based on your surgery and how your recovery progresses.
Should I Wait Until After Pregnancy to Have Breast Surgery?
Your future family plans are worth discussing before surgery. We advise women considering breast augmentation to think about postponing surgery when pregnancy is planned in the near future because pregnancy can change the size and shape of the breasts and may affect the appearance of surgical results.
Dr. Chiaramonte can help you weigh the timing of surgery against your personal plans.
Can Health Insurance Cover Breast Surgery?
Sometimes. Cosmetic breast procedures generally aren't covered by health insurance, but breast reduction may qualify for coverage when it is considered medically necessary. Coverage requirements vary by insurance carrier and plan.
Bella Cosmetic Surgery can help with the necessary paperwork when you are seeking insurance coverage for a breast reduction.
Will I Have Scars After Breast Surgery?
All surgical breast procedures require incisions, so some scarring is expected. The location and extent of those scars depend on the operation and surgical technique.
Breast augmentation offers several possible incision locations, while breast lift and breast reduction surgery generally require incisions that allow Dr. Chiaramonte to remove or reshape tissue. Surgical scars typically change and fade as they mature, but they won't disappear completely.
Schedule Your Breast Surgery Consultation
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Chiaramonte serves people from Maryland, Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia. At Bella Cosmetic Surgery, patient education is an important part of the consultation process so you can understand your options and choose a breast procedure based on realistic expectations.
To find out which cosmetic breast surgery is right for you, contact Bella Cosmetic Surgery or call 301-567-6767 to schedule your personal breast surgery consultation at our National Harbor, MD, office.
