Pectoral Implants in Washington D.C.

Pectoral implants are solid silicone implants designed to enhance the chest's size, shape, and definition. Unlike breast implants used in female breast augmentation, pectoral implants are firm yet flexible, creating a natural look and feel. These implants are placed beneath the pectoral muscles to add volume and improve chest contours.

Men seek pectoral implants for various reasons, including a desire for a more muscular chest, correction of asymmetry, or reconstruction after injury or congenital conditions such as Poland syndrome. While exercise can enhance muscle tone, pectoral implants provide a permanent and customizable solution for those who struggle to achieve their desired results naturally.

For those struggling to build chest muscle through exercise alone, pectoral implants can create a more defined and proportionate upper body. Good candidates for this procedure include:

• Men who have difficulty building pectoral muscles despite regular exercise
• Individuals with congenital chest abnormalities or asymmetry
• Those recovering from injury or reconstructive surgery
• Patients in good overall health with realistic expectations for results

A consultation with us at Somenek+PittmanMD is the best way to determine if pectoral implants are right for you. Your consultation is an opportunity to share your goals, ask questions, and receive a personalized plan to enhance your chest with natural-looking results.

We give our utmost attention to each of our plastic surgery consults. During your initial visit, Dr. Pittman will thoroughly review your medical history, lifestyle, and other factors that can influence your surgical outcome.

Pectoral augmentation utilizes solid silicone implants as opposed to the softer silicone implants that are used for female breast augmentation. The solid silicone implants are carefully selected based on your stature and desired appearance. Because these devices are solid, they look and feel just as you would expect the male chest muscle to feel, and there is no chance of implant rupture.

This male body contouring surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. You'll receive general anesthesia for the procedure. This will achieve deep sedation that removes all sense of pain and time. While you are deeply sedated, the doctor will create small incisions adjacent to the chest, in the armpit. Tissue is dissected to create a secure pocket beneath the pectoralis muscle. The implant will be positioned in the pocket in a way that creates the masculine curve you desire. To complete the procedure, Dr. Pittman will close the incisions with sutures and apply a bandage around the chest. You can expect to be released to a loved one a few hours after your procedure is complete. This is usually enough time for your anesthesia to wear off enough that you can walk with little assistance.

You may feel very little discomfort when you wake up after surgery. This is because your anesthesia and pain medication are still on board, reducing your receptivity to pain signals. At home, you will begin taking your prescription painkillers as directed. Your compression garment also helps to reduce the discomfort that may be associated with swelling.

Prior to your surgery, we will provide you with clear, step-by-step post-operative care instructions. You and whoever will assist you during your initial recovery should review these instructions and bring us any questions that arise. It's imperative that you follow the guidelines that are outlined in your post-op paperwork, specifically about medication use and physical restrictions.

Following your pectoral augmentation, you may notice a temporary decrease in energy, which should improve as you recover. Rest as much as you need, but also offset your relative inactivity with short walks several times daily. This may include walking around the house for five minutes. The only purpose of walking is to move your legs and keep circulation moving out of the lower extremities. After several days, you may begin increasing the time and distance of your walks but will likely need to postpone your normal physical exercise for up to two months.

Dr. Troy Pittman is a renowned expert in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, specializing in advanced procedures to enhance the chest and body. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, he brings years of expertise to every procedure, ensuring natural, sculpted results for his patients. His extensive training includes residencies in General and Plastic Surgery at Rush University Medical Center and a prestigious fellowship in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery at Georgetown University Hospital.

With a career spanning top academic institutions such as Johns Hopkins and Georgetown, Dr. Pittman has trained the next generation of plastic surgeons while refining cutting-edge techniques in body contouring. His dedication to excellence has earned him recognition as a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine, Northern Virginia Magazine, and Castle Connolly. At Somenek+PittmanMD, Dr. Pittman offers a patient-centered approach, providing highly individualized care in a premier plastic surgery practice. His expertise ensures that pectoral implant patients achieve the defined, masculine chest they desire.