Breast Augmentation
Volume. Shape. Elevated Confidence.
Breast augmentation surgery is a trusted path for women seeking to restore or enhance their breast volume and achieve a beautifully balanced silhouette.
Changes in breast shape and size often occur due to factors like genetics, substantial weight loss, or the natural shifts that follow pregnancy and nursing. Many women choose this procedure to actively refine their physical appearance and elevate their sense of self-confidence. Dr. Tina Sauerhammer, a double board-certified plastic surgeon, guides each patient toward their ideal outcome using a sophisticated array of techniques. By offering the choice between modern silicone implants, saline implants, and advanced fat transfer, she ensures your result is precisely tailored to feel both natural and elegant.
At Wisconsin Institute of Plastic Surgery, breast augmentation is less about transformation and more about restoration. We focus on returning a woman’s body to a youthful state in a way that looks natural and graceful.
For many patients in Appleton and Green Bay, breast augmentation is their first experience with plastic surgery. Dr. Sauerhammer and our team do everything possible to make their experience comfortable, to support them, and to exceed their expectations.
This is possible in part because Dr. Sauerhammer understands her patients' needs. She’s a young mother of three, one of the few plastic surgeons in Northeast Wisconsin, and someone who grew up in our community. This perspective, along with nearly 15 years of experience as a board-certified plastic surgeon, guides patients towards results that have them asking, “Why did I wait so long to do this?”
The first and most important step of your journey is your private consultation with Dr. Sauerhammer. This is where you openly share your goals, whether you are seeking subtle enhancement or a more significant change. Dr. Sauerhammer takes the time to understand your vision. Together, you will discuss the many choices available, including:
Your surgery will take place in the privacy of our AAAHC-certified Appleton facility, where you can feel the beauty and calm of the building. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes 1–2 hours.
The benefits of breast augmentation are both aesthetic and psychological, addressing specific concerns women may have regarding the size, shape, or symmetry of their breasts. Some common goals that women have with surgery include:
Fuller, more youthful-looking breasts. Pregnancy and the aging process can lead to volume loss, and restoring fullness to the breasts can rejuvenate your appearance.
Better symmetry. While every woman has some degree of asymmetry between their breasts, significant asymmetry can cause aesthetic concerns, which surgery can resolve.
Improved confidence. Many of our Appleton and Green Bay patients are frustrated that they can’t wear the clothes they like, fill out a bra like before, or feel attractive in a bathing suit. Breast augmentation restores their fuller figure and self-image.
Gender confirmation. Dr. Sauerhammer performs breast augmentation surgery to help a patient’s body reflect their gender identity.
Breast augmentation is an opportunity to achieve a figure that truly reflects your ideal self. This procedure is deeply customized, allowing you and Dr. Sauerhammer to choose the exact implant type, size, and placement to achieve a balanced, natural-looking silhouette.
Whether you are restoring volume lost after major life changes or simply seeking a fuller profile, the result is an elevated aesthetic that is uniquely yours. Beyond physical enhancement, the true benefit for many women is a profound increase in self-confidence. Feeling comfortable and assured in your own body translates into greater poise and joy in everyday life. When your figure aligns with your personal vision, that harmony translates into a better quality of life and a renewed sense of self-assurance.
Dr. Sauerhammer offers patients nearly 15 years of experience and specialization in rejuvenating procedures for the body, breasts, and face. Her practice also includes transgender confirmation, reconstructive procedures, and non-invasive cosmetic treatment. She is double board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery.
As part of your care, Dr. Sauerhammer will take the time to get to know you, answer your questions, and help you make informed treatment decisions. You may be a candidate for breast augmentation if:
Many patients will benefit from a breast lift in addition to or instead of a breast augmentation. Most augmentations provide a small amount of lift, but women with significant sagging may need a lift procedure to achieve their desired result. Megan MacCarthy, PA-C
The two biggest factors that affect the price at our practice are:
To learn more about pricing and to explore your options with breast augmentation, we encourage you to schedule a consultation.
Patients in Appleton and Green Bay choose Wisconsin Institute of Plastic Surgery because of the skill, experience, and personal attention that our team provides. Learn what other people in our community have to say about our doctors and their treatment.
Dr. Sauerhammer performs breast augmentation surgery under general anesthesia. This allows our Appleton and Green Bay patients to rest comfortably throughout their procedure. During your surgery, Dr. Sauerhammer will use a gentle and precise technique to limit trauma for an easier recovery. She will also apply a long-acting local anesthetic to improve your comfort following surgery. Typically, patients require the most care during the first three days of their recovery.
Most patients take at least one week off work, while many take two weeks due to the physical demands of their jobs. Patients generally return to non-strenuous activities within 2 weeks and to all activities after 4 to 6 weeks. Swelling and tenderness are common, and you can expect to wear a supportive bra for the first week. It can take up to 6 months for swelling to subside and for implants to settle into their natural positions. By that point, you should be able to enjoy a youthful, beautiful enhancement in your appearance.
The increase in breast size is visible immediately, but the implants will initially sit high, and the breast shape may be obscured by swelling. Implants will gradually "drop and fluff," settling into their final position over several weeks. Final results are typically achieved between 3 and 6 months. Breast implants are not lifetime devices and will require eventual replacement. Fat transfer breast augmentation results are considered permanent, though some initial fat graft volume is naturally absorbed. Regular follow-up appointments, including breast imaging, are necessary regardless of the method chosen.
Dr. Sauerhammer offers advanced expertise across all liposuction techniques, including precise implant insertion and fat transfer.
We provide a tailored treatment plan using the latest silicone implants and technology. Your augmentation surgery is performed in our private, accredited facility, ensuring an elevated experience focused on safety and achieving your natural, beautiful breast shape.
Dr. Sauerhammer is committed to truly understanding your unique goals and devotes herself to providing high-quality, life-changing results for every patient, every time. If you are ready to learn more about how the Wisconsin Institute of Plastic Surgery can help you achieve your ideal image, call our office today to request a consultation!
Saline breast implants are filled with sterile salt water after implant insertion, offering a more uniform feel. Silicone breast implants (gel-filled implants) are pre-filled with cohesive silicone gel. They are favored for mimicking the feel of natural breast tissue and for providing excellent soft-tissue coverage.
Capsular contracture occurs when the scar tissue that naturally forms around the breast implants tightens and hardens, potentially causing breast pain and distortion of the breast shape. Dr. Sauerhammer utilizes meticulous surgical procedure techniques to help minimize this risk.
The alternative is fat transfer breast augmentation (autologous fat grafting). This uses the patient’s own fat tissue as a fat graft to achieve a subtle, natural increase in breast volume. It is ideal for patients seeking a modest increase without the use of foreign materials.
Modern breast implants are subject to rigorous testing, and the procedure is performed in accordance with the highest safety standards. While risks like breast implant rupture or the very rare association with anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) are discussed, most patients find the procedure highly rewarding. Regular breast imaging and follow-ups help monitor your implants over time to ensure there are no complications.
At the Wisconsin Institute of Plastic Surgery, you can enjoy a range of cosmetic procedures and dedicated care in our offices in Appleton and Green Bay. As a double-board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Sauerhammer specializes in rejuvenating surgical solutions, including breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and facelifts, designed to help you look and feel your best. We seamlessly integrate all our plastic surgery services with skilled dermatology care and aesthetic specialists: Megan MacCarthy, PA-C, Colleen Van Egeren, PA-C, and Amanda Olsen, PA-C. They prioritize your goals through comprehensive evaluations and advanced techniques to help you achieve optimal and long-lasting results.
