Toronto Plastic Surgery Clinic
Mississauga Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Clinic
Dr. Michael J. Weinberg
The Mississauga Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Clinic
247 Queensway West
Mississauga, ON L5B 1B9
Phone: (905) 273-3045
Monday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday: 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
The Mississauga Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Clinic
1-66 Avenue Road
Toronto, ON M5R 3N8
Phone: (416) 207-9090
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
You may be a good candidate for this procedure if you meet the following criteria:
Breast augmentation is usually performed as outpatient surgery with the patient under general anesthesia. Most procedures take about an hour and a half to complete.
Patients usually choose to have their procedures at the clinic and enjoy the personal attention of our warm, friendly staff, and the spa-like atmosphere of a private facility. Because Dr. Weinberg was Division Head of Plastic Surgery at Trillium Health Centre for more than 15 years, women also have the option of having their breast augmentations performed in the hospital.
Dr. Weinberg is considered one of the best breast augmentation surgeons in Toronto and Mississauga. He takes each patient’s specific goals into account when planning every breast augmentation procedure. He also offers his expertise and professional aesthetic opinion during the initial decision-making process. Dr. Weinberg closely evaluates your body’s proportions and the quality of your existing breast tissue to guide you through the following choices:
In the Greater Toronto Area, the cost of breast augmentation depends primarily on the choice of breast implant, including whether saline or silicone gel implants are used. You can see the cost for breast augmentation in Toronto on our Procedure Pricing page.
Some cost savings can be realized when breast augmentation is combined with other procedures, for example when it is combined with a tummy tuck and liposuction as part of a Mommy Makeover. Read this blog post for more information.
Breast augmentation does not correct moderate to severe breast sagging. Dr. Weinberg may recommend combining your breast augmentation with a breast lift to tighten lax skin and enhance breast shape.
For today’s breast augmentation patient, Health Canada has approved both saline- and silicone-filled breast implants in a variety of shapes, sizes, and profiles, with either smooth or textured shells. Your body and your preferences will determine what makes certain implants a better choice for you. Dr. Weinberg takes these considerations into account and will help you pick the right type for your frame, your lifestyle, and your goals. Visit our Breast Implant Options page for more information about these choices.
Going bigger is just the beginning. With Dr. Weinberg, you can choose exactly how your implants look and feel thanks to our complete selection of today's most popular options.
Learn MoreWhile the inframammary fold (breast crease) incision is Dr. Weinberg’s preferred option, the one that works best for you depends on the size and type of the implants you select, your lifestyle, and other factors such as whether you might breastfeed in the future. Dr. Weinberg offers the following different incision options, which all become practically invisible once healed:
While the IMF incision is Dr. Weinberg’s preferred incision option, when the IMF incision is not the best choice for the patient, he may use either the transaxillary or periareolar incision. Dr. Weinberg offers his medical opinion to help you choose the safest and most discreet incision location for you.
As an experienced, Royal-College certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Weinberg is devoted to helping patients reach their cosmetic goals. For over 25 years, he has built a reputation as one of the best plastic surgeons in Mississauga through expertise, experience, and dedication to his patients.
Implant placement, or where within the breast the implant is added, is another important consideration. Most of today’s patients have 2 options, each of which can affect recuperation time and long-term results. Check out the advantages of each:
The VECTRA® 3-D imaging system provides a virtual glimpse of the results you can achieve with breast surgery.
Learn More About Vectra 3-DWomen who want an alternative to breast implants and a modest increase in size may have the option of “natural” breast augmentation with fat transfer (also called fat grafting). Dr. Weinberg uses a technique similar to Brazilian butt lift surgery that harvests the fat with liposuction from areas it’s not wanted such as the belly or thighs and injects it into the breasts. Learn more in this blog post.
You will likely return home on the day of your surgery and be able to shower a day later. Most patients are ready to return to normal daily activities within a few days and non-strenuous work within 5 to 7 days. Strenuous exercise should be delayed until your breasts are fully healed.
Dr. Weinberg is quick to remind patients that there is still work to do after surgery. Things to keep in mind include:
You will receive plenty of compassionate care after breast augmentation through regular follow-up appointments with Dr. Weinberg. He also makes himself available throughout the healing process, answering questions and providing guidance.
Many women choose to enhance more than their breasts with a single surgery and recovery period by combining breast augmentation with other procedures. Popular options include:
Saline implants can be inserted through a smaller incision than silicone implants because they are filled after placement, resulting in a smaller scar. If a saline implant were to leak, the saltwater solution would be absorbed by the body with no harmful side effects.
The new-generation silicone gel implants often provide a more natural look and feel than saline implants. In the past, there was concern about silicone leaking into the body. However, with the development of cohesive silicone gel implants, this is no longer as much of a concern. The thick consistency of the gel causes it to cling to itself (like a gummy bear) limiting the possibility of migration.
A good place to start is our gallery of before-and-after photos. Looking through them before you come in for a consultation and deciding which one is most similar to the way you would like to look will help communicate your goals to Dr. Weinberg. Some women also experiment with putting rice in a zipper-top plastic bag and slipping it into their bras, then recording what quantity of rice gives them the look they desire. The rice measurement can then be translated into implant size.
Although scars may be quite visible at first, they will usually fade and be less noticeable over time. How visible your scars will be mostly depends on how you scar. The incision method that is used is an important decision you will make with Dr. Weinberg during your consultation after discussing your individual cosmetic goals. Incisions can sometimes be placed along the crease under the breast or in the armpit so they are not highly visible. Other times, incisions are positioned around the nipple so the scar blends into the color line at the edge of the areola.
Before you choose to have breast augmentation surgery it is important to know that implants do not last a lifetime. The lifespan of any implant will vary by patient and the type used.
Silicone implants are generally thought to last longer than saline implants. On average, silicone implants have a lifespan of 10 to 20 years, while saline implants may require replacement in 10 to 15 years.
Gravity and the natural aging process contribute to breast sagging over time as breast skin and ligaments stretch or weaken. The added weight from implants can accelerate this process. Sagging can be limited by choosing reasonably sized implants, wearing a supportive bra, avoiding weight fluctuations, and not becoming pregnant.
For women who are unhappy with their current implants, either because of complications or the desire for a different size, shape, or fill material, Dr. Weinberg performs breast implant revision surgery.
Dr. Weinberg often suggests that women wait until they have completed their families before having breast augmentation surgery. Implants cause no increased medical risk during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, many women find that their breasts change in shape and volume as a result of pregnancy, so a breast lift and/or an adjustment to the size of the implants may be necessary.
As with all surgical procedures, there are possible complications that can occur with breast augmentation. Potential complications specific to your surgery will be discussed in detail at your consultation.
To find out whether breast augmentation can give you the enhanced look you want, request an appointment with one of the best plastic surgeons in the greater Toronto area using our online form or call our offices at (905) 273-3045 (Mississauga) or (416) 207-9090 (Toronto). Dr. Weinberg helps men and women from Oakville, Brampton, and beyond with breast augmentation.
Dr. Weinberg does not endorse or lend his name to any specific product, medication, or device. The information on this page is meant to familiarize prospective patients with some of the commonly available treatments/products and devices in use for specific issues and is intended for general educational purposes only. Decisions regarding treatments in a specific patient must be made in the context of a medical consultation.
