Breast Surgery in Boca Raton, FL

Dr. Bogue starts by asking what you like about your breasts, what you do not like, and what you would change. He then works with you to decide which concerns matter most and whether one procedure or a combination makes sense. Patients often comment that he listens carefully and explains the options without making them feel rushed. That conversation is how you and Dr. Bogue decide which breast procedure makes sense for you.

Yes. Breast procedures can often be combined with each other, and they can also be combined with body procedures such as a tummy tuck. Whether that makes sense depends on how much needs to be corrected and how long the combined operation would take; more complex breast problems are sometimes better treated in stages. Dr. Bogue will explain when combining procedures is reasonable and when separating them is the better plan.

Most patients have mild to moderate discomfort and use prescription pain medication for only a few days. For the first two weeks, activity is kept very light; at two weeks, cardio and light lifting can usually resume, and by six weeks most patients are back to full activity without restrictions. A supportive or compression bra is typically worn around the clock for six weeks. Results continue to improve for 3 months or more as swelling decreases, scars mature, and the breasts settle into their final position.

Yes. Mammograms remain an important part of breast cancer screening after most breast surgery. They are safe for women with breast implants, although additional views are usually taken to accommodate the implants and better visualize the breast tissue. Patients who have had a lumpectomy generally continue mammography as directed by their breast-cancer team. After a mastectomy with reconstruction, routine mammograms are generally not needed on the reconstructed side; if only one breast was removed, the remaining natural breast still needs routine screening.

Breast surgery costs vary depending on the procedure and the complexity of the operation. For cosmetic or self-pay procedures, the total cost includes the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, facility fees, and implants when used. Breast reconstruction and some breast reductions may be covered in part or in full by health insurance, depending on the procedure and the patient’s plan. After consultation, Dr. Bogue’s staff provides a detailed estimate based on the surgical plan.

Sometimes. Breast reconstruction is generally covered when related to breast cancer or cancer-risk reduction, and breast reduction may be covered when medically necessary. Cosmetic procedures such as breast augmentation and breast lift are typically self-pay. Insurance participation, coverage, and authorization requirements vary by plan, so our office can help determine what may apply in your case.

Breast surgery makes up the majority of Dr. Bogue’s practice, giving him extensive experience with everything from first-time cosmetic procedures to complex revision, explant, and reconstruction cases. He is board-certified in plastic surgery, has published research on breast surgery complications and reconstruction, and has served for several years as a physician advisor within the breast implant industry, providing clinical feedback on evolving technologies. Perhaps more importantly, patients trust Dr. Bogue because he listens carefully, explains their options clearly, and gives honest recommendations rather than pushing them toward more surgery than they need.