What plastic surgery procedures does Dr. Walter Bernacki perform?

Dr. Walter Bernacki, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon performing a full range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures at Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists in Gahanna, Ohio, serving patients throughout Columbus and Central Ohio. His most requested procedures include breast augmentation, breast lift, facelift surgery, eyelid surgery, forehead lift, tummy tuck, body contouring, and mommy makeover packages.

Where is Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists located?

Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists is located at 1085 East Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, Ohio 43230, serving patients across Columbus and the greater Central Ohio area. The office can be reached at 614-682-5095.

What non-surgical treatments are offered at the Gahanna med spa?

The med spa at Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists offers laser hair removal, microneedling, IPL laser treatment, dermal fillers, neurotoxin injections, lip augmentation, Morpheus8 skin tightening treatment, and non-invasive body contouring. All treatments are performed under the supervision of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Walter Bernacki, MD, and Registered Nurse Aesthetician Laura Nieto.

How do I schedule a plastic surgery consultation with Dr. Bernacki?

You can schedule a consultation with Dr. Walter Bernacki, MD, or by calling 614-682-5095, submitting the contact form on this page, or visiting Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists at 1085 East Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, Ohio. Each consultation is personalized to your goals and includes a review of both surgical and non-surgical options.

Can You Breastfeed with Implants?

Breastfeeding considerations in post-surgery recovery journey

Breast augmentation is a common procedure among women across the country. With the growing number of breast augmentation procedures each year, more and more women are searching for information about breastfeeding. One common question is whether they can breastfeed with implants. Here is what you need to know about breastfeeding with implants.

Yes, it is possible to breastfeed with implants but breast implants can affect a mother’s capacity to produce a full milk supply. Whether a mother will have a full or only a partial milk supply depends on a few factors:

Type of surgery
If there is scarring on the milk ducts
How much functional glandular tissue is present both before and after the procedure

As long as your breasts contain functioning breast tissue before the surgery, and the operation does not include an incision around the areola, you should still be able to make breast milk.

Location of the incision

Depending on where the incision is made to place the implant, will determine the amount of damage to milk glands, ducts, nerves or blood supply. If an incision is made around the edge of the nipple and areola, this can affect nipple sensation and cut the nerve that triggers the neurohormonal reflex needed for making and releasing breast milk.

The position of the implant

Where the implant is placed and the size of the implant will affect the pressure within the breast. The breast is composed of glandular (milk making) tissue above a layer of muscle. If the implant is placed between the glandular tissue and the muscle layer, it is said to be more likely to exert pressure on the ducts and glands which may interfere with milk flow and reduce milk production. On the other hand, when the implant is placed beneath the muscle layer this is said to have less impact on milk production.

Functional breast tissue

When cosmetic or reconstructive surgery to enlarge a breast is due to abnormal breast development, there may be an underlying absence of functional breast tissue. In this situation, breastfeeding difficulties could be related to this rather than the breast implant surgery, but problems are likely to be compounded by implants.

If you have more questions about breast augmentation and breastfeeding, contact Dr. Bernacki today!

Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists, located in Gahanna, Ohio, provides expert guidance and quality care for those considering breast implants. Our team is committed to ensuring you have all the information necessary about breastfeeding post-surgery. Understanding the intricacies of how implants might affect breastfeeding can empower you to make informed decisions about your body.

As leaders in plastic surgery Gahanna, we prioritize personalized consultations to address your unique concerns and questions. Whether you are a new mother or planning for the future, we offer professional advice tailored to your needs. If you are seeking reliable insights on breastfeeding with implants, contact Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists today for expert support.

Trust in our dedicated team at plastic surgery Gahanna to provide the highest level of care and attention. We invite you to schedule a consultation at our state-of-the-art facility by calling 614-682-5095. Your journey to confidence and comfort is our top priority at Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists.