What to Expect At Your Breast Augmentation With Lift Consultation
Click any video to get answers to common questions. These are the topics most breast augmentation patients want to understand before their consultation.
Week-by-week breakdown: 3-5 days off work, 4-6 weeks until you can work out, 3-6 months for final results. Plus, what makes recovery easier or harder.
Your surgery will happen in our Quad A-Accredited Surgery Center. Learn what Quad A accreditation means (hospital-grade safety standards) and why it matters for your breast augmentation.
Most women come to their consultation thinking they need a breast augmentation, when what they actually need is a lift or a combination. Dr. Kirby breaks down the three approaches (implants, fat grafting, lift) and explains what your exam will reveal about which option gives you the result you’re picturing. Getting this wrong means spending on a procedure that doesn’t solve your actual problem. This is the framework you need before you book any consultation.
Dr. Emily Kirby has refined her “rapid recovery” or “24-hour recovery” protocol over her 21+ years of experience as a plastic surgeon, using evidence-based Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) and “multimodal analgesia” techniques, and even her own experience as a patient. Dr. Kirby provides this care to every patient for improved alertness and comfort, as well as a quicker return to activity, after surgery.
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Here’s how to make the most of your time with Dr. Kirby:
What size do you envision? What shape and profile? Natural-looking or more enhanced? Bring photos of results you like (and don’t like). Write down any questions or concerns.
Have your medical history readyList of current medications, allergies, past surgeries, and any medical conditions. Mention if you’re planning future pregnancies or breastfeeding.
Review our Before & After galleryLook for patients with similar body types and goals to yours. Pay attention to natural-looking results vs. more enhanced looks. View gallery »
Consider your future pregnancy plansYou can have kids after breast augmentation, but pregnancy and breastfeeding may affect your results. We’ll discuss timing during your consultation.
Real stories from real patients—not just the highlight reel. We believe in showing you the full picture: amazing transformations, realistic expectations, and even cases where complications occurred.
These are the standards that set our practice apart:
Dr. Kirby is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery—the gold standard in plastic surgery credentials. Verify here »
Membership is by invitation only and represents the top 1% of plastic surgeons committed to ongoing education and excellence.
City Surgery Center meets hospital-grade safety standards for equipment, staff training, and emergency protocols—giving you peace of mind.
Your anesthesia is managed by physician anesthesiologists (MD/DO) with years of training .
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocols are designed to reduce pain, minimize nausea, and help you recover faster with less discomfort. Our post-op care consistently earns 100% patient satisfaction ratings.
“Dr. Kirby has the most patient-centered care which is why I constantly recommend her services.”–Actual Patient
We offer complimentary ultrasound checks for our breast augmentation patients to monitor implant health and catch any issues early.
Over 95% of our breast augmentation patients rate their experience 5 stars and say “I’d do it again.” It’s not just the doctor earning praise; patients regularly call out the staff for their exceptional care and attention.
Dr. Kirby has performed over 1,500 breast procedures, giving her the experience to handle a wide range of body types and aesthetic goals.
From your first phone call to your final follow-up, our team is here to support you every step of the way. We know that choosing breast augmentation with lift is a big decision, and we’re committed to making your experience as comfortable, transparent, and stress-free as possible.
“The staff at this office has been caring and supportive through the entire process. They have checked on me regularly and answered all my questions … and tried to calm my nerves when it was all too much. I am very pleased with the results at this point.”
