
Breast augmentation in Los Angeles by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. K. Charles Kim. Personalized implant selection and natural results.
Book ConsultationBreast augmentation in Los Angeles by Dr. K. Charles Kim enhances breast size, shape, and proportion using saline or silicone implants — or autologous fat transfer for patients seeking a more modest, natural change. Dr. Kim performs every breast augmentation personally with an emphasis on proportionate, natural-looking results selected to fit each patient's frame and lifestyle rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, his surgical philosophy prioritizes long-term outcomes over short-term wow.
Implant selection — type, shape, size, profile, and placement plane — is determined during consultation using sizers, 3D imaging, and detailed anatomic measurements. Dr. Kim performs subglandular, submuscular, or dual-plane placement depending on each patient's tissue coverage and goals, with incisions placed inframammary, periareolar, or transaxillary. Capsular contracture is minimized through meticulous pocket dissection, irrigation, and Keller funnel technique. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia in approximately 1–2 hours.
Days 1–7: Soreness and chest tightness peak in the first 72 hours; surgical bra is worn continuously; gentle walking begins immediately.
Weeks 2–4: Return to most normal activity and desk work; upper-body exercise remains restricted.
Months 2–6: Implants settle into their final position, the upper pole softens, and the final breast shape emerges.
Good candidates are healthy adults seeking more breast volume, improved shape, or better symmetry, with realistic expectations and fully developed breasts. A consultation confirms the best implant and approach. Dr. Kim personally evaluates your anatomy and goals to plan a tailored augmentation.
Breast augmentation increases breast size, restores lost volume, improves fullness and cleavage, and can enhance symmetry for a more balanced figure. It is among the most requested cosmetic procedures. Dr. Kim customizes each augmentation to achieve natural, proportionate results in Los Angeles.
Most breast augmentation patients return to desk work within about a week and resume full activity and exercise around 4 to 6 weeks as the implants settle. Soreness eases steadily during early recovery. Dr. Kim provides a clear recovery plan for comfortable healing.
Yes — natural-looking results come from choosing the right implant size, type, and placement for your frame and goals. Dr. Kim's philosophy of enhancement over transformation guides implant selection so your augmentation complements your body proportionately and naturally.
Breast augmentation results are long-lasting, and while modern implants are durable, they are not considered lifetime devices and may eventually need revision or replacement. Aging and weight changes can also affect appearance over time. Dr. Kim discusses long-term expectations during your consultation.
Yes. Breast augmentation can correct noticeable asymmetry by using different implant sizes or techniques to better match the two breasts in size and shape. A customized plan addresses each breast individually. Dr. Kim carefully assesses asymmetry to create a balanced, natural result.
Yes. Breast augmentation is a popular way to restore fullness and shape lost after pregnancy and breastfeeding, often as part of a mommy makeover combined with a lift. It rebuilds upper-breast volume for a more youthful contour. Dr. Kim tailors each augmentation to restore natural, proportionate fullness.
A breast lift is considered safe when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. K. Charles Kim is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and trained as Chief Resident at Brown University, bringing extensive surgical experience to every breast procedure. A thorough consultation ensures the safest, most suitable plan.
Yes. A breast lift repositions and can resize the nipple-areola complex, making it an effective way to correct nipple asymmetry and improve overall balance. Symmetry is a core goal of the procedure. Dr. Kim carefully plans nipple placement for a natural, even result.
Yes. Breast revision is an ideal opportunity to exchange saline implants for silicone (or vice versa) to change feel, size, or appearance. Many patients use revision to update their results. Dr. Kim discusses implant options to match your goals during your consultation.