Breast Implants Long Island, NY
Serving patients in Huntington Station & Suffolk County, NY
Serving patients in Huntington Station & Suffolk County, NY
At Charlotte Ann Rhee, MD, PC, patients exploring breast augmentation receive expert, compassionate care from a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast implant surgery. Whether you wish to restore lost breast volume, correct asymmetry, or enhance your natural breast shape, Dr. Rhee customizes every breast implant procedure to match your anatomy and goals. Using FDA-approved Mentor® breast implants, she provides safe, long-lasting results that look and feel beautifully natural.
Dr. Rhee offers both saline breast implants and silicone breast implants, including form-stable “gummy bear” breast implants, which are designed to mimic the softness of natural breast tissue while maintaining durable structure. With decades of experience in plastic surgery and breast reconstruction, Dr. Rhee helps patients achieve the perfect balance of comfort, aesthetics, and confidence through advanced breast augmentation surgery in Huntington Station, NY.
Each breast implant is chosen for your individual anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic preferences.
Dr. Rhee exclusively uses Mentor® breast implants, FDA-approved medical devices known for their quality and reliability.
Choose from silicone gel breast implants, saline-filled breast implants, or structured implants that combine the best of both materials.
Most breast augmentation procedures last 1–2 hours under general anesthesia, with initial recovery in about one week.
Modern breast implants are durable, lasting 10–20 years or longer with proper care and follow-up.
Breast implants are FDA-approved medical devices used in breast augmentation and breast reconstruction to enhance or restore breast size, shape, and symmetry. Each implant features a smooth or textured silicone shell filled with either saline (sterile salt water) or silicone gel. Saline breast implants offer a firm, uniform shape and are safely absorbed by the body if a breast implant rupture occurs, while silicone breast implants, including gummy bear and form-stable implants, contain cohesive silicone gel that feels soft and natural, closely resembling real breast tissue.
At Charlotte Ann Rhee, MD, PC, Dr. Rhee uses only Mentor® breast implants, trusted worldwide for their safety, consistency, and natural results. Available in a range of shapes, textures, and profiles, Mentor implants allow Dr. Rhee to customize each breast implant procedure to a patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals. Whether for cosmetic enhancement or reconstructive breast surgery, her expert approach delivers balanced, lasting results that look and feel beautifully natural.
When you choose Dr. Charlotte Ann Rhee for your breast augmentation, you’re choosing trusted expertise, artistry, and safety. These values are reflected in her use of Mentor® breast implants, one of the most respected names in breast implant technology.
Made in the U.S. and backed by decades of research and FDA approval, Mentor implants represent the next generation of breast implant design. Their saline and silicone gel options, including MemoryGel® and MemoryGel® Xtra, are designed to mimic the natural look, feel, and movement of real breast tissue while maintaining exceptional durability and shape retention.
Working with a wide selection of round or teardrop shapes, profiles, and surface textures, Dr. Rhee customizes every procedure to harmonize with each woman’s anatomy and achieve beautiful, natural-looking results that reflect her individual goals.
Breast implants vary in size, shape, and profile. Each of these variations affects appearance. The profile of a breast implant dictates how far forward the breast projects from the chest wall. Implant profile, more than actual size, involves the width of the implant base as well as its height, or forward projection. The projection vs. width affects characteristics such as side boob, profile appearance, and symmetry.
Dr. Rhee understands the importance of selecting the right breast implants for your body and your goals. She works closely alongside each breast augmentation patient, helping them visualize the results that can be achieved with various breast implants so they can confidently select the best fit.
Breast implants are silicone shells filled with either saline (saltwater) or silicone gel. Both implant types are very safe, and each offers its own advantages.
Saline implants provide uniformity of shape, feel, and firmness. If this type of implant were to rupture, breast size would decrease, alerting the patient of the problem.
Silicone breast implants are often preferred due to their lifelike look and feel. The silicone gel that fills this device is thicker than saline, so it feels more like breast tissue. Silicone implants do require a slightly larger incision for placement. If this device were to rupture, the consistency of the gel would prevent the patient from knowing. For this reason, patients with silicone breast implants are advised to undergo periodic MRI imaging.
Dr. Rhee will help you decide which kind is right for you and will discuss this with you during your consultation.
Saline Breast Implants
An advantage of saline breast implants is that, if ruptured, the saline (salt solution) is dissolved by the body naturally. A disadvantage of saline implants is that they may appear less natural in small-breasted or reconstructive patients. This is especially important for very thin women who have little natural breast tissue to cover the implant, or for women who have a breast injury or need breast reconstruction.
Silicone Breast Implants
Silicone gel-filled implants are the most popular choice of most of Dr. Rhee’s patients. Compared to saline implants, silicone implants are much softer and feel more natural. Today's advanced silicone gel breast implants have a strong safety record and are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in breast augmentation surgery.
When choosing breast implants, the shape is an important consideration. The two basic breast implant shapes are round and teardrop. Breasts differ greatly from woman to woman, so the ideal breast implant shape for each patient must be determined with care.
Of the two breast implant shapes, the round breast implant is the most common type used for breast augmentation. Many women choose round implants because they tend to provide the greatest amount of lift, fullness, and cleavage. Some women, however, feel that the results produced with round implants appear artificial, so they seek out more natural-looking alternatives like teardrop implants.
A round breast implant can have a smooth or textured surface. Due to a round implant’s symmetrical shape, it does not pose the risk of implant rotation. Round implants come in three different variations of shape: low, medium, and high profile. A higher profile can enhance the forward projection of the breasts, which would otherwise require larger breast implants with wider bases.
As the name indicates, a teardrop breast implant (also known as a contoured breast implant or anatomical breast implant) is shaped like a teardrop. Breasts attain a more gently sloping contour with teardrop breast implants. Although the upper portions of breasts that have teardrop implants are not as full as breasts that have round implants, teardrop-shaped implants often provide greater projection by volume. For women who want more naturally shaped teardrop breasts, these implants may be the ideal choice. A teardrop implant requires a textured surface to prevent rotation because breasts can become distorted if the implant rotates. This is not a concern with round breast implants.
“Fantastic staff and caring doctors. I felt reassured before and after my surgery. I was well taken care of. Any concerns or questions were answered effectively.” —Stacey P.
Many patients are good candidates for breast implants. Ideal patients are healthy individuals with an interest in enhancing the shape and size of their breasts. Reasons for breast augmentation should be personal and should not revolve around “fixing” something wrong with the body. When breast enhancement is conducted to make the body better, patients tend to be happier with their results.
Breast augmentation consultations often involve trying on various breast implant sizes. This step enables patients to observe how different sizes and profiles may look in real life on their body frame, not from an image in a photo gallery. Plastic surgeons use years of training and experience to help patients discover which size, shape, and profile of implant would best suit their body type and lifestyle.
Most patients need to do very little to prepare for their breast augmentation procedure. During our thorough consultation and examination, we do our best to identify pre-existing health conditions, medications, and lifestyle habits that may present challenges to recovery. Patients may be advised to modify certain medications or supplements that thin the blood. Otherwise, preparation revolves around planning for a smooth recovery.
Before breast augmentation surgery, it is helpful to:
Recovery from breast implant surgery is generally easy for most patients. Comfort improves significantly within a matter of a few days. Patients should expect:
Your breast implant results will be visible immediately, with your new shape becoming more refined as swelling subsides and your breast implants settle naturally into place. Dr. Rhee’s use of Mentor® silicone gel-filled breast implants allows for soft, natural movement and realistic contouring that blends seamlessly with your breast tissue.
Many women experience a boost in self-confidence and satisfaction with their breast size and body proportions following surgery. The cohesive silicone gel in today’s implants (sometimes called “gummy bear” breast implants) is designed to maintain its shape even in the rare case of a breast implant rupture, minimizing risk and maintaining symmetry. When cared for properly, your breast implants can provide beautiful, lasting results for years, helping you feel confident and comfortable in your own skin.
Dr. Charlotte Ann Rhee is an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon known for her precision, artistry, and compassionate care. With over 30 years in plastic surgery, Dr. Rhee specializes in advanced breast implant procedures, including both cosmetic breast augmentation and reconstructive breast surgery. At her practice, she uses only Mentor® breast implants, which are FDA-approved medical devices recognized for their superior safety, longevity, and natural feel.
Dr. Rhee’s boutique-style practice in Long Island offers a private, accredited surgical suite where patient safety and satisfaction come first. Every procedure is customized using the types of breast implants that best fit your anatomy and goals, from saline implants to silicone gel-filled implants in a full range of sizes and shapes. Dr. Rhee’s personalized approach ensures your results enhance your natural breast contour while minimizing scar tissue and the risk of capsular contracture. Patients love Dr. Rhee’s attention to detail, warm bedside manner, and reputation for providing beautifully natural-looking surgical outcomes.
To learn more about breast implants, contact Charlotte Ann Rhee, MD, by calling (631) 424-6707 today! We offer free consultations at our office in Huntington, NY, serving all of Long Island.
Certain health conditions may prevent patients interested in breast implants from becoming eligible for breast implant surgery. This procedure may not be suitable for patients who:
Although breast implants are FDA-approved and the procedure is safe, just like any other surgery, there are several risks that patients need to be aware of. These risks may include:
Under Dr. Rhee’s care, patients can expect a high-quality procedure that minimizes these risks. By following her aftercare guidelines, patients can ensure a successful, complication-free recovery that easily manages common side effects and avoids risks from breast implant surgery.
Although rare, some patients report experiencing systemic symptoms like fatigue, joint pain, or brain fog, sometimes referred to as breast implant illness (BII). The FDA continues to study possible connections between implants and immune system reactions, though no definitive link has been established. Dr. Rhee takes each patient’s individual medical history seriously and discusses potential risks and benefits before any procedure.
Breast implants can be removed if a patient wishes. Sometimes, implants are removed to correct post-surgical complications such as capsular contracture. In some cases, patients choose to have smaller implants replaced with larger devices. In others, patients undergo breast implant removal with a breast lift, choosing to improve the shape of natural breast tissue rather than replace implants.
Your breast implants may need to be removed in the case of an emergency, such as an implant rupture, infection, or other type of implant complication. These complications may include:
With the proper care, breast implants can last anywhere from 10 to 20 years, depending on the type of breast implants you have. After 10 to 15 years, it is recommended to get your implants checked and replaced to maintain your desired appearance and ensure your implants and health are in good condition.
Teardrop-shaped breast implants are a popular alternative to round implant devices. The teardrop shape has more fullness at the bottom with a gentle slope at the upper pole of the breast. This is also referred to as an anatomically shaped implant. Even with the slope at the upper pole, teardrop implants typically provide greater projection from the chest wall. Due to their anatomical shape, teardrop breast implants must be textured to prevent them from shifting in the breast pocket.
The right breast implant shape depends on your anatomy, lifestyle, and desired outcome. Round implants typically create more fullness in the upper portion of the breast and enhanced cleavage, while teardrop (anatomical) implants offer a gentler slope and a more natural-looking contour. During your consultation, Dr. Charlotte Ann Rhee will evaluate your breast tissue, body proportions, and aesthetic goals to recommend the best option for your breast augmentation. Her goal is always to achieve results that look beautifully balanced and feel naturally your own.
Yes. Many women choose breast implants after breast reconstruction to restore shape and confidence following breast cancer treatment. Dr. Rhee specializes in both cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery, tailoring your procedure to ensure natural proportions, symmetry, and comfort. Mentor’s gel-filled breast implants are FDA-approved for both primary augmentation and post-reconstruction procedures.
Yes. Combining a breast lift with breast implants is a common and effective way to enhance both the size and shape of the breasts. This combination addresses sagging breast tissue while adding fullness and projection, creating a youthful, lifted appearance that lasts.
