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Most would not be surprised to learn that breast
augmentation or breast enhancement is one of the most commonly requested
cosmetic surgical procedures in the It is performed to improve the appearance of
the breasts. In terms of efficacy and
safety the procedure fulfills its objectives.
There are several reasons a woman may desire this procedure. It can be used to enlarge small and
underdeveloped breasts or to essentially re-inflated breasts that have shrunk
down following weight loss and pregnancy.
A lifting effect is one additional benefit of breast augmentation. This is particularly beneficial when
following pregnancy when there is a decreased volume as well as sagging.
Every woman who considered breast augmentation must make a
decision if the operation, with all of its inherent risks and benefits are
correct for her. Each woman will come to
a different conclusion and will, of course, follow a different path. She
must have a good knowledge of her goals and expectations. She must be truthful to herself when
considering all of the lifetime implications of the procedure. A thorough examination with a plastic surgeon
will be helpful to determine how the breasts conform to the so called normal
standards. This includes breast shape,
the degree of sagging if present, the base diameter of the breast, location of
the nipple, size of the areola, symmetry of size and shape as well as the level
of the crease under the breast.
There are several key points to consider for each
individual. Will the implant be in proportion
to the rest of your body? Body symmetry
and proportion are quite important considerations. Is the choice of incision appropriate to your
desires and can it be well hidden considering the types of clothing and bathing
suits you like to wear? There are many
choices when it comes to incisions and a thorough discussion will help you
decide the correct location for you. This
will not be the same for all women. Have
you considered the different shapes of the implant styles? There is now a wide range of implant shapes
and sizes available as well as different profiles. This allows for improved accuracy when it
comes to meeting individual desires. You must discuss the desired shape and
then the appropriate implant can be selected. Is the implant to be placed above or below the
muscle? There is new evidence that using
the third and fourth generation implants above the muscle has a lower rate of
capsular contracture than with the previous generation of implants. Placing the implant above the muscle is a
growing trend among plastic surgeons in the United States.
It is important that each woman consider other factors such
as the amount of time needed for recovery, the possible loss of nipple or
breast sensitivity and the possible loss of the ability to breast feed. There are also other issues to consider such
as the use of a silicone gel implant versus a saline filled implant.
Breast augmentation is a safe procedure that, under the
correct circumstances with give the expect result. It is important that the
procedure is performed for the right realistic reasons and that the patient is
emotionally stable. Every woman who is considering this operation will benefit
from doing their own research. It is
from diligently educating themselves about the options that a good decision can
be made.
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