Breast augmentation

Breast Augmentation – The Plastic Surgery Procedure at Cosmedica

The plastic surgery operation is usually done when the breast reaches its final size after puberty (ages 17-18). Except for cases when there is congenital breast hypoplasia or breast asymmetry in which it can be done earlier.

Breast Augmentation – The Implants

There are three possible areas for the insertion of an implant for augmentation. The lower fold of the breast is the most common site. It allows full excess and lives a hidden scar. The second site is through the areola.

This incision gives the best esthetic results but it is also the only one that goes through the breast tissue therefore the risk of infection and sensation loss is higher. The third one is through the armpits.

Some plastic surgeons prefer it because the scar is almost invisible (except for those women who like to wear open close with no sleeves). The disadvantage of this incision is a slight asymmetry of the breast. The decision usually made individually with each woman and the plastic surgeon.

The augmentation implant can be inserted above or below the chest muscles.

There is less chance of feeling the implant, less chance of developing irregular folds or bumps on the surface of the breast and the implant is less likely to drop. This kind of plastic surgery technique is suitable for women with relatively little extra skin and less fallen breasts.

Most of the implants are made of silicon, and since the FDA determined that they safe for use they are being widely used by most plastic surgeons. For over ten years since this procedure is conducted in our clinic we have only used Mentor implants.

Breast Augmentation – Shape and Size

The augmentation implants come in two shapes: round and pear shape also called “anatomic implants” because their shape resembles the natural contour of the breast. They are more expensive and require larger excision during the breast augmentation plastic surgery procedure.

The size of an implant usually depends on the woman size and proportions, the average size is 300cc. It is believed that smaller implants have lower complications.

Breast Augmentation – After the Plastic Surgery

After the augmentation plastic surgery you’ll be wearing a sports bra or a bandage. You’ll continue wearing them at all times day and night for about a month. You’ll be able to take a shower 24 hours after the plastic surgery.

The most optimal results usually seen 3 month after the surgery. Several things can complicate this plastic surgery procedure; those are rare complications, which you should be aware off. Bleeding around the area of the implant, infection, disturbances of sensation and touch around the nipples, silicon leak, rejection off an implant and some degree of irregularity on the surface of an implant.

Breast Implants – Understanding them better

Breast implants are an important aspect of many breast procedures. In a plastic surgery like breast augmentation, the breast implants play a crucial role. Hence, if you are planning to undergo any cosmetic surgery to enhance the look of your breasts, then, it is important to understand the implants involved in greater detail.

Understanding breast implants

A breast implant is an artificial prosthetic that is used on increase the size of a woman’s breast. These are a number of types of implants available depending on the surface, shape, filler and size.

Depending on the type of surface, there are two main types of breast implants. One has a smooth surface and the other one is textured. The one with the smooth surface is very susceptible to move, whereas, the implants with textured surface stay put in their place. However, the smooth surface implants have better longevity and durability as compared to their textured counterparts.

Based on the type of filler used, the implants used for breast augmentation can be classified into saline implants and silicone gel implants. The saline implants have a firm shell that holds either salt water or saline solution inside it. The benefit of using this is that, in case the implant breaks, the body can easily absorb the contents. The silicone gel implants impart a natural look to your breasts and are soft.

Placement of breast implants

There are three main ways in which the implants are placed within the body. The first one is the sub-glandular implant where the implant is place below the breast but above the chest muscles.

The second type of placement is called partial sub-muscular breast implant where the implant is place beneath the breast and between the muscles of the chest. The third type of placement is called the full sub-muscular breast implant where the implants are placed below the breast, beneath the chest muscles.

It is always recommended that you consult a good surgeon before you finalize the type of implant you want to opt to be used for breast augmentation. Depending on your body type, your surgeon can prescribe the best one for you and also recommend the type of placement that is most suitable for your anatomy.

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