Breast Augmentation: More Then Enlargements Done

Breast augmentation is a popular surgery performed by plastic surgeons on thousands of patients every year. Women can make the decision to have their breasts enlarged with implants filled with saline, silicone or a new product called Memory Gel breast implants. There are differences between these three products and a patient should research each type, as well as discuss the options with their doctor, before deciding which will be the best implant suited for them. Silicone is a product that has the weight and texture similar to real breast tissue, but some patients have reported issues with hardening or becoming ill when a leak in the implant occurs. If a saline implant leaks the liquid will be absorbed by the body and flushed naturally out, without any side effects, but some patients are not as pleased with the feel of this implant when compared to silicone. The Memory Gel implant is new and should be discussed with their surgeon.

What may initially be approached as a simple procedure, breast implant surgery involves multiple doctor appointments and a mammogram, as well as a period of time to recuperate afterward when movements are restricted in order to protect against stitches tearing. Patients also need to be aware that any complications that may arise from the implants may not be covered by their insurance plan.

Another form of breast augmentation is known as mammoplasty. This procedure is done to enlarge and rebalance the breasts, adjusting the projection and volume while making the breasts appear fuller and more natural in appearance.

There are those patients who will need breast augmentation to reduce the size of their breasts. Backaches and sore necks, as well as feeling self-conscious about a large bust size are common reasons for women to seek help from a plastic surgeon. But there are male patients who are in need of help from a surgeon as well, for they require a procedure known as gynecomastia, or a male breast reduction surgery.

Breast augmentation is also sought by patients who undergo a mastectomy and choose to have implants done to restore their figure. Some surgeons will require a period of healing between the mastectomy and the implants being inserted in order to lessen the likelihood of complications after surgery. One patient may decide to fulfill a desire to have larger, fuller breasts when choosing implants, while another may feel a smaller cup size is the way to go at this time in their life. The surgeon who will perform the operation will be able to assist in guiding the woman toward an appropriate size that will both complement their body proportions and be comfortable for their body type.

The surgeon entrusted to perform the breast augmentation surgery should be a Board certified plastic surgeon, who is highly skilled and has a client list of satisfied patients recorded within a portfolio of pre and post op photographs of their work which will provide a future patient with an idea of how they might look after their surgery.