Breast Augmentation

If you browse forums and blogs, breast augmentation info is a much sought-after topic. It can thus be assumed that there are many ladies out there who may be interested in having fuller breast, and wanted to know what kind of surgery would be involved, where incision would be made and whether selicone bag is used.

In searching for breast augmentation info, some also asked whether it is the same as breast implant. Hmmm...so it seems there's a lot of curiosity out there. Thus, this page seeks to provide breast augmentation info in questions and answer format. Here goes:

What is breast augmentation?

Augmentation of the breast involves inserting a silicone bag under the breast or under the breast and chest muscle (subpectoral). After insertion, the bag is then filled with saline or salt water. The prosthesis (silicone bag) then expands the breast area. The end result is a fuller breast (read larger cup size) and more cleavage.

How is the incision made?

There are several areas where incision may be made, such as under the breast; at the edge of the areola; within the areola; in the armpit; or in the umbilical area.

What is the difference between smooth and textured implants?

Basically, smooth ones require a large pocket. It has an occasional occurrence of wrinkling (gives the skin a wavy look) and is associated with a 10% incidence of capsule contracture. A textured implant (read roughened implant) has between 7 and 10 percent occurence of rippling (or wrinkling). Incidence of capsule contracture is about 3 percent.

What are the implant size options available?

This is one of the most often asked breast augmentation info question. Well, the answer is this - there's a whole lot of options available but the best options remain a personal decision because breast size is a subjective matter. Some individuals tells the doctor their preferred cup size post surgery, while others look at photos to let the good doctor know what they are after.

However, a more accurate method of estimate the correct implant size is to use a plastic bag filled with water. The bag is then placed inside a bra which is of the patient's desired cup size. The patient then put on a sweater, and can see quite accurately what the final result will be after surgery.

How long do implants last?

This is again a very much asked breast agmentation info. The answer is - nobody knows.

Breast augmentation - what are the risks involved?

Infection - happens very rarely (rough estimate is one to 3 percent). The symptoms include swelling, fever, discomfort and redness. Treatment is usually done by using antibiotics.

Bleeding

If there is significant swelling, increasing pain, or bruising, its most likely bleeding has occured. In such cases, the implant has to be removed surgically.

Capsule contracture

Hardening of the breast can be treated with the incision of fibrous scar capsule around the implant (capsulotomy). It can also be addressed using partial or total removal of the scar capsule (capsulectomy). If the implant is a smooth one, then replacing it with a textured one may do the trick.

Asymmetry

In the event that the implant somehow slipped into an undesired position, surgical repair is needed to correct it.

Mammography

Breast implants can interfere with mammography, depending on where the implant is placed. So, if patients have a family history of breast cancer, its probably best to forget about breast augmentation.

Autoimmune Disease and Cancer

Some people claim that silicone implants can cause autoimmune disease or cancer. At present, there remains no scientific evidence to support that claim.

Calcifications

Calcification may result in the scar capsule around implants after being embedded in the patient for years. This type of calcifications are often easily distinguished from those which may indicate breast cancer.

Deflation

Implants may leak for a myriad of reasons, such as weakness in the valve area. But such incidences rarely occurs. A rough estimate is for every 100 implants, maybe one to five will leak.

Conclusion

There you have it - some of the frequently asked questions concerning breast augmentation info. When properly done, the aesthetic results from breast augmentation can increase self esteem and self confidence.

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