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Breast
Augmentation (Augmentation Mammaplasty)
Breast
Augmentation, technically known as Augmentation Mammoplasty,
is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a
woman's breast for a number of reasons. Breast Augmentation
can enhance the body contour of a woman who, for personal
reasons, feels her breast size is too small and desires a
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After
pregnancy and nursing, the breast tends to reduce in volume.
Therefore this problem may be corrected with this Surgical
Procedure. There may be a difference in breast size when
comparing the left and right breast. Breast Augmentation may
be helpful in obtaining a balance in these cases. Also,
following Mastectomy, implants may be used to reconstruct
the female breast.
In the
procedure, an implant is inserted behind each breast. By
this means, it is possible to increase a woman's bustline by
one or more bra cup sizes. If you are considering Breast
Augmentation, this will give you a basic understanding of
the procedure, when it can help, how it is performed, and
what results you can expect.
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Who
is best for Breast Augmentation? |
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Breast
Augmentation can enhance your appearance and your
self-confidence. Before you decide to have surgery, think
carefully about your expectations, and feel free to discuss
them thoroughly during your consultation.
The best
candidates for Breast Augmentation are women who are looking
for improvement in the way they look. If you are physically
healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a
good candidate for Breast Augmentation.
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Types
of implants |
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A breast
implant is a silicone shell filled with either silicone gel
or a salt-water solution known as Saline.
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Anesthesia |
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Breast
Augmentation can be performed with general Anesthesia, so
you will sleep through the entire operation. |
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Surgery |
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The
method of inserting and positioning your implant will depend
mainly on your Anatomy. The incision is usually made either
in the crease where the breast meets the chest or around the
areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple. If there is
some skin laxity, usually resulting from previous
pregnancies, additional incisions may be necessary.
Therefore, a Breast lift procedure may be combined with
Breast Augmentation in order to obtain the best results.
Every
effort will be made to assure that the incisions are placed
so resulting scars will be as inconspicuous as possible.
Working
through the incision, your breast tissue and skin is lifted
to create a pocket, usually directly behind the breast
tissue or in some cases, underneath your chest wall muscle
(the Pectoral Muscle). The implants are then centered
beneath your nipples.
The
surgery usually takes one to two hours to complete. Stitches
are used to close the incisions, which may also be taped for
greater support. A bandage may be applied over your breasts
to help with healing.
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Your
new Appearance |
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For many
women, the result of Breast Augmentation can be satisfying,
even exhilarating, as they learn to appreciate their fuller
appearance.
Your
decision to have Breast Augmentation is a highly personal
one that not everyone may understand. The important thing is
how you feel about it. If you have met your goals, then your
surgery is a success.
Once you
appreciate the enhanced look in new garments or the better
appearance in your existing wardrobe, you will surely be
satisfied with your surgery.
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