Breast Augmentation Surgery

Breast augmentation is the commonest cosmetic surgery done in women. The breasts from time immemorial have been an

Augmentation mammoplasty or breast enlargement is done on those women seeking bigger fuller breasts. It may also be done as part of a breast lift for sagging breasts surgery or to treat asymmetry of the breasts. Breast lift with breast augmentation may be required in some instances, as also augmentation during reconstruction following mastectomy.

One could seek the services of a plastic or cosmetic surgeon for this highly skilled surgery that will recommend the type and size of the implant after taking factors like patient’s wishes, skin texture and build into consideration.

The patient should stop drugs like aspirin and also cease smoking before the operation. She may have to undergo basic tests of the blood and urine before the operation. She must remain on an empty stomach for at least six hours before the surgery, which is often done under a general anesthetic.

A prosthesis or implant is used to increase the breast size and this may be inserted under the mammary glands or under the muscle that lies beneath the breast.

One could expect some minor problems like bruising, soreness, clot formation or slight pain and loss of sensation over the breast. Implant rupture, migration, infection are some other complications.

Post-operative breast support, massage etc as per the surgeon's instructions is very important to achieve good results. The surgery may need some revision or replacement with a different implant after some years.

Remember breast augmentation is a procedure that enhances self image and boosts self confidence. The cost of the procedure is usually not covered by health insurance companies.

 My breasts have gone saggy after three children so I wanted to perk them up and make them smaller [on having breast reduction surgery] - Jordan