Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that uses implants to enlarge and shape the breasts. Your new look will bring you greater freedom with fashion and may give your self image a boost as well. The breast augmentation can be done in conjunction with breast lifting if needed. Also, unevenness of the breasts can be improved with implants.

Women who choose to have breast augmentation surgery do so to improve their self image. Often women want the procedure to restore their natural breast volume, which may have decreased as a result of pregnancy, weight loss or aging.

Any one of the following feelings or conditions may indicate that you are a good candidate for breast augmentation:

• You are bothered by the feeling that your breasts are too small.
• Weight loss has changed the size and shape of your breast.
• After having children, your breasts have become smaller and have lost their firmness.
• Dresses that fit well around your hips are often too large at the bustline.
• One of your breasts is noticeably smaller than the other.
• You feel self-conscious wearing a swimsuit or form fitting top.

In addition, there are several "musts" for anyone considering breast augmentation:

• If you are a young woman, young breast development must be complete.
• You must be emotionally mature and fully understand your own motivations for wanting the procedure.
• You must have the realistic expectations, knowing that the procedure can bring improvement, not perfection.

How is the breast augmentation performed?

The technique used for your surgery depends not only on your surgeon's preferences, but also on your desired results. The incision is small and is usually made in one of two locations: underneath the breast just above the crease or around the lower edge of the areola.

Once the incision is made, the surgeon creates a pocket into which the implant is inserted. This pocket is made either directly behind the breast tissue or beneath the pectoral muscle located below the breast tissue and above the chest wall. Breast augmentation is accomplished by inserting a breast implant either behind the breast tissue or under the breast muscle in order to enlarge their size. Breast implants do not have an indefinite life span, regardless of type, and may eventually require replacement surgery.

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