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Breast
Implants: 5 Things To Know Before Surgery
Women
have many reasons for wanting breast augmentation cosmetic
surgery. Their left and right breast
may not be the same size, so they feel self-conscious about
it. Some women may have little to no breasts in which to properly
fill out bras and clothing. Being self-conscious about their
bodies can undermine their self-confidence and esteem. Other
women might be eyeing breast augmentation after having a mastectomy.
In all of these cases, the most likely scenario is breast implants.
In fact, when it comes to creating breasts or enhancing the
size, implants are really the only option for women. As with
all medical procedures, there are many things to think about
in regards to having breast augmentation cosmetic surgery.
Listed below are but a few of those things you should think
about when it comes to getting breast implants as part of your
surgery:
1.
The risks – Are you fully prepared for all the risks of
breast augmentation surgery? There are numerous complications
that can occur when receiving a breast implant. First of all,
some people may have adverse affects to the anesthesia. Secondly,
infection can occur at one or more of the incision sites or
around or within the implant itself. Sometimes, scar tissue
will form around the implant making your new breasts feel hard
and uncomfortable. There is also the chance of the breast implant
rupturing.
2.
Types of breast implants – While silicone breast implants
are not commonly used these days, they are still available.
Numerous studies have been conducted regarding the rupture
factor of silicone implants. Some scientists say that certain
autoimmune or neurological diseases can occur if a silicone
leakage occurs. Another camp of scientists says that there
is no valid evidence that points to those risks. In any case,
silicone implants are soft and malleable and many women who
have them say that they produce a more natural looking breast.
Saline implants are safer, especially if an accidental rupture
occurs. Because the main ingredients are saline and water,
it is easily absorbed by the body. Saline implants are firmer
than the silicone version. And with saline, there are more
options to choose from in regards to shape, size and adjustments.
Some versions of the saline implant have tiny valves where
your cosmetic surgeon can add additional saline or take some
out, depending on the size and shape you want. With this option,
an outpatient clinic visit to perform the adjustment can be
done practically up to six months after your surgery.
3.
Breast implant placement – The placement of your breast
implant is partly up to you and partly up to the surgeon. You
have to know all of your options and decide which one is right
for you. Once your cosmetic surgeon evaluates you, they will
have a good idea on what method of placement would be most
beneficial to you. One type of placement puts the implant between
the muscle of the chest and the breast tissue. Recovery time
is shorter and not as painful, but the drawback is that the
implant might be able to be seen through your skin and mammograms
are more difficult to conduct. The second type of placement
is behind the chest muscle. The recovery time is tougher, but
there are slightly less risks with his option and mammograms
are easier to conduct.
4.
Living with no guarantees – Unfortunately, breast augmentation
and breast implants come with no guarantees. Just think about
the risks that were mentioned above! There are also no guarantees
that the result you get will be exactly what you want. While
the cosmetic surgeons try to make incisions where they will
be less noticeable, you will always have scars to serve as
a reminder of your time under the knife. Luckily, clothing
hides these scars.
5.
Choosing a cosmetic surgeon – You want to feel comfortable
allowing a stranger to basically cut you open. So it pays off
to do a little research of the cosmetic surgeons in your area.
Ask around. If a neighbor or family member has had cosmetic
surgery, find out who they went to. Get several opinions and
compare what each surgeon tells you. Check their credentials
and see if there have been any complaints (or praises) through
the various governing medical boards.
Implants as part of your breast augmentation cosmetic surgery
is something to not be taken lightly. After all, you have to
live with the consequences. Consider the steps listed above
and hopefully you will make the best informed decision for
your future.
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