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Breast Surgery > Breast Augmentation |
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If you have often wished that your
breasts were larger, fuller or more
shapely, breast augmentation surgery may
be the right choice for you. Breast
augmentation is a cosmetic procedure
that uses implants to enlarge and shape
the breasts.
A decision more and more women are
making everyday is to have breast
augmentation. Advances in breast implant
technology and surgical technique are
making breast augmentation a popular
option among women of all ages desiring
a change in the way they look. The
decision to undergo breast augmentation
may result in a better-proportioned
figure, more clothing options, and a
more positive self-image.
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Are You a Good
Candidate?
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- Women who desire larger breasts
- Women with smaller breasts and a
moderate degree of breast sagging.
- Women who have one breast that
is noticeably smaller than the
other.
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Intended Results
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- Larger and more shapely breasts.
- A more positive self image.
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Procedure Description
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- The procedure is done on an
outpatient basis under general
anesthesia.
- A small incision is made either
under the breast, under the arm, or
near the nipple/areola.
- A saline or silicone implant is inserted
under the breast tissue or under the
underlying pectoralis major muscle.
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Recuperation and
Healing
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- The patient goes home in a
compression wrap. This helps to hold
the breast in the correct position
and provides comfort.
- Initial discomfort is controlled
with oral medication.
- Sutures usually dissolve on
their own.
- Light activities can be resumed
as tolerated. Aerobic activities and
other exercise routines can be
started in about 4 – 6 weeks.
- Many women are able to return to
work in 5 to 7 days or less.
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Other Options
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- An additional procedure that may
enhance the result is a
Mastopexy (breast lift). A
Mastopexy is indicated If the
breasts are saggy (ptotic) in
addition to being small.
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Insurance Guidelines
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- This procedure is considered
cosmetic and is not covered by
insurance. The patient is
responsible for the full payment.
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Note
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- The specific risk and
suitability of the procedure for a
given individual can be determined
only at the time of consultation.
All surgical procedures have some
degree of risk. Minor complications
that do not affect the outcome occur
occasionally. Major complications
are unusual. Such possible
complications are best reviewed with
your plastic surgeon prior to
surgery.
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