Breast Augmentation

Breast Augmentation
Breast Augmentation is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures performed today. Over time, factors such as age, genetics, pregnancy, weight changes, sun exposure, and gravity can cause the size and shape of the breast to change. Women who are dissatisfied with the size of their breasts, or have experienced changes in breast appearance can achieve a fuller, shapelier breast with breast augmentation. During breast augmentation, a breast implant is placed inside a pocket formed in the breast tissue. This can help to increase or balance the size of the breast, restore breast volume, or restore the shape of the breast after partial or total loss.

What is breast augmentation?
Augmentation of the breast consists of insertion of a silicone bag under the breast or under the breast and chest muscle. This prosthesis expands the breast area to give a fuller breast (increased cup size), give a better contour, and give more cleavage.

Are silicone implants safe?
Approved by the FDA in 2006, silicone implants are made of a silicone rubber shell and are filled with silicone gel. There is no significant evidence that suggests silicone implants increase your risk for breast cancer, connective tissue disorders, or autoimmune disease.

How is the incision made?
Prior to the start of your procedure the treatment area will be thoroughly cleansed and an anesthetic will be administered. Depending on the surgeon's preferences and the nature of the procedure, a local anesthetic in combination with intravenous sedation or general anesthesia will be used.
You can choose 1 of 3 incision areas.
* The periareolar incision is one of the most common incisions used in breast augmentation. A single small incision is usually  placed along the perimeter of the areola.
* The transaxillary incision is placed in the natural fold of the armpit ; therefore there will be no scar on the breast. A small incision is made inside each armpit
* The inframammary incision is placed along the crease of the lower portion of the breast. A single, small incision is made along each breast.
Using an instrument known as a retractor, the surgeon will open the incision in order to gain better access to the breast tissue below. Although the incision will be made as inconspicuously as possible, its length and appearance may vary depending on the type and size of implant and your body contours .The surgeon will carefully separate the breast tissue with a minimally invasive cautery device and a scalpel, in order to reach the area of the breast in which the pocket will be formed. Using an instrument known as an elevator and their fingers, the surgeon will carefully create a pocket in which to place the breast implant .The surgeon will insert the implant into the pocket and visually inspect your breasts to ensure that they are symmetric. They may adjust the pocket and the position of the breast implant itself to ensure that the desired look is achieved.
The incisions will be closed using sutures in the breast tissue. Sutures, skin adhesive or surgical tape may be used to close the skin. Your surgeon may choose to use non-dissolving sutures, which will be removed in seven to ten days.

How long dose procedure take?
Breast augmentation procedures typically last approximately one to two hours.

How long I stay in hospital?
12-24 Hours for admit in hospital.

How long should I wait to resume exercise and other strenuous activities after implant surgery?
Your surgeon will give you a prescription to control pain, if necessary. If you have drainage tubes, your surgeon will tell you when to return to have those removed, as well as when to remove the gauze bandage. Your surgeon will probably remove your stitches in about one week. The scars from the incisions will fade slowly over several months, but it may take up to a year for them to refine completely. As with any surgery, you will most likely experience some pain and swelling after surgery. The majority of the swelling will likely subside within a few days. However, some swelling may persist for several weeks .You should do no heavy lifting for at least four weeks. If you are physically active in sports, it may take up to six weeks for you to return to those activities.

Compression Garment Overview
Your physician may place you in a special bra or compression garment to aid in the healing process. Compression garments provide support and comfort, minimize swelling, and help to maintain the position of the implants. This is why it is important that you wear the compression garment as recommended by your physician.

What are the side effects and complications?
 As with any surgery, there are side effects complications that may occur. Side effects can include soreness and increased sensitivity in the nipple region, bruising or swelling. You may experience swelling for a few weeks.

How long for recovery?
The initial recovery period for breast enhancement with implants should last 3 to 7 days, and most women may resume normal activity within one week. Strenuous activity should be avoided for 2 weeks or more, depending upon instructions from your surgeon. Swelling and bruising may last for a longer period of time. Patients are typically advised to refrain from smoking at least 2 weeks both before and after surgery; this can complicate the healing process.

Final Results
Most patients are extremely happy with breast augmentation. There is a certain amount of increased self esteem and self confidence which may result.