BEFORE AFTER
Breast
augmentation (breast enlargement, breast implant) also known as mammaplasty, is a surgical
procedure performed to enhance the shape and size of a
woman’s breasts, using breast implants. This procedure can
help to make the breasts more proportionate to the rest of
the body, even out breasts which are different in size or
shape, and it can enlarge and reshape breasts which have
lost their fullness or shape due to weight loss, pregnancy,
breast feeding, or age. Breast augmentation can also be
used for reconstructive purposes on patients who have
undergone mastectomy or those with a congenital breast
deformity.
Dr.
Aziz
finds that the best candidate for breast augmentation
(breast enlargement, breast implant) is a
woman over the age of 18 who is unhappy with her breast size
or shape and looking to alter their appearance. Patients
must be psychologically stable, physically healthy, and have
realistic expectations. Breast augmentation (breast
enlargement, breast implant) can enhance the
look of the breasts, and often has the added benefit of
increasing one’s self confidence.
THE
SURGERY
Breast
augmentation (breast enlargement, breast implant) typically takes between one to two hours to
complete and may be performed under appropriate anesthesia in our fully
accredited on site surgical facility.
There are
several different possible locations for the incisions:
axillary, which is under the armpit, inframmary, which is
within the crease below the breast; and periareolar, which
is around the nipple. Once the incision is made, the breast
tissue is lifted to make a space or pocket into which the
implant is then inserted. The implant may be placed in one
of two locations: subglandular, which is above the chest
muscle, or submuscular, which is beneath the chest muscle.
When you meet with
Dr.
Aziz
he will discuss the option he thinks is best for you.
The
implant is typically a silicone shell that is usually filled
with either silicone or saline solutions. After the implant
is placed, the incisions are then closed. Tape may be used
for added support and the breasts may also be wrapped with
gauze or other bandages.
THE
RECOVERY
After
surgery, patients often feel somewhat sore, tired and stiff,
which can last for several days. Some degree of pain is
usually experienced because the procedure stretches the
tissues, though the submuscular placement of the implants is
typically associated with more discomfort. Prescribed pain
medication can help alleviate any pain or discomfort you
experience.
Dr.
Aziz
may also request that you keep your arm extensions to a
minimum, raising your elbows no higher than your armpit, for
three to five days after surgery.
A few days
after surgery, any bandages that were applied are usually
removed. Many times, patients are required to wear a
support bra or compression bandage to help support and
position the breasts. Sutures are
usually the self-absorbing kind.
The
breasts may feel tight at first as the skin adjusts to the
new breast size, and the breasts themselves may seem firm at
first, though they do soften in time. Swelling is common
and usually begins to subside within a few weeks. Increased
sensitivity to physical contact of the breasts may occur for
a month or longer. The incisions will be pink right after
surgery and for several weeks, but will fade over a period
of several months.
The amount
of time it takes to recover will be different for each
patient and for each technique. However, most patients find
that they can return to work a few days after surgery.
Nonetheless, you will need to refrain from overly strenuous
activities for several weeks.
You will
know if the procedure is right for you.
If you
have wondered how you would look with breast enhancements,
now is the time to contact our office to arrange a
personalized consultation with
Dr.
Aziz.
He can confirm if you are a good candidate for the
procedures and go over all of the issues you may have. Call
our office today
(614)
840-9500 or contact us today.
