General Information about Breast Enlargement Surgery

Procedure - Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical

procedure to enhance the size and shape of the breasts. Following the surgery a specific

bra must be worn for one to two weeks. Breast augmentation/enlargement (mammoplasty) is

typically...

Breast augmentation/enlargement (mammoplasty) is typically performed to enlarge small,

underdeveloped breasts. The surgery may also be done to balance asymmetry that may result

from post mastectomy reconstruction. The implants are inserted through incisions in the

nipple or axils. Breast reconstruction is performed on patients whose breast has been

surgically removed due to cancer or other diseases. In these cases the patient usually

suffers from depression.

Many patients do not know that the reconstruction of their breast is possible with the help

of plastic surgery. The reconstruction can be done with prosthesis or with the use of

excess fat that has been removed from other parts of the body. In some cases, the costs of

the procedure are covered by the state insurance. There are several types of implants,

ranging from silicone implants to saline-filled implants, which is a harmless salt water

solution.

Some information of the types of implants
Texture: The implant shell may be smooth or textured.
Shape: The implant may have a round or anatomic profile (teardrop or tapered shape).
Profile: The implant may have a low, medium or high projection (the depth of the implant

from the base to the highest point of the implant curve).
Diameter: The width of the implant measured across the base (the side of the implant that

will be positioned over the chest wall).

Duration - 1 to 2 hours.

Anesthesia - General Anesthetic

Hospital Stay - Patient must stay over night at the clinic after the procedure is

performed.

Removal of Stitches - 10 days after the surgery

Scar Tissue Healing Period - 6 to 12 months

Risks And Side Effects

Capsular Contracture is the most common side effect that occurs. It is when the scar tissue

around the implant contracts and makes the implant feel hard and dense. This can result in

the replacement of the implant, removal of the scar tissue around the implant, or complete

removal of the implant. Lack of implant permanence, including: deflation, implant rupture,

or shifting, may also occur.

Increase or decrease in sensitivity of nipples or breast skin, occasionally permanent. A

breast lift can leave the patient with unevenly positioned nipples and wide scars. Since

breast reduction surgery removes most of the milk ducts leading to the nipples, future

breast-feeding may not be possible after reduction mammoplasty and contour irregularities

may also develop. Others side effects: hematoma, swelling, bleeding, and excessive

sensitivity. There should be minimal contact with the breast right after the surgery for

about two weeks.

Physical Work/Sports - 2 to 6 weeks later
In some cases besides enlargement, breast lift is also necessary to achieve a good result.