Breast Augmentation and Plastic Surgeons

Breast Augmentation Information

If you're considering breast augmentation with breast implants this information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure--who it can help, how it's performed, and what results you can expect. Please consult your plastic surgeon if there is anything you don't understand about the procedure.

One decision more and more women are making everyday is to have breast augmentation (a procedure to enhance the size of your breasts by using breast implants. For complete information on the complications associated with Saline Filled Breast Implant surgery click here. Breast implants are indicated for females for breast augmentation surgery where the patient is at least 18 years of age, and for reconstruction of the female breast.)

By inserting breast implants, plastic surgeons are able to increase a woman's bust line by one or more bra cup sizes. 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 more flattering, better proportioned figure, more clothing options, and may enhance your confidence and self-esteem.

Breast implants can be inserted through a number of different incisions and can be placed either above or below the chest muscle, the pectoralis major. One incision for insertion of the breast implant is through the axilla or arm pit, called the trans-axillary approach. A second incision can be made in the natural crease under the breast, called the infra-mammary crease approach. A third approach is to make the incision at the junction of the colored part around the nipple, called the areola, and the natural skin. This is called the peri-areolar approach. Each of these approaches has its advantages and disadvantages. Which one is utilized is dependent on the patients natural anatomy, patient preferences and surgeon's preferences. No matter what incision is used, a pocket is then made either deep to the pectoralis major muscle, sub-muscular, or between the muscle and the breast gland tissue, sub-glandular. The implant is inserted into the pocket and then inflated with an appropriate amount of saline. The incision is then closed. Depending on the surgeon the breasts may be wrapped with bandages, taped, or left without any wrap.

Breast augmentation offers a unique opportunity to scientifically "customize" the shape of the breast rather than just bra size. You may want to wear an outfit that reveals more cleavage, change your wardrobe style, or simply create the proper balance between your breasts and hips.

Many women have made the choice to create the shape they have always dreamed of through breast augmentation. Confident, sensual and beautiful-simply more of what you already are.