The breast augmentation procedure is one that enlarges the size of the breasts area and improves the appearance of them as well. As the name implies, it is a breast surgery that gives more volume to the breasts and it is possibly the most requested cosmetic procedure worldwide. This surgery is also known as Augmentation of mammoplasty or Breast enhancement.
Who can get a breast Augmentation?
The procedure is indicated for patients who want to improve the appearance and volume of the breasts. Patients who have had a pregnancy or naturally have small breasts, are perfect candidates for Breast Augmentation. Patients should have a good overall health and realistic expectations to be considered as ideal candidates for this procedure. If you feel you are not satisfied with the size or shape of your breasts, this surgery may be ideal for you.
What can you Expect from a Breast Augmentation?
You can expect excellent results from this kind of procedure. Breast augmentation is a procedure that has been improving its techniques though the years. Patients who receive Breast Augmentation, experience an improvement in many aspects of their lives. The sense of beauty is closely related to self-esteem. Breasts are one of the parts of the female body more laden with symbolism, so getting the desired appearance of your breasts can have a very positive effect on your self-esteem.
Consultation Process
The consultation is the ideal place for patient-doctor communication. The patient should discuss their expectations about the Breast Augmentation during the consultation as the surgeon will advise throughout the process. The doctor will help the patient choose the desired size of their breasts, taking into account the anatomy of the patient and the characteristics of their breasts. The doctor will also help the patient choose the breast implants that will be placed.
The surgeon must ensure that the patient is familiar with the Breast Augmentation procedure and that they understand all previous recommendations they should consider before surgery which play a key role in the success of the process.
Technique and Protocol
Each patient is different so, during the consultation, the surgeon will make a personalized assessment in order to choose the most appropriate Breast Augmentation technique. Broadly speaking, the surgeon will make an incision to enter the breast tissue. After the incision, the surgeon creates a space within the breast, called the Pocket, to achieve a perfect fit of the prosthesis.
The incision, depending on the characteristics of the patient, can be around the areola or in the lower fold of the breast or armpit. In the case of saline implants, the surgeon inserts the implant and then fills them with saline water. Silicone implants are pre- filled with a cohesive silicone gel, so the surgeon simply inserts the implants with the desired volume. This procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia.
Types of Breast Implants
The manufacturing of silicone implants has evolved greatly, differing significantly from the old silicone implants. The fluid that fills the silicone bags is a cohesive gel (thicker than the old ones) that minimizes the risk of breakage. Currently, silicone implants are approved by the F.D.A for use in the United States and are subjected to rigorous quality testing. Of course, silicone is not only used for breast implants but is also present in numerous medical devices such as coronary valves, artificial joints, etc.
Saline implants are silicone bags filled with, as its name suggests, saline, a fluid solution similar to that found in most of our body. These types of implants are installed first and then later filled with the saline solution.
Breast Augmentation | Glossary
Cannula: is a tube that can be inserted into the body for the delivery or removal of fluid.
Micro injections: is an infusion technique of putting fluid into the body usually with a hollow needle.
Fat Transfer: also known as fat injections is a technique that can transfers fat from areas in which you have an excess of fat to other areas where you may need it.
Pocket:is a space that the surgeon makes inside the breast to place the breast implant safely.
Anticoagulant Drugs: prevent blood cells called platelets from clumping to form a clot. Anticoagulant medication such as aspirin or ibuprofen cause bleeding risk because the blood cannot form a clot.
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