Breast Enlargement

Breast enlargement, also known as mammoplasty or breast augmentation has been a subject prone to much ridicule by society. It wasn’t that long ago, women who elected to have their breasts enlarged were scorned or teased afterward.

Today, breast enlargement is on the rise surviving the silicone gel implant scare that caused the FDA ruling in 1992 stating; the only women allowed to have silicone implants were patients with severe breast injuries or had just undergone a mastectomy. These women were also required to join long-term studies.

The industry had to come up with acceptable material that would be safe and mimic the effectiveness of the silicone gel. One substance, Hyaluronic acid is a component of connective tissue. Hyaluronic acid is also considered by some to be a key to the fountain of youth. Therefore, this product is available on the black market, driving up the standard price. This price increase can be reflected in the surgical fee. Hyalouronic acid only lasts for a period of six months and then has to be redone.

Women over the age of 35 who are considering a breast enlargement should first have a mammogram. Once cancer and cysts are ruled out, the patient should start preparing herself for the after effects of the surgery- including some scarring.

When speaking to a plastic surgeon about a breast enlargement, keep a realistic goal at hand. He will explain to you that the size of the breasts will depend on how much soft tissue you have on hand supporting the implant. Larger than normal breasts will make you appear off-balance. The plastic surgeon may ask you to bring your spouse into the office during these discussions so all parties will agree to the final determination.

The operation is performed either under a local or a general anesthesia. A fairly long incision is made that starts through the armpit then under the breast and around the areola. The implant will then be placed under the breast tissue between the breast and the chest muscle, or under just the muscle.

Prior to a breast enlargement, the patient should talk to the plastic surgeon about contracture. This is when the scar tissue hardens likened to wood. The breast becomes sore and painful and movement is limited. Contracture can also interfere with milk production, so women who still want to have babies should be cautious.

Side effects are less than 1%, and include infection, bleeding, or losing sensation in the nipple or the overall breast. You will also have considerable scarring. Recovery is slow, including the immobilization of your arm for three to five days. Follow your surgeon’s post-op recovery instructions carefully to prevent problems from occurring.

Look to spend $3,000.00 for this procedure.