Breast augmentation is the enlargement of the breasts through insertion of either saline or silicone breast implants. It can be performed for both cosmetic and reconstructive reasons. Women who want to increase the size of their breasts for personal or psychological reasons are candidates. In addition, this procedure can help reverse a change in breast size due to pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Before surgery, you and your surgeon will discuss the results you are hoping to achieve. The surgeon will also explain the different types of implant available, including their benefits and risks. You and your surgeon will decide whether you will use saline or silicone gel, and what size of implant to choose.
During surgery, your surgeon will make an incision either under the breast tissue or in front of — or behind — the outer chest muscle (pectoral muscle). Your surgeon will then create a pocket in the breast tissue to insert the implant. Saline implants are inserted empty and then filled with sterile salt water once they’re in place, while silicone gel-filled implants come pre-filled.
Your doctor will then stitch the incision sites together, and you will likely be sent home wearing a bulky gauze bandage or surgical bra. You may have drainage tubes that will need to be removed at a later time.
There are some risks associated with this procedure, such as infection, scarring and the possibility of a rare cancer in the area around the implant called anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL). It’s important to report any unexpected pain or swelling to your surgeon or hospital right away, as these symptoms could be signs of complications. Breast Augmentation Price