Breast augmentation is a cosmetic surgery that enables women with small breasts to increase their size. The procedure provides an attractive look as well as balances any irregularities that may be present. The advantages of breast augmentations are procuring a more attractive physical appearance, become more confident and overcome an inferiority complex that a woman may feel due to small or irregular breasts.
Silicone or Saline Breast Implant
There are two types of breast augmentations, first is the saline breast implants and the second is the silicone-breast implants. The saline breast implant comprises an elastomer shell that is filled with a saline liquid. The silicone-breast implants contain a silicone shell filled with silicone gel that is inserted to augment the breasts.
Creating Silicone and Saline Breast Implants
The saline based breast implants are made with a thick and vulcanized shell that is processed at normal room temperatures. The elastomer shells are filled with salt after the surgeon has placed the implant at the desired location. The silicone based breast implants are manufactured as rubber envelopes made with silicone. The envelopes are then filled with silicone gel, which is thick and viscous. The breast augmentations can be done with different incision techniques.
Placing the Silicone or Saline Breast Implant
The implants can be placed either using the inframammary technique, periareolar technique, transaxillary technique or transumbilical technique. The inframammary method is the commonest method where an incision is made in the inframammary fold below the breast. An incision is made on the areola border, which is on the edge and almost invisible. Under the transaxillary method, the surgeon makes an incision in the armpits, which enables the doctor to achieve the required regularity. With the transumbilical method, an incision is made in the navel through an endoscopy.
Women wanting to undergo a breast augmentations should be aware of the kind of incision the surgeon will make and find out the location where it will be made. The location of the incision also influences the time taken for recovery post-surgery. An incision in the armpit is not visible and makes breastfeeding easier. However, such a scar may bleed more and be more painful. An incision around the nipple is smaller but breastfeeding is difficult. In comparison, an incision under the breast is less visible and the healing time is faster and makes breastfeeding an easier job.
Research shows that expensive breast enhancements are preferred by young women who come from the high social strata. Most of the patients have undergone tremendous social criticism and have a very low self-esteem. Clinical research proves that a majority of women opting for boob jobs have also undergone psychotherapy. A study of women post-surgery shows a higher confidence level with almost no social distress.
Though common, it is important that women have detailed consultations and discussions with their surgeon prior to the surgery. These discussions should be utilized to gain a thorough understanding on the suitability of the procedure to the individual, the costs involved and the pre and post-operative care that needs to be taken. It is important to gain an in-depth knowledge before the procedure to avoid any complications after the surgery. Choosing a well-qualified and experienced surgeon who is certified by the Board ensures a successful surgical procedure.
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