If Considering Breast Augmentation California Patients Will Find This Guide Useful

By Judy Sullivan


Not every woman is happy with the appearance of her bust, those who desire a fuller and more even look have the option of breat augmentation surgery to achieve these results. However, it's advisable that before going ahead with breast augmentation California patients should first have a good idea what to expect.

The first thing a woman must do is find a reputable and skilled cosmetic surgeon who specializes in this type of work. Factors to consider when choosing a competent surgeon include; his or her educational background, training, and certification, experience doing breast augmentation, and how comfortable the patient is with this doctor. Setting up a consultation is the next step.

The cosmetic surgeon will determine what the ideal cup size is and type of implant is most suitable based on the anatomy and health of the patient and what her expectations are. The doctor will use his or her expertise to choose the best approach for each patient that is likely to produce the safest and best results.

The breasts can be made larger and reshaped using the following methods. Autologous fat transfer is a newer approach which removes fat from areas of the body such as the thighs or buttocks using liposuction, and tranfers it to the breasts by injections. Saline implants, are those which are very pliable and contain a solution of sterile salt water, which is filled to the desired level. Silicone implants contain a gel-like substance and are available in various shapes, all of which are pre-filled, and there are also cohesive gel silicone implants, which are similar to regular ones, but have a firmer feel.

Placing the implant involves making an incision either on the edge of the areolas, under the breasts, or in the armpit, and inserting these forms through this opening. Implants can be positioned under the breast tissue or chest muscle tissue, but some surgeons prefer to do the latter as the former can lead to the development of hardening around the implants, known as "capsular contracture" and can sometimes make mammograms unreadable.

Under normal circumstances, this procedure is performed on an out-patient basis and does not require an overnight stay unless there are complications. It typically takes 1 or 2 hours to complete and general anesthesia is used. After surgery, the incisions on the breasts will be covered with gauze and an elastic bandage, or in some cases a special type of bra. In 7 to 10 days the stitches will be removed.

Patients can expect tenderness, bruising, and swelling which may last for several days to a couple of weeks. Discomfort can be controlled with prescription pain medications. Wearing a supportive bra and avoiding vigorous activities for a few days will help encourage healing. Scarring is normal, but most surgeons try to ensure that it will not be in a place that is highly noticeable.

Following breast augmentation California patients can normally enjoy the results for many years, but inevitably the procedure will need to be done over at some point, and in the event a leak occurs, even though this is uncommon, it will need immediate attention. Fat transfers can also lose volume and need to be redone. Pregnancy, weight gain or loss, and aging can all affect the results, but even still, it will likely last a long time.




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