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Breast Augmentation Surgery - Vital Points To Consider Before It!

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Dr. Anshuman ManaswiCosmetic/Plastic Surgeon • 32 Years Exp.MCh - Plastic Surgery, MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MS, DNB
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Over the past decade, many women have opted for Breast Augmentation Surgery. It is a surgical process to improve the aesthetics of one's breast. Apart from giving a much-needed lift to the bust size, the augmented breasts can do your confidence a world of good. Breast Augmentation Surgery, if gone wrong, can create havoc. The outcome of the surgery can be influenced by a number of factors. Thus, before going under the knife, some important and vital points need to be taken care of.

- It is advisable to avail the services of an experienced surgeon, who has a higher success rate. A lot of confusions and apprehensions may arise during the course of the surgery. An experienced surgeon will ease out the tension to a great extent and guide you better.

-  Breast Augmentation is no child's play: Do not embark on breast augmentation surgery if you are below 18 years of age. It can result in serious health complications. Surgery can wait, but health once lost, will be gone forever.

-  The type of implants to be used: Saline and Silicone implants are commonly used in breast augmentation. Both the implants come with their own sets of merits and demerits.

       Being softer and smoother, Silicone implants give the augmented breasts a very natural feel. The chances of scalloping (the skin around the breasts appear wavy) are negligible in case of silicone implants. However, the silicone implants come pre-filled. Thus, a bigger incision is needed to get it inserted. Though approved by the FDA, leakage of the silicone implants into the body have been reported. The leakage can affect the health seriously. Interference of the silicone implants with the mammogram can also pose a serious threat.
                    The Saline implants, on the other hand are not pre-filled. Thus, a small incision is all it takes to get the implants inserted. Once inserted, the implants are filled with saline solution. The saline implants can also leak into the body, without any serious implications. The biggest limitation of saline implants lies in the fact that it gives the breasts a very hard feel. Scalloping cannot be ruled out either.

- Do not go for breast augmentation surgery if you are planning to start a family in 1-2 years of time. Weaning or lactating lady should also avoid the surgery.

-  The exact location of the implant is an important factor to ponder upon.  One can go for an under the muscle or over the muscle implants.

- One can opt for a round implant or a tear-shaped implant. The biggest USP of tear-shaped implant lies in the fact that it gives a very natural feel to the augmented breasts. The round implants, on the other hand, are much safer to use.

- Go for the surgery only when you are physically, mentally and emotionally fit and healthy.

In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!
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