Breast Augmentation Surgery: The Procedure, The Doctors, And The Risks
Topics: breast augmentation, surgery
Breast augmentation surgery is also called augmentation mammaplasty and is performed to increase the size of the chest. The procedure involves the insertion of implants either behind the pectoral muscle or behind the glandular tissue of the mammaries. Often done for cosmetic reasons, the technique can also be used for reconstruction in women who received mastectomies due to cancer, disease, or birth defects, and is sometimes done in men as pectoral implants. There are potential complications from the procedure that can be minimized by finding a well-trained surgeon.
Types Of Breast Implants
There are two types of commonly used breast implants. Saline is sterile salt water inside a plastic pouch. The amount of saline will determine firmness and shape. If the plastic shell leaks, the pouch will deflate and the contents will be absorbed by the body safely. Their use is FDA approved for use in women 18 and older. Silicone is an elastic gel that mimics natural tissue within a similar shell. Implanting silicone requires regular checkups to check for leaks. The pouch will not collapse because the gel may remain inside the chest pocket. Their use is FDA approved for women 22 and older. Younger usage may be approved for reconstructive purposes.
Finding A Cosmetic Surgeon
A national regulatory organization called The American Board of Plastic Surgeons certifies, in the United States, doctors with several years of training specific to cosmetic and medical manipulation of particular areas of the body. Expertise in this specific surgical field involves the breast, face, body, and reconstruction. Additional accreditation is given by professional associations, such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), which can provide member directories for potential patients to find a local practitioner with whom they can consult.
Potential Complications Of The Procedure
As with any other operation there are some potential problems that may arise during or after the procedure. Not all patients respond to or recover from anesthesia in the same manner. Waking up in the recovery room may be difficult for some and there may be breathing problems in a small proportion of surgical clients.
Any invasive technique also carries the potential for infection and bleeding. These complications could result in poor wound healing, leading to a longer recovery time, increased scarring, and in clotting which could lead to more drastic cardiovascular and pulmonary complications. The more severe side effects require medical follow-up.
Specific to breast augmentation surgery is the potential for loss of nipple sensation. Wrinkling of the skin may occur at the top of the breast. Also, scar tissue may form around the implant leading to a hardening of the tissue. Secondary surgeries may be needed and checkups required to assess the integrity of the inserts.
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