Friday, January 17, 2014

Before Undergoing Breast Augmentation California Patients Should Know This Information

Before Undergoing Breast Augmentation California Patients Should Know This Information

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.

During the initial visit, the doctor will evaluate the patient's body structure and health status to determine the most suitable way to carry out the breast augmentation. He or she will decide which type of implant and cup size is most appropriate, and will take into consideration what the patient's expectations are. The goal is to produce safe and effective results.

There are several ways in which this procedure can be done. Implants are the most common method, and these come in silicone, which are pre-filled with a flexible gel and available in various shapes, cohesive gel silicone, which has a firmer substance inside than regular silicone implants, and saline implants which contain a sterile salt-water solution and are able to be filled to different sizes. Autologous fat transfer is another technique that involves liposuctioning fat from other body areas and injecting it into the breasts.

This procedure involves making an incision in the armpit, underneath the breasts, or on the edge of the areola, through which the implant is placed under the breast tissue or chest muscle tissue. Some surgeons believe it entails fewer risks to place the implants under the chest muscle tissue, since placing these forms under the breast tissue can sometimes affect mammogram results or cause a condition known as "capsular contracture" in which the tissue around the implants hardens.

This procedure usually takes an hour or two, and the patient is under general anesthesia. It is an out-patient operation, and an overnight stay is only needed if there are complications. The patient will be outfitted with gauze and an elastic bandage or a special protective bra after surgery. Stitches can be removed after 7 to 10 days.

Swelling, bruising, and tenderness in the area is to be expected for several days to weeks after the operation. Discomfort can be controlled with pain medications usually. Strenuous activities should be avoided and a supportive bra should be worn to speed up healing. The scars should not be very noticeable as most surgeons aim to minimize their visibility.

Following breast augmentation California patients can enjoy the results of the procedure for a long time. It is normal however to need the implants replaced or new fat transfers performed after about ten years, and if an implant leaks this need urgent medical attention. Various factors may affect an augmentation, such as aging, pregnancy, or fluctuations in weight, but even still the results will continue to look good for years to come.




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