Breast Implants - Are They Right For You?

Breast Implants -- what woman under a "C" cup size has not thought about them? Women, in America especially, are obsessed with breast size. The media of course is partly to blame for bombarding every possible audience with images, photographs, movies, TV shows and the internet, all portraying beautiful women with large breasts. The message seems to be "If your breasts are not big, you can not be beautiful." Women and girls everywhere are naturally wondering if their breasts are big enough. Many are considering (or have considered) having their breasts enlarged surgically.

The issue affects men as well because they are often asked by their wives, girlfriends, or even total strangers "Do you think my breasts are big enough?" Before considering breast implants, a smaller busted woman or teen or pre-teen should think about getting a better bra, one that fits perfectly and has the right amount of padding to give her the look she wants. If you have some breast to work with, it is amazing what you can do with the right bra. In most cases, it is better for pre-teens and teens to wait until they are fully matured before turning to surgery. Grown women who have been unhappy with their breast size for years may be good candidates for the surgery. If a woman decides that she wants to have breast implant surgery, then it is imperative that she does some homework.

She must read everything she can find about the procedure. She must be internet savvy -- know that there are many false advertisements out there that make it seem like it is perfectly safe and absolutely nothing could go wrong. In addition, she should see several different certified plastic surgeons and consult with all of them. There should be many questions asked and answers given. If the answers the woman gets are vague or not forthcoming, she should keep shopping. Remember, getting breast implants is a life-changing surgery. Price should not the biggest concern -- it should be the woman's health and satisfaction after the procedure. So, what should you ask? One question to ask is how the procedure will be performed -- every step of the way. Also, ask about what size you want to be and what material the implants are made of. You will want to see the implants and feel them before you have them placed in your body. Finally, ask your doctor for references from former patients and ask to see many "before and after" pictures of former patients. If your surgeon does not offer this, you do not have the right doctor -- keep looking.