Knowing All You Need to Know About Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation patients need to make some decisions when it comes to the implants that they will have put into their bodies. There are many different things that as a potential patient you need to think about in this regard.

What implant texture would you prefer? There are ones that have a smooth texture to them and there are ones that have a textured and rougher surface to them. Many cosmetic surgeons feel that the implants with the rougher surface may minimize the risk that capsular contracture will occur. However the rougher and textured implants do tend to be more difficult to take out if the need arises.

Implants are available in a round shape as well as an anatomical (tear-drop) shape. Not every patient chooses the same shape for their implants. Many female patients decide to go with the anatomical implants because they feel that they look and feel more natural. This is a matter of personal opinion. When it comes to the tear-drop shape there is a risk that malrotation will take place.

When you have a breast augmentation procedure you need to choose the composition for the implant. You can choose to go with saline or silicone implants for your bosom. While silicone tends to feel more natural in the body, some females are concerned about the safety of them so they elect to have saline augmentation. There are no known adverse side effects to health related to silicone but there was some controversy in the past which still makes some patients leery of choosing silicone for their breast augmentation. Discuss with your surgeon what he believes is right for you. If you do not respect the opinion of the surgeon then you have not found the right one for you.

You have a variety of options when it comes to the incision site for your operation. There is the periareolar incision that is made around the lower portion of the area that surrounds the nipple (known as the areola).

The inframammary crease incision is another choice of incision. This is an incision that the surgeon makes in the crease that can be found underneath the bosom.

The two other choices that you have for incisions for your breast augmentation include the transaxillary incision and the transumbilical incision. The former is made in the area of the armpit where it is less obvious to the eye while the latter cut takes place in the navel.

Each one of these options for incisions has its good points as well as its drawbacks. As well each incision is beneficial for satisfying various needs depending upon the individual situation. Talking with the doctor who will be operating on you to see what his recommendations are is vital. Your case is unique to you which is why knowing his recommendations matters so much to the final choice of incision option.