A lot of women lose breast volume during child-bearing years. This may cause breasts to sag and distort in shape. Physical exercises and muscle build-up may not restore the original form of your breasts. To regain your breast tissue and enhance the appearance of your breasts, visit Dr. Luis Viñas in West Palm Beach.
What is breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that involves the use of implants to:
- Enlarge the size of your breasts
- Make your breasts even in the case that one is smaller than the other
- Evenly shape your breasts
- Improve your self-esteem and confidence
At L.A. Vinas Plastic Surgery Med Spa & Skin Care Centers, your doctor may use various implants depending on what suits your body. For example:
Saline-filled implants
These implants are made out of silicone and contain saltwater on the inside. They come in different sizes and are used in women who are 18 years and older.
Silicone-filled breast implants
They have a smooth cover made of silicone and are filled with silicone gel inside. These implants are suitable for women who are 22 years and above.
Before undergoing surgery, you will have a consultation with your doctor to provide an insight into several things that include:
- Your reasons for breast implant surgery and the results you want to achieve
- Current medications that you might be on, such as multivitamins and herbal medicines
- Previous surgeries that you may have had
- Family history
Your doctor will also discuss with you the risks and complications that may result from the procedure, including:
- The skin around your breasts may thin and shrink
- Formation of lumps below the skin around the implants
- Deflation whereby the saline-filled implants may leak
- Displacement of the implant from its original position
- Blood may collect in the incision area, causing swelling
Breast augmentation procedure
During the procedure, your surgeon will administer a local anesthetic to numb the surgical area and prevent pain.
Your surgeon will make an incision depending on what suits you best. The different types of incisions include:
- Periareolar incision which happens around your nipples
- Inframammary incision done under your breasts
- Transaxillary incision which is done in your armpit
The type of incision depends on your body’s anatomy and the type and size of implant used.
After making the incision, your surgeon will create a pocket by separating your breast tissues from muscles and connective tissues in your chest.
Your doctor will insert the breast implant into the pocket. There are two types of placements your doctor may use that include:
Submuscular placement. The implant is inserted beneath the pectoral muscle.
Subglandular placement involves breast tissues covering the pectoral muscle.
Your surgeon may place a Jackson-Pratt drain before closing the incisions using sutures, skin adhesives, or surgical tape.
Care instructions after surgery
Your doctor will require you to follow specific guidelines that include:
- Do not lift heavy objects
- Ensure that you wear a supportive bra that has no underwires for at least six weeks, even when sleeping
- Take painkillers prescribed by your doctor
- Do not wet the incision area during the first 48 hours after surgery
- Consult your doctor before using deodorant and lotion near your incision
How your breasts look affects the general appearance of your body. Reserve a session with your specialist at L.A Vinas Plastic Surgery Med Spa & Skin Care Centers to get yourself a breast implant and boost your self-confidence.
