BREAST AUGMENTATION

Breast Augmentation is a surgical procedure to increase the size and alter the shape of a woman's breasts through the use of an artificial implant. Women may choose to have this operation as a reconstructive technique following breast surgery, to balance differently sized breasts, or to enhance the contours of the body. Whatever the specific purpose, women who undergo breast augmentation can expect larger, firmer, and more visually satisfying breasts.

The Procedure
Transaxillary Breast Augmentation involves a less invasive form of breast enlargement, where a surgical incision is made in a woman's under arm area. Uninflated breast prosthesis are inserted into position behind the breast tissue or the muscle behind the breast. Following positioning, saline or "saltwater" is pumped into the prosthesis through a syringe to a pre-determined size. Saline implants are presently the breast implants of choice. Patients tend to recover rapidly from transaxillary breast augmentation, returning to work within four to five days post-operatively. A consultation in the office is necessary in order for each patient to understand this procedure in detail and to determine whether the patient is a good candidate for what is medically called an augmentation mammoplasty.

General Information
There is absolutely NO EVIDENCE RELATING BREAST IMPLANTS AND BREAST CANCER.

Operation
The surgery is done under general anesthesia, administered by an anesthesiologist , and is performed as an outpatient procedure. The patient is sedated, and the surgery lasts about one hour. The patient returns home shortly thereafter. It is very important that someone be available to drive you to and from the surgery center, as well as to the office for post-operative appointments.

Post Operation
The patient is restricted to rest at home, with minimal arm movement, especially during the first 24 hours. There is usually some mild discomfort, possible swelling and/or bruising, which is common with this surgery for a short period of time.

Possible Complications
It is sometimes necessary to remove an implant due to an unforeseen complication, such as an implant deflation, since saline implants may deflate. The incidence of deflation is extremely low, about 1%. If it should occur, the replacement procedure is quite simple and the replacement costs are paid for by the manufacturer. Complications, such as bleeding, are uncommon (less than 1%) but are always possible. Infection, changes in sensation and firmness, though unusual, can occasionally occur as well.

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For more details regarding this procedure, please contact our office to schedule a free consultation with our patient care coordinator. (813) 876-3611.