Breast Augumentation
- This procedure is done to increase the size and shape of the breast. Silicon or saline filled implants are placed under the muscle or below the breast tissue.
- The size of the implant depends on the skin laxity and amount of breast tissue.
- Augmentation mammoplasty helps to correct a reduction in breast volume after pregnancy.
- Helps to improve body contour of women, whose breast size is small.
- Ideal Candidates for breast augmentation are women who look for improvement in the way they look.
- Specific problems associated with this procedure are capsular contracture, when the scar or capsule around the implant begins to tighten. They can be treated by scoring of the scar tissue.
- Some women develop infection around the implant, most often seen within a week after surgery. Certain cases, the implant may need to be removed.
- This Procedure is done under general anesthesia.