BREAST AUGMENTATION - Procedure to improve the size and shape of the breast

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.